Arc Raiders Sales Surpass 2.5 Million Copies
According to industry analyst Rhy Elliott from Alinea Analytics, Arc Raiders may have already sold over 2.5 million copies. This milestone has generated more than $100 million in revenue for the developer, Embark Studios.
Sales Breakdown by Platform
The majority of the sales come from Steam users, who represent approximately 69.2% of the player base. Elliott's data indicates that 17.3% of players are on PlayStation, with the remaining 13.5% on Xbox.
Reasons Behind Arc Raiders' Popularity
Elliott explains that the game's success is not primarily due to its genre as an extraction shooter, but rather its strong community focus:
"ARC Raiders is great because it focuses on community - NOT because it's an extraction shooter."
The emphasis on community engagement appears to set Arc Raiders apart from other games in similar genres.
Community Crossover with Other Cooperative Games
Data from Alinea Analytics shows significant player overlap with other popular cooperative titles:
- About half of ARC Raiders players on Steam have also played Phasmophobia, Lethal Company, and Helldivers 2.
- Over 40% have participated in games such as R.E.P.O, Valheim, PEAK, and Dead by Daylight.
This crossover may have contributed to fostering a strong community around Arc Raiders.
Author's summary: Arc Raiders' appeal stems largely from its vibrant community focus and meaningful crossover with other cooperative games, driving impressive sales and engagement.