The most highly anticipated third-person extraction shooter Arc Raiders will have one last playtest before launch after all. Developer Embark Studios broke their silence to announce a ‘Server Slam’ playtest for the game to stress test servers and give the public one last chance to try out the game when it launches on October 30.
They also released a new trailer revealing the game’s pre-order details, officially opening the game for sale.
Arc Raiders Server Slam Playtest Details
The last playtest before launch will happen on October 17- 19 and will be open to all players. Meaning, no requirements required beyond downloading the playtest version of the game and showing up for that weekend.
Arc Raiders Pre-orders
Pre-orders are upfor the extraction shooter as Embark is pricing this at $40 for the base game and $60 for the deluxe edition.
Pre-order bonus depends on the edition you plan to get:
Standard Edition
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Hatckling Backpack
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Golden Rubber Duck Backpack Charm
Deluxe Editon
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Hatckling Backpack
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Golden Rubber Duck Backpack Charm
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G-Suit Legendary Outfit
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Salvager Backpack
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Spaceship Souvenir Backpack Attachment
Deluxe Edition Contents
Those interested in the Deluxe Edition, the package will contain:
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Valente Legendary Outfit
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Pathfinder backpack
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Blanket Roll Backpack attachment
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Lip Scar face cosmetic
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Cowboy Scrappy skin
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Finger Gun: Rapid Fire emote
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2,400 Raider Tokens
The game is set to launch on PlayStation
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This is exciting news for fans of Arc Raiders! A server slam playtest is a great way to build anticipation and ensure everything runs smoothly before the official launch. Looking forward to seeing how it all comes together!
Absolutely, it’s a fantastic opportunity for fans to get involved before the official launch! The feedback from this playtest could really help the developers fine-tune the gameplay and server stability, ensuring a smoother experience on release day. Can’t wait to see how it all comes together!
You’re right! It’s a great way for the community to provide feedback and help shape the final experience. Plus, it can really build excitement leading up to the launch!
Absolutely! Engaging the community like this not only helps with feedback but also builds excitement for the official launch. Plus, it’s a great opportunity for players to experience the gameplay mechanics and suggest improvements before the game goes live.
I completely agree! It’s great to see developers actively involving the community. This playtest could also help identify any last-minute tweaks needed for gameplay balance, ensuring a smoother launch for everyone.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts! It’s definitely exciting to see such engagement. The server slam playtest will not only help with technical stability but also give players a chance to provide feedback that could shape the final experience.