Arc Raiders wins Nordic Game of the Year

Arc Raiders wins Nordic Game of the Year

Updated at: May 29, 2026 at 01:35 AM

The Swedish gaming industry celebrated a major triumph on May 28, 2026, as 'ARC Raiders' took home the top honor at the 18th annual Nordic Game Awards in Malmö.

nounindustry
verbcelebrate
adjectivemajor
nounMalmö

Developed by Stockholm’s Embark Studios, this innovative PvPvE extraction shooter was named 'Nordic Game of the Year.'

adjectiveinnovative

Built on Unreal Engine 5, the title has been a commercial sensation, selling over 12 million copies since its October 2025 launch.

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nounsensation

'ARC Raiders' stood out in a competitive field, beating major titles like 'Battlefield 6' and 'Dune: Awakening.'

adjectivemajor

This success reinforces Sweden's dominant position in the global gaming market.

adjectiveglobal

Embark Studios, led by Patrick Söderlund, has earned praise for its efficiency, achieving AAA-level results with a remarkably modest budget.

nounefficiency

The ceremony was also a heartfelt occasion, featuring a standing ovation for Ukrainian developers during the 'Ukrainian Intermezzo' tribute.

adjectiveheartfelt
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Which studio developed ARC Raiders?

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Embark Studios

In which city were the 2026 Nordic Game Awards held?

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Malmö

What is the primary genre of ARC Raiders?

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PvPvE extraction shooter

How many copies of the game were sold in its first few months?

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Over 12 million

Besides the Game of the Year award, what other categories did ARC Raiders win?

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Best Technology and Best Audio

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