Arc Raiders Faces Exodus of Top Streamers Amid Rising Cheating Issues

In the world of online gaming, cheaters often find a way to thrive. Until recently, *Arc Raiders* had managed to dodge the worst of exploiters and hackers, but that streak has come to an end. With prominent streamers like Ninja and Shroud voicing their concerns over the surge in cheating, developer Embark Studios has hinted that patches are on the way.

Since its launch on October 20, 2025, *Arc Raiders* has taken the gaming community by storm. This PvPvE first-person extraction shooter consistently ranks in the top five on Steam, a remarkable feat considering the unyielding popularity of titles like *Counter-Strike 2*, *Dota 2*, and *PUBG*. The game is visually stunning and engaging, but in the past week, several high-profile players have expressed their frustration over the recent cheating issues. Shroud, for instance, has temporarily switched to playing *Escape from Tarkov*, lamenting during a stream, “What’s the point of playing?”

Ninja also joined the conversation, echoing the sentiments of fellow gamers.

Meanwhile, Matthew “Nadeshot” Haag shared a more in-depth analysis of the situation, offering suggestions for how Embark could tackle the cheating problem. He began his post by stating, “My experience on *Arc Raiders* over the last week has been hell.” After praising the game, he highlighted the alarming prevalence of cheating, recommending that Embark adopt a strategy similar to Epic’s approach with *Fortnite*, which includes taking legal action against those who create or use cheating software.

When someone pointed out that such measures might be beyond the capabilities of a smaller studio like Embark, Nadeshot acknowledged the concern, saying, “That certainly crossed my mind. Smaller studio, less resources. I get it. I don’t have any other ideas, though.”

It’s important to note that these issues have surfaced while the *Arc Raiders* team was on vacation, but they plan to roll out new patches upon their return. Community manager CM Birdie mentioned in the game’s Discord that the team is aware of the ongoing issues, including problems with certain equipment. While it’s unclear if these patches will specifically address cheating, it does indicate that the game has been operating with a limited staff recently. Further inquiries have been made to Embark for additional details.

For players who prefer a more casual experience in *Arc Raiders* and tend to avoid PvP, there’s a good chance they’ve encountered far less cheating. This is due to the game’s clever matchmaking system, which pairs players based on their combat preferences. Those who shy away from player confrontations are matched with like-minded individuals, while those who enjoy sniping are more likely to encounter each other. As a result, cheaters, who typically target other players, are less likely to cross paths with the more peaceful gamers.