So, you’ve heard about ARC Raiders and you’re wondering, "what’s the big deal?" At its heart, ARC Raiders is an extraction shooter. That means you and your squad drop into a hostile world, fight against some seriously tough robot enemies, grab as much good stuff as you can, and then - this is the important part - get out alive. The whole point is the thrill of the risk; you can find some amazing loot, but if you don't make it to the extraction point, you lose it all.

I remember my first successful extraction. My heart was pounding as the timer ticked down. We had just taken down a massive ARC, and our bags were full of rare resources. We were sprinting towards the extraction zone, dodging enemy fire. Seeing that dropship land and knowing we’d made it was an incredible feeling. It’s moments like those that make this game so addictive.

More Than Just Shooting Robots

But ARC Raiders is more than just a simple shooter. It’s about strategy and teamwork. You can’t just run in guns blazing and expect to survive. You need to communicate with your team, plan your approach, and use your gear wisely. The game is set in a cool retro-futuristic world with a mysterious backstory about why these killer robots, the ARCs, are here in the first place. As you play, you’ll start to piece together the story, which adds another layer to the experience.

I once spent a whole match just sneaking around, avoiding the big fights and scavenging for parts. It was a totally different experience from my usual all-out assault strategy. I didn’t get the most kills, but I found some rare components that let me craft a powerful new weapon back at our base. It showed me that there are many ways to play and win in ARC Raiders.

Here's a quick rundown of what you'll be doing in ARC Raiders:

• Scavenging: You'll explore the world to find weapons, gear, and valuable resources.
• Fighting: You'll go up against the ARCs, a relentless army of robotic enemies.
• Looting: Defeated enemies and hidden caches will reward you with better gear.
• Extracting: The ultimate goal is to make it to an extraction point and escape with your loot.

If you're a fan of games that get your adrenaline pumping and reward smart, tactical gameplay, then ARC Raiders is definitely worth checking out. It’s free-to-play, so there’s no reason not to give it a shot. And if you're looking to make some in-app purchases to customize your Raider, remember you can use Playstorm to earn Steam, Xbox and Playstation Store gift cards by playing other fun games.