After completing a successful second technical test on April 30, ARC Raiders is making waves again—this time with a surprising reveal from developer Embark Studios. To celebrate the test’s conclusion, Embark dropped a community infographic packed with impressive statistics, including one jaw-dropping stat: only 2% of players managed to defeat the game’s hardest boss.
Raiders, we hope that you’re having a blast in the Rust Belt so far.
Here are some fun facts we’ve gathered so far. Have you attempted to kill The Queen yet? pic.twitter.com/I6XBdDcc7D— ARC Raiders (@ARCRaidersGame) May 4, 2025
A Turnaround After Initial Skepticism
The road to this moment wasn’t easy. Following a delay in 2022 and a controversial shift in genre from PvE looter-shooter to an extraction-based shooter, fans weren’t sure if ARC Raiders could stand out in a crowded market. However, the overwhelmingly positive reception of the second technical test has silenced many critics.
From its retro-futuristic sci-fi aesthetic to immersive combat environments, players seem to be connecting with the game’s core identity. The stats speak for themselves—over 7 million enemies defeated during the test and even one player maxing out Scrappy, a feat that has become legendary among fans.
The 2% Club: A Brutal Boss Challenge
What stole the spotlight, however, was the reveal about the hardest boss in the game, often referred to by the community as “The Core Tyrant.” Despite thousands of attempts, only 2% of participating players were able to survive and win the battle.
This stat has ignited discussions online. Is the boss too difficult? Or is this exactly the kind of challenge hardcore fans crave? Many players praised the fight’s design for requiring tight coordination and high-level gear, with streamers now racing to be among the few who can claim a win on record.
Infographic Hints at Bright Future
Embark Studios seems to be using these stats not just to celebrate, but to guide the game’s ongoing development. The data offers insight into what players enjoy and struggle with, helping the devs fine-tune the experience for launch.
The infographic also highlights the game’s strong engagement and replay value, despite only being in a technical testing phase. This bodes well for ARC Raiders as it moves closer to release.
The ARC Raiders second technical test didn’t just go well—it exceeded expectations. From millions of enemies taken down to just a tiny fraction of players beating the most difficult boss, the game is proving to be both fun and formidable. With more updates and likely another testing phase to come, Embark Studios might just have another hit on their hands. Have you tested your squad against the Core Tyrant? Drop your war stories in the comments below.