ARC Raiders Prepares Its Launch: New Open Beta and Deluxe Edition Contents

Embark Studios confirms the final testing phase and details all the extras included in the game's special edition.

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After several weeks of silence, Embark Studios has returned to the scene with important news about ARC Raiders, one of the most anticipated titles of the final stretch of 2025. The company has not only revealed the content of its digital editions, but also confirmed a final phase of free testing before the official launch.

With a proposal focused on the extraction shooter and a strong cooperative component, ARC Raiders is shaping up to be one of the games that will generate the most buzz in the coming months. The definitive date is marked on the calendar for October 30th, but before that, there will be an opportunity to try it out.

Open Beta and Server Slam in October

• The team has announced that players will be able to enjoy an Open Beta, called Server Slam, between October 17th and 19th, 2025. During that weekend, anyone can access ARC Raiders without limitations on Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store).

As an additional incentive, those who participate in the test will receive an exclusive cosmetic accessory: a special backpack that will be automatically added to their account to use in the official launch. A detail that aims to reward the first to immerse themselves in the game’s universe.

Available Editions and Content

Additionally, Embark Studios has confirmed that digital pre-orders for the game are now available in two versions:

• Standard Edition: 39.99 €

• Deluxe Edition: 59.99 €

The Deluxe Edition includes a selection of cosmetic items and premium currency that allow players to customize their character from day one:

• Legendary outfit Valente (with color variants)

• Pathfinder backpack

• Blanket Roll backpack accessory

• Lip Scar facial cosmetic

• Cowboy Scrappy outfit

• Finger Gun: Rapid Fire emote

• 2,400 Raider Tokens

Pre-Order Bonuses

• Astro Bundle (for Deluxe pre-orders):

  • Legendary outfit G-Suit (with color variants)

  • Salvager backpack

  • Spaceship Souvenir backpack accessory

• Lucky Duck Bundle (for pre-orders of both editions):

  • Hatchling backpack

  • Golden Rubber Duck keychain

The Road to Launch

With these announcements, ARC Raiders is entering the final stretch before its market release. Embark Studios’ bet is situated in the trend of extraction shooters, with large maps, shared progression, and a strong focus on online cooperation.

The upcoming month of October will be decisive: first with the open beta, which will serve as a stress test for the servers, and shortly after with the global launch on October 30th on Xbox Series, PC, and PlayStation 5.