Shroud Predicts ARC Raiders Will Surpass Fortnite in Popularity

TIG SEA2 weeks ago

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ARC Raiders has quickly become a standout in the online gaming world. Despite being released less than three months ago, the PvPvE extraction shooter from Embark Studios has already garnered significant attention, and veteran streamer Shroud recently shared his thoughts on the game during a livestream, sparking widespread discussion.

Shroud Sees ARC Raiders Surpassing Fortnite

In the livestream, Shroud remarked that ARC Raiders is the biggest game since Fortnite, comparing it only to titles like Valorant and Apex Legends. According to him, the game has the potential to grow even further and eventually surpass Fortnite in popularity:

“This game is definitely the biggest game since Fortnite… I think this game’s bigger than both of those games, and WILL be bigger as time goes on.”

Shroud highlighted several reasons behind the game’s success. First, although ARC Raiders is a live service game, it employs a premium model, requiring players to purchase the full game before accessing content. Despite this, the title has maintained a player retention rate of over 80% since launch—a notable achievement for a three-month-old game. Additionally, the game’s PvPvE extraction mechanics differentiate it from Battle Royale shooters, offering unique gameplay experiences and strategic depth.

About ARC Raiders

Released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, ARC Raiders is an Extraction Shooter PvPvE where players team up to combat the ARC, a hostile army of alien robots, while securing critical items and surviving each mission. Players take on the role of resistance fighters defending humanity against extraterrestrial threats. The game’s maps are diverse, ranging from abandoned industrial districts to dense forests, each providing opportunities for tactical gameplay and exploration.

With ongoing updates and a dedicated player base, ARC Raiders is quickly carving out its place as one of the most promising multiplayer shooters of the year, and Shroud’s endorsement only adds fuel to the excitement.