Arc Raiders release date and timings for all regions

Arc Raiders is finally gearing up to make its global debut, and players across console and PC are counting down the final hours to jump into Embark Studios’ sci-fi co-op shooter. The new extraction-style experience promises large-scale battles, evolving environments, and chaotic teamwork.

But when exactly can everyone start playing? While the October 30 release date is locked in, the precise rollout time has turned into a community puzzle.

Official timing details and why different platforms show different unlock schedules

Publisher Nexon has listed the “official” launch time as 9:30 AM UTC, translating roughly to:

However, that clarity didn’t last long. When fans noticed that PlayStation and Steam countdown timers weren’t matching that schedule, community manager Birdie stepped in on Discord, saying Embark Studios “didn’t announce an exact time.”

Instead, Birdie suggested the best indicator might be your chosen platform’s store page.Steam and PlayStation currently hint at a 3 AM PT / 6 AM ET / 10 AM GMT unlock, slightly different from the Nexon breakdown. Birdie later explained that the team is “aiming for a midday CET release window,” which would land around 12 PM CET (4 AM PT / 7 AM ET / 11 AM GMT). The launch is firm for October 30, but don’t be surprised if your region sees a slightly shifted live time based on platform rollout.

Install size, pricing, preload status, and what players should expect at launch

Preloading is already active for most players, and it’s lightweight enough to squeeze in before launch night:

The one exception? Epic Games Store users. Due to an “unforeseen issue,” Epic downloads won’t open until 10:30 AM CET on launch day, meaning some PC players will be entering a little later. Arc Raiders is launching as a paid title, not free-to-play. The Standard Edition is priced at $39.99, while the Deluxe Edition sits at $59.99, but both versions unlock at the same time, so Deluxe buyers get no early head start. With servers preparing to open worldwide, the hype is building toward Embark’s next big test. Stay tuned, as more clarity could drop at any moment as the live release approaches.