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· A major update is coming to ARC Raiders, including a new ARC, two new weapons, new items, crafting updates, and a new game mode.
· The trailer offers a glimpse of the new ARC, 'Vaporizer'. It appears smaller than the Rocketeer but larger than the Hornet or Wasp.
· The trailer also hinted at the 'Shredder' appearing on all maps, along with the possibility of a new weapon 'Tian Wen', new skins, and a new instrument (electric guitar).

· The 'Flashpoint' update features a story where Raiders face new threats: unknown signals flooding their radar, Shredders escaping containment zones, laser-equipped ARCs sweeping the skies, and massive unarmed machines landing.
· The update will be applied on March 31st.
· 'ARC Operations: Precision Survey' is a new type of major map condition, accompanied by a massive explorer 'Assessor' and ARC patrols.
· While loot around the map is scarce, valuable resources are expected to be found inside the Assessor.
· This mode focuses on PvE content and will be an opportunity to acquire new blueprints.

· The 'Vaporizer' is a new flying ARC type, sighted around operation zones, infamous for its destructive laser attacks and unique attack patterns.
· It has 4 sets of thrusters (8 in total) and features completely white armor. This white section could be a weak point, similar to the Bombardier's armor.
· It is very fast and dangerous, expected to be the most challenging ARC encountered so far.
· There's a possibility it will be added to other game modes, not just the new one.

· Tian Wen's newly crafted weapons and devices are being added. Find blueprints and try them out yourself.

Category	Details
Kanto	· Submachine Gun (SMG) · Uses medium ammo · Effective against ARCs in close combat · Similar to the Tech-9, focusing on ARC neutralization rather than pure Raider damage
Dabra	· Energy Shotgun · Penetrates ARC armor at close range · Variable focus function: wide-area blast or concentrated electrical discharge possible · High chance to find blueprints in 'ARC Operations: Precision Survey' · Estimated to be Legendary grade, expected to have two attack types (spread/laser beam)
Surge Coil	· Deployable device · Periodically charges the surroundings with electricity, shocking everything within range · Useful for preventing enemy ambushes

· Rumors are circulating about strange figures being sighted in the sky during hurricanes.
· Celeste and Shady will request resource collection to build a high-gain antenna to track new ARCs.
· Participating in this project will earn rewards and play a crucial role in tracking down a threat to everyone.

· You can feed Scrappy specific items to increase the variety of loot it collects.
· By continuing to feed it, Scrappy will reward you by dropping more valuable items.

· Shredders are being sighted across the Rust Belt, including Bluegate, Buried City spaces, and Dam Battlegrounds.

· The crafting system is being significantly improved to reduce the time it takes to craft perfect gear.
· Now, when crafting, you can directly fill missing materials all at once, reducing the time spent switching tabs.
· If materials are insufficient, a list of all available sources, such as recycling, refining, or purchasing, will be displayed in a single window, allowing you to quickly and easily acquire materials.

· A new cosmetic bundle, the 'Wasp Hunter Set', is being added.
· This set includes a skin and 2,400 RA tokens.
· Three additional cosmetic bundles are scheduled for release in April.