Arc Raiders could eventually be split into PvE and PvP, says executive producer

Arc Raiders may eventually split into both PvE and PvP modes, according to executive producer Aleksander Grøndal. Speaking to GamesRadar+ ahead of the game's limited PvE test, Grøndal revealed the possibility of a more peaceful version of the game. He noted that the community is already divided along those lines, and if the game were to reflect that, it would be "quite possibly" true.

Grøndal emphasized the importance of respecting players' preferences, even if it doesn't align perfectly with the original design. The upcoming test will toggle PvE matchmaking, allowing players to team up without damaging each other. However, Grøndal acknowledged that implementing PvE would present some challenges and the test is somewhat limited in its scope.

Embark's player data reveals a split in how the community prefers to play - 37% are co-op players, 34% are PvP players, and 27% switch between the two. Over 70% of friendly players and 40% of PvP players expressed a desire for fewer hostile encounters, and 51% of the surveyed playerbase would be interested in a dedicated PvE option.

Grøndal stressed that the test is not a guarantee of a PvE mode in the future, but it indicates that the studio is seriously considering the idea.