ARC Raiders is on fire right now. Less than two weeks after launch, Embark Studios’ new extraction shooter has already surpassed Battlefield 6 in total concurrent players on Steam — a milestone that’s caught the attention of both fans and developers across the industry.
According to SteamDB, ARC Raiders currently boasts over 460,000 active players, making it the third-most played game on Steam, sitting right behind Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2. Meanwhile, Battlefield 6 now trails slightly behind in fourth place with just over 430,000 active players.
ARC Raiders Is Pulling Battlefield Fans In
That’s a big deal — especially considering that Battlefield is one of EA’s most established franchises. Many players who once battled it out in Battlefield 6 seem to be switching sides, trading all-out warfare for the gritty, sci-fi world of ARC Raiders. The data only tracks Steam activity, so it’s possible that Battlefield 6 may still lead on consoles like PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, but the PC momentum is clearly shifting in Embark’s favor.
Even with its impressive rise, ARC Raiders still trails Battlefield 6 in one key stat: peak player count. EA’s shooter reached a staggering 747,000 peak players, while ARC Raiders’ current 460,000 figure marks its own new record high. Still, given the game’s rapid growth, it’s not hard to imagine that number climbing even higher in the coming weeks.
Why Players Are Flocking to ARC Raiders
Part of the game’s success comes down to its solo-friendly design and positive community sentiment. Unlike many extraction shooters that heavily emphasize team coordination, ARC Raiders allows solo players to thrive without feeling punished. Combine that with a rewarding progression system and consistently exciting firefights, and it’s no wonder players are sticking around.
Even recent server struggles haven’t slowed things down. Over the past few weekends, players have faced some connection hiccups, but new events like the Hidden Bunker and the chaotic Electromagnetic Storm weather condition have kept interest high.
What’s Next for ARC Raiders
The community isn’t without its feedback. Some fans are calling for a PvE-only mode, hoping for an alternative to the game’s intense PvP extraction mechanics. It’s a hot topic in the forums, but regardless of where players stand, one thing’s certain — Embark Studios has found a formula that works.
With more roadmap content on the horizon and word-of-mouth continuing to spread, ARC Raiders is showing no signs of slowing down. For a brand-new IP to dethrone a Battlefield title on Steam is no small feat, and if Embark keeps the updates coming, ARC Raiders might just be the next big name in the multiplayer shooter space.
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