wipe system

Embark Studios is marketing Arc Raiders, which is currently the fifth most wishlisted game on Steam. The studio has developed an innovative wipe system for the game, preferring to avoid mandatory wipes unless necessary. Players can engage in an Expedition Project after reaching level 20, which lasts eight weeks and allows them to choose to wipe their account in the final week. Progress will carry over into the next cycle for those who cannot progress sufficiently, and players can opt out of the wipe if they wish to retain their gear. Wiping will result in the loss of levels, skills, items, and crafting capabilities, but players will keep awards, achievements, rankings, and cosmetic items. Unique cosmetic rewards and permanent account unlocks are promised for completed Expeditions, and players who wipe will receive buffs for the next cycle, focusing on cosmetics and quality-of-life improvements. The first wipe window is set to open in December, and the game's launch date is October 30. Players are advised to check system requirements and consider upgrades if necessary.