A major patch for an extraction-shooter like ARC Raiders signifies more than mere bug fixes; it represents a transformative shift in your approach to gameplay, looting, and engagement. Patch 1.3.0 is now live, bringing exciting updates from the devs at Embark Studios. This release features a re-balancing of weapons, a complete overhaul of the economy and crafting systems, and the resolution of several map exploits. Whether you’re tackling your first extractions or diving into the endgame meta, these updates are definitely worth marking on your calendar.
Arc Raiders Patch 1.3.0
Weapon & Item Balancing
- Venator fire-rate upgrades reduced; weight increased from 2 → 5.
- Deadline is more expensive to buy/sell and now requires harder crafting materials; trader stock reduced to 1.
- Power Cells sell for much less (640 → 270).
-Launcher Ammo rebalanced: cheaper bundles (6 for 4,500), higher sell price, new crafting recipe, and now craftable at the Workbench without a blueprint.
-Explosive damage slightly reduced vs large ARC units; small ARC units mostly unchanged.
ARC & Enemy Behavior
- ARC no longer calls reinforcements from outside the map.
-Shredders now react properly to Lure Grenades, have smoother movement (better braking/turning), and don’t get stuck in corners as often.
-Improved enemy detection on steep terrain.
Audio
- Explosion tinnitus/concussion effects toned down for clearer sound.
Map Fixes & Collision Updates
- Multiple stuck spots, fall-throughs, and missing collisions fixed across: Dam, Spaceport, Blue Gate, Stella Montis, and others.
- Barricades no longer spawn on top of players.
Misc Fixes
- Crashes related to AVX2, surrendering after reconnecting, and scavenged Shredder parts resolved.
- Trials weekly rollover now displays rank correctly.
- AMD driver recommendation updated.
- Raider Den has been “ducked out”.
Weapons
- Aphelion: tracer brightness fixed + blueprint drop rate increased.
- Stitcher: reload scaling display fixed.
Patch 1.3.0 of ARC Raiders focuses on balance and refinement—prioritizing the enhancement of existing systems over introducing flashy new content, although there are a few exciting additions. If you’ve been effortlessly conquering loot runs with minimal opposition, prepare for an increase in difficulty. For those who excel in teamwork and have a solid grasp of the maps and mechanics, now is the perfect opportunity to tap into your advanced skills.
