ARC Raiders Just Brought Back the Fan-Favorite Freeze – Feb 10 Hype!

Hey, Daily Quest readers.Raiders, gear up for the freeze – Embark Studios just confirmed that the fan-favorite Cold Snap map condition is returning to ARC Raiders' regular rotation starting February 10! This snowy beast transforms the Rustbelt into a brutal winter wonderland with heavy snowfall, freezing temps, and that punishing frostbite mechanic that slowly chips away at your HP in open areas – turning every extraction into a high-stakes survival sprint.Introduced in December 2025's 1.7.0 update as a limited-time event, Cold Snap wrapped in January but left players begging for more. Improved loot drops, raider hatches, double trial points, stunning visuals, and tactical depth made it a hardcore favorite. Now it's back permanently (or at least rotating regularly), and the community is hyped!We're diving into why this return is massive, what to expect, fan reactions, and how it fits with the incoming Shrouded Sky update. If you love extraction shooters that punish bold plays, this is your reminder to stock thermal gear – Speranza's surface is about to get icy again!

Cold Snap Returns: Frostbite & Tactical Chaos Back in RotationEmbark dropped the news on X: "The weather towers are predicting sporadic snowfall in the foreseeable future! The Cold Snap returns to our regular rotation of conditions from February 10 " – clear skies this weekend, but don't stash those winter fits yet! Key features that made it legendary:

• Heavy snowfall & freezing temps – Visibility drops, open areas become death traps.
• Frostbite mechanic – Slow HP drain outside cover – forces smart pathing, cover usage, and quick extractions.
• Boosted loot & hatches – Higher rewards for braving the cold.
• Double trial points – Grind events faster.
• Stunning visuals – Rustbelt under snow? Chef's kiss.

Many players missed it after the January removal – Reddit threads lit up with "why even take it away?" and "more conditions the better!" The roadmap teased "The Cold Snap has passed, but its danger casts a long shadow" – foreshadowing nailed it.Unclear details: Will Candleberries (unique collectibles?) return? Is it fully permanent or seasonal rotation? Embark's keeping some cards close, but this OTA-style change expands the pool alongside Harvester, Hidden Bunker, Electromagnetic Storm, and others.Not Replacing Shrouded Sky – New Condition Still Incoming!Fans worried Cold Snap's return meant no new modifier for February's Shrouded Sky update – but chill! This is a simple rotation add-on, not the teased "new map condition."Shrouded Sky (expected mid-late February) brings:

• New Raider Deck progression (Cred unlocks for cosmetics/rewards).
• Fresh ARC threat (aerial nightmare?).
• Dynamic stormy weather condition (foggy chaos, reduced vis, wind/tornado vibes?).
• Map refreshes + player projects.

Cold Snap slots in now, Shrouded Sky adds fresh variety soon – double the environmental punishment!

Map Condition	Status	Key Features	Hype Level
Cold Snap	Returning Feb 10 (rotation)	Frostbite HP drain, snow visuals, loot buffs	10/10 – Fan favorite returns!
Shrouded Sky	Upcoming February update	New stormy condition, aerial threats, Raider Deck	11/10 – Fresh chaos incoming
Toxic Swamps?	Datamined rumor	Toxic hazards (red herring?)	5/10 – Unconfirmed, likely fake-out

Community Hype & Speculation: Toxic Swamps? Volcano Next?Reddit's buzzing: "More map conditions = better game!" Some mourned the removal ("why delete perfection?"), but most are thrilled. Dataminers hyped Toxic Swamps as January filler (post-Cold Snap), but it never dropped – likely a red herring to mess with leaks.Volcano modifier dreams? World map shows inaccessible volcanic zone – future extreme weather? Fans want more variety to keep raids fresh.My take as a 200+ hour Raider: Cold Snap's frostbite forced real tactics – no more braindead runs. Returning it + Shrouded Sky's storms? Extraction meta evolving hard. Prediction: Ban waves + weather variety = peak ARC Raiders 2026.Lock In for February 10 – Frostbite Awaits!Cold Snap hits rotation Feb 10 – jump in for that HP-draining thrill, better loot, and snowy Speranza views. Pair with weekly patches for bug fixes + improvements.Which condition do you want next – Toxic Swamps, volcano, or something wilder? Frostbite survivor stories? Drop 'em below – are you hyped or "why not permanent?" Share this if you're raiding in the snow! What do you think? Let me know in the comments – and subscribe/follow

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