Arc Raiders has lost almost 80% of its players this year on Steam
Dexerto • • technology
Key Points:
- Arc Raiders experienced a sharp decline in its Steam player count, dropping nearly 80% from its peak of around 482,000 players in November 2025 to about 90,000 by mid-April 2026.
- Despite the decline, the game remains the 15th most-played title on Steam, surpassing popular multiplayer games like Overwatch and Marvel Rivals, though these figures exclude console players.
- The drop-off is partly attributed to the natural player attrition common with games several months post-launch, as well as player feedback about a lack of engaging content and replayability.
- Developers have released significant monthly updates in 2026, including new enemies and quests, but many players feel these additions have not been sufficient to maintain long-term interest.
- Some players criticize the game’s focus on PvE content, suggesting that the lack of PvP options has driven competitive players to seek alternatives like Marathon.
