Arc Raiders’ Cold Snap winter update launches next week, featuring a new Snowfall map, quests, and a special event.

Embark Studios has announced the release date for the highly anticipated first major update of Arc Raiders, known as the Cold Snap winter update, set to launch on December 16.

In a tweet from the official Arc Raiders account, the studio cryptically hinted, “A cold snap is coming,” accompanied by an image of a fallen raider in a snowy setting. While the tease is brief, the game’s roadmap, unveiled at launch in late October, gives us some insight into what to expect.

According to the roadmap, the Cold Snap update will introduce a new snowfall map condition, which promises to bring the challenges of snow—think slippery surfaces and reduced visibility—into the gameplay mix.

Additionally, this winter update will feature an event called Flickering Flames, which evokes a cozy vibe perfect for the season, along with new quests, a fresh raider deck, and the “departure window” for the game’s first Expedition, marking the initial opt-in character wipe.

As we approach the update’s release, it’s uncertain if more details will emerge about Arc Raiders’ winter content. Furthermore, Embark has not yet shared what lies ahead for this popular extraction shooter in the upcoming year. We’ll gain a clearer picture once we dive into the Cold Snap update and experience how Embark manages these significant content additions.