The Arc Raiders server slam playtest commenced today, providing a final free weekend testing phase prior to its launch on October 30. It’s generating remarkable interest, with over 185,000 concurrent players on Steam alone.

This participation level places Arc Raiders at number four on Steam’s most played list, outpacing titles like PUBG, Rust, and Bongo Cat. The impressive figures reflect not only the niche popularity of the game but also the availability of the playtest across other platforms, including the Epic Games Store and consoles like PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, indicating the actual player count is likely even higher.

Despite the vast player influx, the test has proceeded smoothly. Embark Studios deployed a hotfix shortly after the test started to resolve instability issues that required a full redownload of the game, though they assured that this won’t be a common occurrence in future updates.

As North American players log on, it’s anticipated that the concurrent numbers will continue to rise, especially into the weekend as more gamers seek to experience what Arc Raiders offers. If Embark can stabilize server operations during peak load times, this game could defy the usual pitfalls faced by many online launches.