Arc Raiders Brings Back the Classic PUBG Vibes in the Best Way Possible

Oh boy, where do I start? Memories of early PUBG are like sticky notes plastered all over my brain. Yeah, I still keep a folder — don’t ask why — loaded with vids of heart-pounding, chaotic moments from its wild ride. I swear, no multiplayer game, battle royale or whatever, ever really matched those wild days. Enter Arc Raiders. Not saying it’s the next PUBG — but man, it’s got a vibe.

Just got back from a three-day whirl of this game at a preview gig. Somehow, it’s the same build everyone will be diving into come April 30. Props to Embark, the devs, for stretching out tests over forever. Each peek, things just… shift, you know?

First time playing was at this event. I mean, I’ve been half-heartedly stalking the game, so I knew the drill. Now, don’t get me wrong, Arc Raiders isn’t about that battle royale life; it’s more about extraction. Yeah, die once, and say goodbye to your gear, weapons, and — basically — your soul. Wait, maybe not that extreme, but you get it.

But here’s the kicker: this ain’t your everyday shooter. Sure, lose everything, but there’s XP up for grabs — sweet, persistent XP. Sounds like a dream if you’ve been looting like a madman.

Okay, wait, supposed to talk PUBG comparisons, right? High ground in this game feels like you’re on top of the world — the literal high road. Been thinking, why did PUBG moments stick? I think it’s scarcity. Yeah, when you’re down to scraps and have to think ten steps ahead to survive — that’s where it’s at. Totally different adrenaline rush when your only weapon’s a machete, and the dude next to you has a shotgun.

In Arc Raiders, not much hiding in bathrooms, but wandering long enough and you’re getting cozy with unease. It’s a weird friend, but hey, stress keeps you on your toes.

Imagine you’re in a place where weapon sights are rare like unicorns, and every fight means your senses are your best pals. Speed isn’t your savior; it’s more like you’re crawling, waiting for the right moment, planning. It’s kind of nostalgic — like early PUBG days when nabbing a gun and some flimsy armor was mana from heaven.

To the OG PUBG crowd — man, you have to give this a shot. Console folks, everyone can jump in. Seriously, if anything here makes your gaming heart race, dive in and feel the vibes.