At the recent Summer Game Fest, fans were keenly looking forward to new game launches and updates. Nevertheless, contrary to certain expectations, there was no unexpected release of the shooter Arc Raiders, resulting in disappointment among the audience. This discontent was aimed at The Finals, another title from the same creator, Embark Studios.
Even with a flurry of announcements over the non-E3 weekend, which included the unveiling of Arc Raiders’ launch date set for October 30, 2025, some fans had hoped for a surprise drop. The absence of an unannounced launch resulted in unfavorable reviews for The Finals, as fans expressed their dissatisfaction on the game’s Steam page. These reviews frequently referenced Arc Raiders, with remarks such as “Arc Raiders should launch today!” and “Release an Arc Raiders beta!”
The misunderstanding arose from a concealed countdown found within the beta data for Arc Raiders, which some fans believed was an indicator of an upcoming release. When this did not happen, the disappointment was very evident. Embark Studios recognized the predicament, extending an apology to the community via Discord. They conceded that the countdown created a misleading impression and expressed regret over the confusion.
In spite of the criticism, the overall effect on The Finals’ ratings seems minimal, sustaining a consistent 77 percent rating on Steam. Embark Studios has taken the input to heart and remains committed to bringing Arc Raiders to its devoted fanbase.
The article “No shadow drop for Arc Raiders: Players’ anger directed at the wrong game, developer apologizes” was first published on Global Esport News.