ARC Raiders Adds New Weapons and Map in 'Flashpoint' Update

On March 31, 2026, Embark Studios launched the "Flashpoint" update for the popular extraction shooter ARC Raiders.

A major highlight is "Close Scrutiny," a high-stakes map condition where players must hunt down the heavily guarded ARC Assessor for rare gear.

Combat is also more intense than ever; the deadly Shredder enemy now roams all maps, and the new aerial "Vaporizer" unit forces players to rethink their positioning.

Players have new tools to fight back, including the Canto SMG, the versatile Dolabra energy shotgun, and the area-denial Surge Coil.

Beyond combat, "Flashpoint" introduces meaningful quality-of-life upgrades, such as a more intuitive crafting system and the ability to feed your companion, Scrappy, to increase his efficiency.

The "High Gain Antenna Project" also adds fresh long-term goals for dedicated survivors.

With "Riven Tides" coming in April, the excitement in ARC Raiders continues to build.