Developer Embark Studios has confirmed that ARC Raiders‘ next major update, Shrouded Sky, will arrive on February 24, teasing the new map condition with a brief clip. Hours before the clip dropped, the Swedish studio made a significant announcement addressing the recent duplication controversy that shook the ARC Raiders community.
The announcement stated that ARC Raiders players who exploited the glitches would be subject to enforcement actions, while those with minor violations would receive warnings. These “corrective actions” aim to maintain gameplay and economy balance, with Embark Studios emphasizing that “the goal is to keep the game fair for everyone, and that means holding all players to the same standard.” As the community debated the potential impact of possible suspensions on the player base, Embark Studios appeared to redirect attention to its upcoming update by revealing the release date.
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ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky Release Date
Embark Studios has confirmed that ARC Raiders‘ next major update, Shrouded Sky, will launch on February 24, 2026. The update is set to introduce a new ARC threat, player project, and raider deck, along with a new Expedition window. It is also expected to bring a new map condition, which was hinted at in a recently released teaser video.
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Shared on ARC Raiders‘ social media, the teaser shows a wind vane spinning nonstop. The background audio also suggests rainfall, and the clip ends with a loud, lightning-like sound. Many fans speculate that this signals that the next map condition will involve a storm or vortex, fitting with the term “shrouded sky.” Nothing has been officially confirmed yet, however, and these tease remains purely speculative. Embark Studios may share more details in the coming days through an overview blog post or video, as it has done for some of the previous content updates.
Everything Confirmed for Shrouded Sky
- The update will add a new map condition
- A new ARC threat will be introduced
- The second Expedition window will open
- A map update is scheduled
- A new raider deck will be available
- Players will have a new project to complete
Embark Studios recently reintroduced Cold Snap to ARC Raiders, another climate-focused map condition. It brings snowy weather that can cause frostbite and even kill players if they stay outside for too long. The game also features Electromagnetic Storms, which take place during nighttime raids with extreme weather and lightning. If the upcoming condition also revolves around weather changes, it would not be the first time ARC Raiders has taken that approach.
Toxic Swamp Fans Are Disappointed
The new Shrouded Sky teaser appears to have disappointed some fans, as it suggests the next map condition is still not the long-awaited Toxic Swamp. For those unfamiliar, Toxic Swamp was originally discovered by dataminers and was expected to arrive with the previous major ARC Raiders update. However, Embark Studios has never confirmed its existence, and the newly teased map modifier seems focused on wind, storms, and possibly rain, with no signs of anything swamp-related.
Some players have also commented that Embark Studios’ recent ARC Raiders updates feel less creative, particularly since the latest map conditions have not significantly changed the gameplay. That said, many others are excited about what’s coming, especially with Shrouded Sky set to introduce a new ARC enemy. Fans are hoping this threat will add a fresh layer of challenge to raids and possibly bring new gameplay mechanics into the mix. For now, the community will have to wait for more details from Embark Studios and circle February 24 on the calendar to be among the first to jump into Shrouded Sky at launch.
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October 30, 2025
- ESRB
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Teen / Violence, Blood
