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Arc Raiders and The Finals are getting TV series and film adaptations

GamesIndustry.biz reports that Embark Studios’ Arc Raiders and The Finals are both moving into TV and film with Chernin Entertainment attached. For developers, it’s another sign that successful live-service and …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 20 hours, 53 minutes ago
Arc Raiders and The Finals set for TV and film adaptations from Backrooms co-producer

Game Developer reports that Embark Studios has secured TV and film adaptations for both The Finals and ARC Raiders. The Sweden-based studio is extending two multiplayer shooters beyond games, signaling …

News Game Developer · 21 hours, 56 minutes ago
'We were constantly overshooting our capacity:' Arc Raiders exec says success resulted in burnout

Game Developer reports that Arc Raiders' breakout success has left Embark struggling to keep pace without burning out its team. Aleksander Grøndal says the studio kept overshooting capacity as millions …

News Game Developer · 1 week ago
Arc Raiders generates $114.9m during Nexon's Q2, sells an additional 800,000 units

Arc Raiders delivered ¥18.3 billion ($114.9 million) for Nexon in Q2 and moved another 800,000 units, pushing lifetime sales to 16.3 million. The shooter has now generated more than ¥88 …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Arc Raiders wins Nordic Game of the Year at the Nordic Game Awards

Arc Raiders took Nordic Game of the Year at the Nordic Game Awards in Malmö, and it also picked up Best Technology and Best Audio. For devs, the interesting bit …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 4 months, 1 week ago
Arc Raiders tops 16 million sales and could be heading to China

Arc Raiders has crossed 16 million sales, and the bigger signal for devs is retention: more than half of active players logged over 100 hours in Q1. That kind of …

News Game Developer · 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Nexon Q1 net income rises 118% to $360.7m

Nexon’s Q1 was driven by Arc Raiders and MapleStory, but the headline is less about raw growth than about how much of it came from live-service momentum and one-time FX …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Big changes at Remedy, Arc Raiders achieves 'blockbuster' status, and Mewgenics recoups dev costs in three hours - Patch Notes #40

Remedy is undergoing significant changes, which could impact various roles within the studio. Meanwhile, Arc Raiders has achieved blockbuster status, indicating a strong market reception. Mewgenics impressively recouped its development …

News Game Developer · 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Nexon revenue rises 6.5% to $3.1bn in 2025, driven by ongoing success of Arc Raiders

Nexon has reported a 6.5% increase in revenue, reaching $3.1 billion in 2025, largely due to the success of Arc Raiders. This growth indicates a strong market position and could …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Arc Raiders branded 'blockbuster' franchise after hitting 14 million sales

Arc Raiders has reached a significant milestone with 14 million sales, solidifying its status as a blockbuster franchise. This achievement is particularly noteworthy for designers and producers, as it highlights …

News Game Developer · 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Nexon open to working with more Western developers after Arc Raiders success

Nexon is actively seeking partnerships with more Western game developers following the success of Arc Raiders. This shift could create new opportunities for collaboration, particularly in areas like design and …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Arc Raiders hits 12 million sales, a wild rebuttal from Bobby Kotick, and a deluge of layoffs - Patch Notes #36

Arc Raiders has achieved a significant milestone with 12 million sales, showcasing the potential for success in the current gaming landscape. However, this news is overshadowed by Bobby Kotick's controversial …

News Game Developer · 8 months, 2 weeks ago
Arc Raiders and Detroit: Become Human top sellers over the holiday period, say analysts

Arc Raiders has emerged as the top-selling game across all platforms this holiday season, a significant achievement for its developers. This success highlights the importance of innovative gameplay and strong …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 8 months, 3 weeks ago
Arc Raiders has sold 2.4m copies in 2026 so far

Arc Raiders has made a significant impact in the market with 2.4 million copies sold in 2026 alone. This success highlights the potential for extraction shooters in the current gaming …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 8 months, 3 weeks ago
Arc Raiders sells 12 million copies in under three months

Arc Raiders has made a significant impact in the gaming industry by selling 12 million copies in just three months post-launch. This rapid success highlights the effectiveness of extraction shooter …

News Game Developer · 8 months, 3 weeks ago
Arc Raiders hits 12 million copies sold as it tops 3.2 million DAUs | News-in-Brief

Arc Raiders has reached a significant milestone with 12 million copies sold and over 3.2 million daily active users. This surge highlights the game's growing popularity and the effectiveness of …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 9 months ago
Embark says moving from free-to-play made designing Arc Raiders "drastically easier"

Embark Studios has transitioned from a free-to-play model to a premium one for Arc Raiders, simplifying the design process. This shift allows for more focused development and potentially enhances player …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 10 months ago
Nexon CEO: It's important to assume that every game company is now using AI

Nexon CEO emphasizes the growing importance of AI in game development, suggesting that all companies are now integrating AI technologies. This statement comes in response to criticism of Nexon's game …

News Game Developer · 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Arc Raiders becomes "most successful global launch" in Nexon's history

Nexon's Arc Raiders has achieved the title of 'most successful global launch' in the company's history, showcasing strong performance despite overall revenue declines. This milestone reflects the game's significant impact …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Nexon CEO says "it's important to assume every game company is using AI" following Arc Raiders debate

Nexon CEO Junghun Lee emphasizes the importance of assuming that all game companies are utilizing AI technologies. This statement comes in the wake of discussions surrounding the launch of Arc …

News GamesIndustry.biz · 10 months, 3 weeks ago