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Of course! Here's a comprehensive breakdown of ARC Raiders and its relationship with Epic Games. The Key Facts Developer: Embark Studios (a studio founded by former DICE executives, backed by Nexon). Publisher: Nexon. Platform: PC (via Epic Games Store) and PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X/S. Release Date: August 15, 2024 (Early Access launch). Genre: Free-to-play, PvEvP, extraction shooter. The Epic Games Connection Exclusive PC Storefront: ARC Raiders is a timed exclusive on the Epic Games Store. This means for a period after launch (likely 6-12 months), the only place to download and play it on PC will be through the Epic Games launcher. It is not available on Steam at launch. Unreal Engine 5: The game is built using Epic's Unreal Engine 5, showcasing next-gen graphics and physics. Epic Online Services: It utilizes Epic's backend services for things like friends lists, matchmaking, and accounts. What is ARC Raiders? ARC Raiders has undergone a significant evolution since its initial announcement. It was first revealed as a cooperative PvE shooter where players fight waves of robotic invaders (the ARC). However, in 2023, Embark Studios announced a major pivot. The game is now a PvEvP extraction shooter, placing it in a genre popularized by games like Escape from Tarkov and Hunt: Showdown. The Core Gameplay Loop (as an extraction shooter): Drop In: You and your squad (or solo) drop into a large, persistent map. PvE Objectives: Your primary goal is to complete missions and take down massive, world-event-style ARC machines (the original PvE concept). PvP Threat: Other player squads are on the map with the same objectives. You can choose to avoid them, team up temporarily, or engage in combat to steal their loot. Loot & Extract: You scavenge for weapons, gear, and resources. To keep everything you've collected, you must survive and reach an extraction point before the match ends. Persistent Progression: Successful extracts allow you to upgrade your gear, customize your character (the "Raider"), and take on harder challenges. Why the Change to PvEvP? Embark Studios stated they found the tension and emergent stories created by combining human opponents with the giant PvE threats made for a more dynamic, replayable, and memorable experience. The unpredictable nature of other players adds a layer of strategy and risk that pure PvE lacks. How to Get It on Epic Games Free-to-Play: The game is completely free to download and play. Epic Games Store Page: You can wishlist it now on the ARC Raiders Epic Games Store page. Download: On August 15, 2024, the page will have a "Get" button. Click it to add it to your Epic library and download it via the Epic Games Launcher. Important Notes Early Access: The August 15 launch is an Early Access release. The game will be functional and content-rich but will continue to evolve with community feedback, new seasons, maps, and features. Monetization: As a free-to-play game, it will feature in-game purchases. These are expected to be cosmetic-only (skins, outfits for your Raider) and a seasonal battle pass. Embark has committed to a "fair business model." Cross-Play & Cross-Progression: The game will support full cross-play between PC (Epic), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. It is also expected to support cross-progression, allowing you to keep your unlocks and progress across platforms. In summary: ARC Raiders is a free-to-play PvEvP extraction shooter, launching first on PC via the Epic Games Store on August 15, 2024, with full cross-play support across all platforms.