ARC Raiders releases Update 1.45, a patch that Embark calls the final live service update before the major Frozen Trail content arrives in October. While the patch adds new content into the game, including the Hornet Hunter cosmetic set, it also sets up the next phase of the recent ARC Raiders quest line with Shani, pointing players to Embark’s upcoming massive mountainous map launching in October as part of the Frozen Trail update.
Despite an incredible launch window and following few months, ARC Raiders seemingly finds itself in a tougher situation with its player population much lower than it was previously. Part of the reason can be attributed to Embark’s announcement ending monthly updates for ARC Raiders, a path which was largely unsustainable for the development team even though the community enjoyed that release cadence. Instead, Embark activated a live team to keep the game moving with limited time events and smaller updates, while a core group would develop larger updates set to launch twice per year. With Frozen Trail set to arrive next month, Embark has launched the final live service patch ahead of the new content.
In this latest update, Shani’s storyline from past live service quests have brought players to the far north, where Frozen Trail is set to begin. In terms of new content, Update 1.45 adds a new Raider Project called Ascending the Mountain into ARC Raiders. The name is a clear reference to the upcoming Frozen Trail update and will be available until October 5. The project is a way for the game’s narrative to justify how Raiders are able to enter the previously inaccessible zone, as the tube lines players use to get around currently don’t reach there. Similar to previous projects, players can complete 4 pages worth of items to donate in exchange for various rewards. Rewards include weapons like the Burletta pistol, attachments, Wolfpack grenades, blueprints, and more.
One thing that isn’t being given out in this Raider Project are Creds, a resource which can be used to purchase items from Shani or utilized in unlocking reward tiles in Raider Decks. As it turns out, Embark is planning to sunset the resource once the Frozen Trail update launches on October 8 and ultimately replacing the system entirely with something more expansive. Players have until October 8 to use their remaining Creds and any rewards unlocked will remain usable, though after the update, the Creds will be removed entirely. Thankfully, all Raider Decks will be moved to the new system, so players can continue unlocking items beyond the Cred expiration date.
Find the odd one out before the timer hits zero.
There’s still a ton of details that Embark hasn’t yet shared about the upcoming Frozen Trail update, though with the launch less than a month away, news should be coming shortly. Embark is hoping to bring lapsed players back with this update, as the studio previously shared that it will include the largest map ARC Raiders has seen to date, taking place in the far north inside a snowy mountain range with plenty of facilities to explore as well. However, a new map isn’t the only element in this update, as Embark teased new ARC enemies to battle, a challenging ARC operation activity, as well as a whole new progression system.
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One element that fans won’t have access to once Frozen Trail arrives is the game’s expedition system. Essentially serving as an optional wipe that is typically required of extraction shooter players, Embark recently paused the expedition mechanic in ARC Raiders, citing player feedback and a desire to make larger improvements as the main reasons. The system will return sometime in 2027 with Embark hinting at making it more accessible for new players, addressing the tight timelines, and improving the overall rewards of participating in it.
ARC Raiders Update 1.45 Patch Notes
ARC
- Snitch Scanners will now spawn ARC similarly to the regular Snitch, but with a lower chance for stronger ARC.
Audio
- Fixed an issue where the Equalizer could play its firing sound effect when holstering.
- Fixed an issue where voice chat did not work when Raider Voice was enabled.
Customization
- The Boonie outfit will be available from September 15th.
Gameplay
- Landing on moving surfaces will now make you follow that surface when landing, not while still in the air.
- You can now rebind quick item cycling separately from the quick-use wheel (or disable cycling), and you may bind both to the same key. This helps prevent unintended item swaps after closing the wheel.
- Fixed an issue where ARC Turbine mines could not be pinged.
- Reduced weapon sway for Aphelion to improve aiming stability.
- Starting an Expedition no longer resets your quests by default; you can now choose whether to reset them when departing.
- Fixed an issue where the Matriarch’s stomp could damage players through tall cover or when standing on top of the Matriarch.
Stability
- Fixed a crash on PS5 that could occur shortly after starting a session.
- Fixed a crash that could occur when rapidly pressing certain keys during gameplay.
- Fixed cases where a squad could become stuck after a squadmate signed out and rejoined, blocking ready-up and preventing matchmaking from starting.
Performance
- Upgraded Unreal Engine from 5.3 to 5.7.
UI
- The UI indicator showing the current weight of your loadout is now updated directly when dropping parts of a stack.
- Added visual tweaks to selected nodes in the Skill Tree.
- Fixed an issue where some distance based map markers didn’t appear correctly.
- The pick up prompt will now show “loadout full” while trying to pick up an item with a full inventory.
- Improved matchmaking error messaging: you’ll now see clearer explanations if you go offline while queuing or if your crossplay settings are incompatible, helping diagnose failed matchmaking attempts.
KNOWN ISSUES
- The second part of the Phantom Targets project could not be started for some players. We will be sending out compensation in a future update.
- There are multiple stability improvements targeting Xbox Series S crashes. Please report any persistent issues to help guide further fixes.
- We’re aware of issues with crashing on PC, related to Windows Update KB5121003. Please consult our workaround shared here while we work on a fix.
- Players on Epic may experience a sudden loss of keyboard input.
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- While we look into this, we recommend disabling any Overlay you may have active. Additionally, you can try alt-tabbing out and back into the game.
- The Rawhide headgear stays on with the toggle set to off.
- The throw animation may sometimes fail to play when attempting to detonate a Trigger ‘Nade immediately after throwing it.
- The weapon swap animation may appear broken if weapon swapping right after vaulting.
- Player animations may appear broken when interrupting a search of the Baron Husk.
- Shredders float to the ceiling in some rooms of the Hidden Bunker.
- Leapers can jump through the ARC Turbine.
- Shots taken while riding ARC may not register correctly.
- Some doors may allow player flashlights’ beams to pass through instead of blocking the emitted light.
- We are aware of some clipping issues with the Triumph, Reaver and Azimuth outfits.
- Released
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October 30, 2025
- ESRB
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Teen / Violence, Blood, In-Game Purchases, Users Interact
