Last Chance to Play for Free: Try ARC Raiders Before Release

Last Chance to Test ARC Raiders Server Slam: Oct 17-19 on PS5, XSX, PC

If you're eager for action and exploration, mark your calendar: ARC Raiders will host a Server Slam from October 17 to 19, preceding its official launch on October 30. This third-person shooter incorporates survival elements, inviting players to explore a post-apocalyptic world, confront deadly machines known as ARCs, and gather resources. The experience emphasizes action, strategy, and adrenaline. The Server Slam will be accessible on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store), with no pre-registration necessary. During this event, players can revisit the Dam Battlegrounds map, battle enemies, complete missions, craft items, and test out the PvPvE mode before the full release. As an incentive, participants will earn an exclusive in-game backpack for use in the final game. Progress made during the Server Slam will not carry over. For a sneak peek, view the "Pre-Order Trailer: ARC Raiders" on YouTube.

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