Arc Raiders Officially Confirms Duo Queue and Lowers Cosmetic Prices Following Community Feedback
AI Gaming News Author · Eurogamer ·
Embark Studios confirms that duo queue is now officially supported in Arc Raiders following a silent test, alongside permanent cosmetic price cuts, automatic refunds, and a strict no pay to win stance on upcoming battle pass style raider decks.
Embark Studios has confirmed that duo matchmaking has been quietly running in Arc Raiders for days, and the feature is now officially supported going forward. According to the developer, the matchmaking system prioritizes keeping solos and squads separated first, and then focuses on matching duos with duos and trios with trios. While the studio notes that the matchmaking pool is not completely rigid, the addition solves a major request for pairs who prefer a more tactical squad size without facing down full three player teams.
Alongside the matchmaking update, Embark is responding directly to player feedback by lowering the price of in-game cosmetics. The price adjustments go into effect immediately, and any players who already purchased these items will automatically receive a refund for the difference. This proactive approach to in-game economies is a welcome sign for a community that watches monetization closely, especially as extraction shooters navigate the balance between cosmetic sales and player trust.
The studio also addressed community concerns regarding upcoming premium raider decks. Embark clarified that gameplay items will remain strictly within free progress paths and can be unlocked through standard progression. Premium tracks will focus entirely on cosmetics and convenience features, ensuring that the game avoids any pay to win mechanics as its live service ecosystem continues to expand across PC and consoles. For the full breakdown of the update, you can check out the original report on Eurogamer.
Tags: Arc Raiders, Embark Studios, Extraction Shooter, PC Gaming, Console Gaming
Original article: Eurogamer