ARC Raiders\' Latest Update: Fixes, New Cosmetics, and a Growing Community Concern
Embark Studios has released patch 1.27.0 for ARC Raiders on May 5, 2026, addressing several key issues from the previous Riven Tides update, including unavoidable deaths from Tick attacks while holding carryables, now fixed by allowing players to drop their load and defend themselves. This update also introduces new cosmetic items, the Corsaro Set (1,600 Raider Tokens) and Mutton Chops facial hair (500 Raider Tokens), and improves the Turbine enemy's visibility and landing behavior. Notably, the Turbine, a massive, cone-shaped robot introduced in Riven Tides, will only attack when disturbed but packs a significant punch when provoked.
Quick Facts — ARC Raiders
| Developer | Embark Studios |
|---|---|
| Platform(s) | PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC |
| Genre | Extraction Shooter, Competitive Shooter |
| Score | 0 |
The community, however, remains vocal about the controversial weapon durability changes from Riven Tides, where Common weapons lose 75% durability per shot and Uncommon weapons lose 50%, leading to a petition for reversion. Embark Studios acknowledges the feedback, stating they are \"exploring balancing adjustments to improve upon the changes introduced with Riven Tides,\" though no immediate changes are included in this patch. The studio aims to get these adjustments right, promising more information when ready. Despite this, the update brings welcome fixes, such as improved Turbine visibility, resolved audio issues, and map tweaks for Riven Tides and Stella Montis.
Key Changes and Community Reaction
Beyond the cosmetic additions and bug fixes, the update's highlight for many will be the fix to the frustrating Tick attack issue, significantly improving gameplay fairness. However, the durability changes continue to spark debate, with players feeling the need to repair weapons frequently. Embark's commitment to long-term support (pledged for the next decade) and promises of new maps throughout the year offer a positive outlook, even as the community awaits a resolution on the durability controversy. The game's competitive edge, likened to the intensity of Marathon and the large-scale battles of Battlefield, remains intact, but the durability issue threatens to disrupt the player base's satisfaction.
The full patch notes for 1.27.0 detail numerous quality-of-life improvements and specific fixes for map and audio issues, showcasing Embark's active response to player feedback, even if the most contentious issue remains unresolved for now. With Riven Tides marking the end of the current roadmap, players look forward to the next set of content updates, anticipated to be announced in the coming weeks.