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[cormack12]

Source: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/ar...ith-one-last-open-to-all-tech-test-next-month

The good thing about this test - they're calling it a Server Slam - is that it's completely open to everyone. You don't need any kind of access code, and despite this announcement coming with the shooter's pre-order trailer, you do not in fact have to pre-order it either. This test is taking place between October 17th and 19th, across PC and console, and essentially it's just to get as many people playing as possible to ensure there are no server hiccups when the game actually launches.

 

[clarky]

Thread 'ARC Raiders Server Slam October 17th-19th'

Sep 22, 2025

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[cormack12]

Thread 'ARC Raiders Server Slam October 17th-19th'

Sep 22, 2025

• HeisenbergFX4
• Replies: 18
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This thread is more welcoming

 

[Negotiator101]

When will the download be available for the test? Or do I have to pre order?

 

[Luipadre]

When will the download be available for the test? Or do I have to pre order?

No preload. Just download it when it launches

 

[KaiserBecks]

No preload. Just download it when it launches

They also said the download size will be quite small, so no need for a preload.

 

[ShadyAcshuns]

You don't need online subscriptions for this?

 

[Luipadre]

You don't need online subscriptions for this?

On console, you need it

 

[ShadyAcshuns]

On console, you need it

 

[Negotiator101]

Is this new information or something? It's been this way for a long time.

 

[ShadyAcshuns]

Is this new information or something? It's been this way for a long time.

Pardon me for not keeping up with trends. All I play online these days is Halo Infinite, and that doesn't require a retarded online subscription.

 

[Luipadre]

Pardon me for not keeping up with trends. All I play online these days is Halo Infinite, and that doesn't require a retarded online subscription.

Only f2p games doesnt need it. Its been like this since ages. Why it needs it on console is still a mistery to me since its free on PC

 

[Trogdor1123]

Pardon me for not keeping up with trends. All I play online these days is Halo Infinite, and that doesn't require a retarded online subscription.

It happened 12 years ago on PlayStation and since day 1 on Xbox.

 

[ShadyAcshuns]

Only f2p games doesnt need it. Its been like this since ages. Why it needs it on console is still a mistery to me since its free on PC

I didn't know if Arc Raiders was f2p or paid. Like I said, I don't keep up with those kinds of games these days, but if it was free I thought I'd give it a shot.

 

[ShadyAcshuns]

It happened 12 years ago on PlayStation and since day 1 on Xbox.

Destiny 2 crucible is f2p on Xbox, but sub only on PlayStation. Shit is too confusing to keep up with.

 

[Men_in_Boxes]

We are on the eve of an industry altering game. We will remember the launch of ARC Raiders in the way we remember Mario 64.

See you on the other side, Raiders.

 

[Trogdor1123]

Destiny 2 crucible is f2p on Xbox, but sub only on PlayStation. Shit is too confusing to keep up with.

Come to pc brother! I ditched my ps5 due to this exact issue. Still need to sell it…

 

[MiguelItUp]

We are on the eve of an industry altering game. We will remember the launch of ARC Raiders in the way we remember Mario 64.

See you on the other side, Raiders.

Lmao, come on man, I highly doubt it's going to be like THAT.

But, I do hope it's successful! Looking forward to checking this test out.

 

[ShadyAcshuns]

Come to pc brother! I ditched my ps5 due to this exact issue. Still need to sell it…

But I probably will ditch both Xbox and PlayStation and just game on Switch 2 and Ally X.

 

[clarky]

 

[WhamBamThankYouMaam]

Holy shit it is happening soon.

 

[outsida]

I likes it and I wants it.

 

[Sanepar]

Pre ordered today. I hope It holds 1 month against bf6 and cod.

 

[Guardian Monkey]

Come to pc brother! I ditched my ps5 due to this exact issue. Still need to sell it…

But I probably will ditch both Xbox and PlayStation and just game on Switch 2 and Ally X.

Who is going to tell him?

 

[Ironbunny]

Played the last beta. It all felt fresh and new and how well it played was refreshing. This is the game I am most waiting for this year. Squad up and go for a loot mission.

 

[Gripsx]

the AI robots are scary good, like the first time I dealt with Halo CE and FEAR's AI but x10

 

[Pop]

Might just be the greatest shooter since Halo 3

 

[Men_in_Boxes]

Game of the Generation.

I do not use that phrase lightly. This game heralds a new era of design philosophy. Embark has combined the digital and the religious to make something revalatory. So many are sleeping on this.

 

[dreamstation]

Yep keen as for this. Couple buddies from THE FINALS are keen as so we're going in day one.

 

[Forth]

After my disappointment of BF6, I've preordered Arc Raiders for PS5, it really does look fantastic.

 

[Men_in_Boxes]

After my disappointment of BF6, I've preordered Arc Raiders for PS5, it really does look fantastic.

You've been bitten by the snake. ARC Raiders is the antivenom. The two titles are almost complete opposites in the PvP space.

 

[coachmcguirk91]

After my disappointment of BF6, I've preordered Arc Raiders for PS5, it really does look fantastic.

Not to be negative, but Arc Raiders on PS5 doesn't look nearly as good as on PC. I think it is more of a UE5 issue. I play on PS5, FYI

 

[ShadyAcshuns]

Who is going to tell him?

Yes, I know, dumb shit, "iTz a Pc!!!!"

 

[clarky]

Live now. Streamers get early access before the servers crap the bed at 5pm.

 

[Forth]

Not to be negative, but Arc Raiders on PS5 doesn't look nearly as good as on PC. I think it is more of a UE5 issue. I play on PS5, FYI

That's a shame, I'll play this weekend and then decide if I want a refund then.
Thanks for the comment.

 

[GymWolf]

Is this on steam or i have to go into their official site?

Is this on ps5 aswell?

Men_in_Boxes i summon you.

 

[bellome]

Download available on the EU PS Store!

 

[DirtInUrEye]

How big is the install file on PC? I'm not doing a massive write for two days worth of sporadic time with the game.

 

[dreamstation]

Is this on steam

Yes.

Is this on ps5 aswell?

Yes.

 

[GymWolf]

Yes.

Yes.

Thanks but i was specifically asking for this open beta, since i don't see a link in the steam page for a demo.

 

[MMaRsu]

So annoyed im stuck at work!! Cant wait to play

 

[dreamstation]

Thanks but i was specifically asking for this open beta, since i don't see a link in the steam page for a demo.

Yea it's being slowly rolled out. I can't see it yet either.

 

[GymWolf]

Yea it's being slowly rolled out. I can't see it yet either.

Sorry i'm very noob with this stuff, so you are saying that eventually a link is gonna be avaialble on the steam page of the game, right?

Thanks.

 

[MMaRsu]

Oh its not up yet anyway?

 

[Rossco EZ]

what is performance like on pc for those who played the game already?

 

[HeisenbergFX4]

This thread is more welcoming

 

[Luipadre]

what is performance like on pc for those who played the game already?

The tech test was really well optimized already

 

[GymWolf]

Do we know if it is 60 fps on ps5 pro?

I have a capable pc but i play with a controller and i don't wanna get destroyed by m+k users...

 

[clarky]

Thanks but i was specifically asking for this open beta, since i don't see a link in the steam page for a demo.

Its available on the Epic store right now apparently, should you wish to go to the dark side.

19.8gb download.

 

[GymWolf]

Its available on the Epic store right now apparently, should you wish to go to the dark side.

19.8gb download.

If the ps5 pro version has 60 fps i could go for that, i play everything with a controller and i would probably get uber fucked on pc...