Arc Raiders May Eventually Split Into Separate PvE and PvP Modes

Arc Raiders, the extraction shooter from Embark Studios, could eventually be split into separate player-versus-environment and player-versus-player modes, according to its executive producer. The suggestion revisits a question that has followed the game since launch: whether one mode can serve players who want very different experiences.

At present, the game mixes both styles in the same matches. Players team up or fight each other while also contending with the ARC machines, and that combination of threats is central to the tension the game is built around. Players who prefer a cooperative, PvE-focused session, or who want competitive play without the uncertainty of other players, may see a split as a way to tailor the experience to their preferences.

The wording is tentative. "Could eventually" points to a possibility rather than a confirmed plan. Any timeline, the structure of the modes, whether progression would carry over between them, and how matchmaking would work were not part of the comment as reported. A change of that size would also raise questions about the player base and the game's economy, so any move in this direction would likely be a significant decision for the team.

For now, the remark is worth noting as a signal of how the developers are thinking about the game's long-term direction. Anyone looking for a clearer picture will need to wait for official updates from Embark.