Embark Studios recently concluded a colossal Server Slam test for their highly anticipated game, Arc Raiders, just before its official launch on October 30. This extensive test generated a wealth of player feedback, which the developers are now actively addressing to refine the game.
The development team highlighted that player input, combined with their internal data, provided “crucial insights” into how Arc Raiders can be significantly improved for its release. Here’s a breakdown of the key areas they are focusing on, directly from the developers:
- Stability: Players were instrumental in helping to quickly pinpoint and resolve stability issues across all platforms during the test. The team has implemented even more solutions to guarantee a seamless experience at launch.
- The Flying ARCs: It was discovered that the Flying ARCs possessed an overly acute awareness, allowing them to detect players even through dense foliage. This inadvertently made their vision overpowered. Adjustments have been made to their sight, promising a more equitable battle when the game officially drops.
- The Dam Tower: Developers observed many players managing to access the Dam Control Tower on Dam Battlegrounds with surprising ease. While entertaining to watch, this key loot location proved a bit too accessible. This issue has been rectified to ensure the challenge remains sharp.
- Visual Difference: Some players noted a visual discrepancy between the Server Slam and earlier tests on specific hardware. The default settings had been tweaked slightly to prioritize performance. Embark is now working on further tuning to achieve the optimal visual and performance balance.
Furthermore, Embark Studios noted that the feedback from the test was invaluable for identifying bugs and refining game balance. “Every piece of data and feedback you provided is helping us to make Arc Raiders a better game,” the developer stated.
Beyond the critical adjustments, the studio also celebrated some impressive community achievements from the test. Players collectively engaged in a staggering 30 million rounds, successfully destroyed 58 million ARCs, and, most notably, gathered over 800,000 rubber ducks!
Arc Raiders is slated for release on October 30 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, carrying a price tag of $40 USD.