Bold truth: We’ve completed our investigation into the recent exploits and the fallout they caused, and we’re committed to restoring balance in ARC Raiders. Here’s what you need to know, with clear reasoning and practical steps, so both newcomers and longtime players can understand what happened and what comes next.
Raiders,
Last week, we promised to share updates once our investigation into the exploits was finished. The investigation is now closed. Thank you for your patience as we did this properly. While the exploits originated from a design flaw on our side, the way players used them affected the game’s economy and how the community experiences ARC Raiders. We own that responsibility and are taking steps to repair the damage.
Throughout this week, we will begin enforcing actions against accounts verified to have exploited these weaknesses.
Why the process took longer than expected
We know you want rapid action when gameplay and the economy are at stake. However, fairness and accuracy must come first. When we act on player accounts, we rely on solid, provable information. Practically, that means:
- Checking reports against gameplay data
- Verifying exploit usage, scope, and impact
- Distinguishing unintended edge cases from repeated, deliberate abuse
- Measuring the actual impact on the economy and competitive fairness
Our goal is to act decisively yet thoughtfully—once and with confidence. This is ARC Raiders’ first large-scale incident of this kind, and rather than rushing a response, we took the time necessary to fully understand the situation and ensure our actions align with our values and expectations.
What to expect in terms of consequences
Actions will reflect severity, intent, frequency, and impact. While outcomes will vary, they may include:
- Warnings for low-severity cases with limited abuse
- Removal of coins tied to exploit activity
- Suspensions for severe cases, especially where exploits significantly harmed the economy or other players’ experiences
Our overarching aim is to keep the game fair for all players by applying the same standard to everyone.
Looking ahead
We hope this response establishes a solid foundation for ongoing improvements. We’ve already enhanced our detection and tracking capabilities, internal review tools, and safeguards to minimize the risk of similar exploits in the future.
We take this incident seriously and view it as both a corrective effort and a learning opportunity to strengthen the systems that support fair play.
We will continue monitoring for confirmed exploits and will take action that is appropriate, fair, and consistent. If you encounter issues, please report them through the designated channels (Discord: https://discord.com/invite/arcraiders). Your reports help us respond faster and with greater confidence.
Thank you to everyone who reported problems and to those who continued playing in good faith while we resolved things. We understand the seriousness of the situation and have worked to ensure a fair outcome for all ARC Raiders.
From the ARC Raiders Team
