ARC Raiders Servers Strained by 100k Player Surge

ARC Raiders is experiencing widespread online connection errors as its servers buckle under the pressure of launch-day traffic. This article details the current server issues and outlines the free rewards available via the ongoing Twitch Drops campaign.

ARC Raiders Launch Day Server Issues and Twitch Drops

Servers Overwhelmed at Launch

ARC Raiders is officially live, but a flood of over 100,000 players attempting to log in just minutes after launch has caused significant server strain. Numerous reports across social media indicate players are being met with an "Online Connection Error" message when trying to access the game.

On the r/Arc Raiders subreddit, user Wirhoss described being unable to enter the game, noting that many others on Reddit and Discord were facing identical problems. They reported encountering error code "ARAU0297," while other players received different codes—all pointing to the same persistent connection failure.

Players have attempted various troubleshooting steps for a quick fix, including updating graphics drivers, verifying game file integrity, and even reinstalling the game, but none have resolved the core server issue. Some have expressed frustration, questioning the effectiveness of the recent Server Slam playtest if such major connection problems persist at launch.

Amid growing player frustration, developer Embark Studios has yet to make an official statement, which has further agitated the community. Despite these technical difficulties, ARC Raiders continues to perform well on Steam, currently holding the top spot in top-selling games and ranking fourth in most-played titles.

Here at Game8, we awarded ARC Raiders a score of 82 out of 100 for its successful blend of cinematic style and extraction-shooter tension, delivering stylish combat with innovative ideas. For our full analysis, please see our detailed review below.