ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky: Release date, timings, what to expect & more
(Courtesy : Embark Studios)
The next major update in this extraction shooter!
Embark Studios has officially confirmed that the next major update for their extraction shooter game, ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky, will drop soon. In January 2026, players received the smaller Headwinds patch, but now they are finally getting a major content update.
Players are excited for the fresh gameplay content and challenges in the Rush Belt. Let’s check out more details in this article.
Release date and timings for ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky update
The Shrouded Sky update will officially drop on February 24, 2026. Based on the previous updates in the game, this update will go live during the standard patch window timings. Here are the timings based on different regions:
- Pacific Time (PT): 1:30 AM – February 24
- Central Time (CT): 3:30 AM – February 24
- Eastern Time (ET): 4:30 AM – February 24
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): 9:30 AM – February 24
- Australian Eastern Time (AET): 8:30 PM – February 24
What to expect in ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky update?
According to the Embark roadmap for ARC Raiders 2026, this update will introduce six major additions:
- New Map Condition
- New ARC Threat
- Player Project
- Raider Deck
- Map Update
- Expedition Window
The new teaser teased by Embark Studios suggests a weather-based map condition that could dynamically alter the environment.
There are also some fan theories that suggest that the shifting sands in the Buried City might uncover hidden structures or rare loot during the storms.
The new ARC Threat is forecasted to be the most desired one. There are some indications that an aerial enemy, possibly a swarm-type ARC, is going to be introduced to the game and the tactical approach of the squads will have to be changed.
The Raider Deck and the Player Project features will also be developed to advance further and offer more personalisation to the players, giving them more choices in terms of strategic loadout.
When does the ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky update release?
Shrouded Sky launches on February 24, 2026.
What new content is included in Shrouded Sky?
The update adds a new Map Condition, ARC Threat, Player Project, Raider Deck, Map Update, and Expedition Window.
Will ARC Raiders Shrouded Sky include a new enemy type?
Yes, a new ARC Threat is confirmed, though full details have not yet been revealed.
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