FROZEN TRAIL First Gameplay Demo | Brutal Snow Map & PvE Beta in New Free Arc Raiders Update

Check out this new preview demo highlighting the upcoming free Frozen Trail update for ARC Raiders, developed in Unreal Engine 5. We captured this gameplay footage in RTX 5090 and 4K monitor (no commentary), thanks to early access provided by Embark. This massive content drop expands the brutal extraction shooter into uncharted territory beyond the Rust Belt, introducing a frozen frontier filled with lethal new ARC threats, deep late-game weapon systems, and customizable player bases. While preserving its core co-op survival loop, the update introduces harsh environmental hazards, brutal airborne combat, and a limited-time PvE matchmaking test. At its core, ARC Raiders is a third person PvPvE extraction shooter that blends the high risk gameplay of games like Escape from Tarkov and Hunt: Showdown with the sci-fi squad battles of Helldivers 2. Featuring tactical cover mechanics similar to The Division, it challenges players to navigate unpredictable encounters with both rival Raiders and relentless ARC machines. ⚠️ Footage recorded by ENFANT TERRIBLE. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this video is strictly prohibited. 00:00 Co-op PvP 25:57 Solo PvE 📝 SUMMARY This Unreal Engine 5 gameplay preview showcases the upcoming ARC Raiders: Frozen Trail update, highlighting a new snow-covered frontier, airborne combat, customizable player bases, end-game weapon systems, and an upcoming limited-time PvE matchmaking test. ✒️ DESCRIPTION The Frozen Trail Update calls Raiders beyond the mountain peaks of the Rust Belt to Pendola Pass, an ancient Italian village and Exodus transport hub frozen in time. Guided by signals triangulated by Celeste and Shani, players venture into an eerie landscape dominated by a fallen ARC Emperor machine containing rare tech. To survive the harsh flash freezes and intense ARC response, Raiders can establish their own Outpost, a customizable sanctuary and research hub, while deciding whether to cooperate or clash with rival Raiders in pursuit of high-tier loot. 💥 GAMEPLAY FEATURES New Map: Explore Pendola Pass, a snow-covered valley featuring an ancient town square, supermarket, observatory, buried train depot, and the site of a fallen Emperor machine. Brutal Frigate Encounters: Infiltrate one of ARC's largest patrolling vessels hundreds of feet in the air, navigating tight indoor corridors and competing with rival squads for high-value tech. Dangerous New ARC Machines: Face the relentless charging Bully, the stealthy and opportunistic Skulker, and the stationary three-tiered Hydra turret deployed aboard the Frigate. Customizable Outpost Base: Build and personalize a personal home away from home with modules and furniture, utilizing the Research Workstation to unlock deep weapon modding capabilities. Amplified Weapons System: Upgrade 15 core weapons to a 5th quality tier, unlocking branching skill trees to transform gun behavior (e.g., fully-automatic Burletta, scoped Renegade, or incendiary Rattler). Traversal & Utility Gadgets: Master verticality using the Grappling Hook, immobilize or drag enemies with Tethers and Yank Grenades, capture photos via the camera gadget, or play musical instruments like the Harmonica and Banjo. Progression & Cosmetics: Earn rewards through Free, Premium, and Legacy Reward Passes, custom weapon stencils, and exclusive DLC sets like the Collector Set. Upcoming PvE Matchmaking Test (Oct 13-20, 2026): A limited-time trial enabling a pure co-op option with zero player-to-player damage, reduced loot values, and strict focus on fighting ARC forces alongside other Raiders. ✅ RELEASE DATE AND PLATFORMS Coming October 8, 2026 to PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PS5, and Xbox Series X|S (with the PvE Toggle Beta running from October 13–20, 2026). 🕹️ SUPPORT THE DEVELOPERS Buy/Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/18... 📩 FOR DEVELOPERS Want your game featured? Reach out to us via the "About" section of our channel. We do gameplay previews and compilations every day! #newgames2026 #unrealengine5 #rtx5090