Arc Raiders Overhauls Progression: Damage Now Trumps Loot for Skill Points
Embark Studios is introducing major structural changes to Arc Raiders in its next Expedition Window, set to begin on April 28th. The update focuses on a pivot in the progression loop, where skill points are no longer calculated based on the monetary value of loot safely returned to base. Instead, players will be rewarded for their combat efficiency and the total damage output recorded during matches. This shift represents a strategic effort to encourage more aggressive gameplay and test new balancing mechanics within the extraction shooter ecosystem.