ARC Raiders will not feature console-only crossplay. Read on to learn more about the latest entries on the game’s FAQs and its updated system requirements.
ARC Raiders Crossplay and New FAQs Updates
No Console-Only Crossplay
ARC Raiders will not feature console-only crossplay, meaning PlayStation and Xbox players will be pooled with PC players if they intend to enable cross-platform matches. As updated on ARC Raiders’ official Discord server, developer Embark Studios provided more details about the game’s crossplay mechanics and other vital information.
Unlike Battlefield 6, which prioritizes consoles first in its console-crossplay matchmaking, console players who disable crossplay will only be matched with players on the same console. This has been a topic of debate among many players, largely due to the presence of PC users with the ability to exploit cheats on PC, which then sullies the overall experience.
Moreover, players are required to purchase the game on each PC or console they wish to play on, but progress (which includes currency and skins) can be shared if they connect their account to their Embark ID. Do note, however, that mouse and keyboard support on consoles will not be available at launch.
Server Details and System Requirements
Aside from the crossplay system, Embark Studios also shared more details about its servers and system requirements. At launch, ARC Raiders will not have regular mandatory server wipes, and the developers will expound on this in an upcoming blog post.
The game will open servers in Asia, South America, North America, Europe, and Oceania. Moreover, the developers also updated ARC Raiders’ system requirements, which can be seen below:
| Minimum | Recommended | Epic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10 or later 64-bit (latest update) | Windows 10 or later 64-bit (latest update) | Windows 10 or later 64-bit (latest update) |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-6600K / AMD Ryzen R5 1600 | Intel Core i5-9600K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | Intel i7-9700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | 16GB |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 580 / Intel Arc A380 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT / Intel Arc B570 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti / AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX |
| Other | DirectX 12; Broadband connection | DirectX 12; Broadband connection | DirectX 12; Broadband connection |
| Performance Targets | Low graphics settings, resolution scaling balanced, 1080p, 60 fps | High graphics settings, resolution scaling balanced, 1440p, 60 fps | Epic graphics settings, resolution scaling quality, 1440p, 90 fps |
Meanwhile, they also compared the scalability settings of the PS5 and PS5 Pro. For the PS5, it will have High Quality and Dynamic Resolution range of 720p to 1600p. On the other hand, the PS5 Pro will have Epic Quality and Dynamic Resolution range of 720p to 2160p.
With the game inching closer to its upcoming launch and final playtest, the developers are ensuring that players are well-prepared and well-informed on the newest third-person shooter. Despite the recent controversy regarding ARC Raiders being censored on CoD Black Ops 7’s chat, Embark Studios remains focused on releasing as intended.
ARC Raiders is set to be released on October 30, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and Epic Games. To stay up to date with the latest information about the game, check out our article below.
Source:
ARC Raiders Discord FAQ channel
