Arc Raiders Breaks Records on Steam Ahead of Its Official Release
Embark Studios’ Arc Raiders closed its open server test with over 220,000 concurrent players on Steam — a promising sign ahead of its October 30 launch.
This past weekend, Arc Raiders held its final open test across Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. It marked the last chance for players to experience Embark Studios’ extraction shooter before its official release later this month.
Arc Raiders Reaches over 220,000 Concurrent Players on Steam
During the open weekend, Arc Raiders drew an impressive 221,104 concurrent players on Steam, ranking it among the platform’s most-played titles. While not quite reaching the heights of Battlefield 6’s 500,000-player beta, the figure still signals a highly engaged audience and bodes well for launch week.
Embark’s focus on large-scale, community-driven tests seems to be paying off. Despite tough competition from other shooters, Arc Raiders has carved out a strong early identity in the extraction genre — a space dominated by games like Escape from Tarkov.
The Server Slam has now officially ended. Thank you so much for joining us to test the servers before the big day.
Speranza awaits you on October 30th, Raiders! pic.twitter.com/U3rCPTjctn — ARC Raiders (@ARCRaidersGame) October 20, 2025
A Cross-Platform Success Story
Although only Steam player numbers are public, the actual total across PlayStation, Xbox, and Epic Games Store was likely much higher. None of these platforms have shared their figures, but anecdotal reports from social media suggest healthy engagement across all ecosystems.
This kind of cross-platform traction is rare for a pre-launch test, and it sets a confident tone for Embark’s rollout strategy. By balancing accessibility and technical testing, the studio has managed to build buzz while strengthening its infrastructure.
Testing the Core Systems Before Launch
Players were invited to explore Dam Battlegrounds, a large-scale map featuring crafting, quests, and a progression system. The primary goal, according to Embark, was to “stress-testing the servers during the event to get everything running smoothly before it all kicks off on October 30.”
All participants received an exclusive cosmetic reward for taking part in the test — though progression data won’t carry over to the full release. Still, the event served as a major technical rehearsal for the studio, helping ensure a stable experience on day one.
Conclusion
With over 220,000 concurrent players and solid cross-platform interest, Arc Raiders is positioned for a strong debut. If the stability holds up and the gameplay loop delivers on its promise, Embark Studios could have another hit following The Finals.
What do you think — will Arc Raiders manage to rival Escape from Tarkov’s success? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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