Embark Brings Denuvo Anti-Cheat to Arc Raiders Alongside a Fresh Content Update
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Embark Studios is introducing Denuvo Anti-Cheat to Arc Raiders without the DRM component, aiming to curb cheating while keeping performance impacts minimal. Alongside the security rollout, a new patch adds a level 25 trader named Ermal, the Rascal grenade launcher, and various quality of life adjustments.
Keeping a multiplayer extraction shooter fair is an uphill battle, and Embark Studios is taking a decisive step to protect the ecosystem in Arc Raiders. As reported by Rock Paper Shotgun, the developers are rolling out Denuvo Anti-Cheat to curb cheating and foul play. The rollout starts with a limited player pool before expanding, following what Embark describes as a positive implementation of the software in The Finals. Crucially, the studio confirmed they are omitting Denuvo's Digital Rights Management service, focusing entirely on the anti-cheat layer while actively monitoring system performance.
Player apprehension around third-party security software is entirely valid, especially given historical concerns over frame drops and resource overhead. However, separating the anti-cheat tool from invasive DRM is a welcome approach that addresses community anxiety. Embark notes they are pairing the new security measures with Anybrain to reinforce the game's overall integrity, which remains vital for maintaining trust in competitive extraction spaces where losing gear to an unfair advantage stings far worse than a standard defeat.
Beyond the backend security updates, the latest patch injects fresh content into the game. Players at level 25 and above can now interact with Ermal, a Nomadic Envoy trader offering expanded stash space, expedition vault access, and weekly rotating cosmetics and blueprints in exchange for spare materials. For those looking for heavy firepower without the weight, the patch also introduces the Rascal, a lightweight grenade launcher designed as a reliable sidearm against Arc threats. To check out the full breakdown of balancing tweaks, bug fixes, and the new trader options, you can read the original coverage on Rock Paper Shotgun.
Tags: Arc Raiders, Embark Studios, PC Gaming, Shooters, Industry News
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun