ARC Raiders 1.13.0 Update Brings Solo vs Squads & New Long-Term Projects
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Embark Studios has released ARC Raiders Update 1.13.0, the first major patch of 2026. Key additions include:
Solo vs Squads: Solo raiders level 40+ can now take on 3-player squads, earning a +20% XP bonus.
Trophy Display Project: A long-term project requiring players to hunt ARC groups and collect parts for rewards like blueprints, Raider Tokens, emotes, and 300,000 Coins.
New Map Conditions for Buried City: Birds, nests, traps, ziplines, and more combat in the rooftops.
The update also brings bug fixes, audio improvements, and QoL features like open parties, squad invites, and better gamepad controls. A three-strikes progressive ban system is now being implemented to tackle cheaters.