ARC Raiders Patch 1.15.0 Adds Cold Snap and New Event
ARC Raiders has released its latest update, Patch 1.15.0, introducing a frosty new map condition and a limited-time cooperative event that encourages teamwork against the robotic ARC threat.

Quick Facts

  • Platforms: PC (Alpha), planned for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
  • Release: Currently in closed playtesting phase
  • Price: Free-to-Play
  • Developer: Embark Studios
  • Genre: PvPvE Extraction Shooter

New Event: Shared Watch

The headline feature of Patch 1.15.0 is the “Shared Watch” event, running from
to
. This event:

  • Rewards players with merits for destroying, assisting, and damaging ARC forces.
  • Excludes PvP encounters from earning merits, encouraging cooperative PvE play.
  • Offers a two-week period to focus on environmental combat without the threat of other squads.

Map Changes: Cold Snap

The Cold Snap map condition returns to the normal rotation for outdoor maps. Key changes include:

  • Frostbite damage — players must avoid prolonged exposure to the cold.
  • Snowball mechanics — players can now gather and throw snowballs.
  • Environmental challenge adds new tactical considerations.

New Cosmetics

  • Vulpine Set
  • Slugger Set

Quality-of-Life Improvements & Bug Fixes

Patch 1.15.0 addresses stability, UI, weapon behavior, and utility issues. Notable fixes include:

Miscellaneous

  • Improved reconnect behavior after disconnects.
  • Fixed match start tunnel display issues.
  • Ensured trial objective rewards are properly granted.
  • Corrected end-of-round merit, XP, and Live Event point displays.
  • Platform icons now display correctly.
  • Crafting cancellations resolved.

Utility

  • Trailblazer Grenade no longer deals damage through walls.
  • Deals more damage to small enemies, less to large enemies (Leaper, Bastion).

Weapons

  • Fixed inconsistent weapon cycling when using non-mouse-wheel keybinds.

Watch the Update in Action

Patch 1.15.0 emphasizes cooperative PvE gameplay, environmental challenge with Cold Snap, and quality-of-life fixes. It’s a must-play for current ARC Raiders players, particularly during the Shared Watch event. For new players, the patch demonstrates Embark Studios’ commitment to expanding content while refining the core experience.

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