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ARC Raiders vs Just Cause 3
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| info General Information | |
| Release Date | |
| Oct 30, 2025 | Dec 1, 2015 |
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| Embark Studios AB | Avalanche Studios |
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| Embark Studios AB | Square Enix |
| Genre(s) | |
| Third-Person Shooter, Extraction, Action-Adventure, PvPvE | Action-Adventure, Open World, Sandbox, Third-Person Shooter |
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| Unreal Engine 5 | Apex Engine (Avalanche Engine) |
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| M (Mature 17+) | M (Mature 17+) - ESRB Descriptors: Blood, Intense |
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| 0.0 / 5.0 | 3.7 / 5.0 |
| Current Price (USD) | |
| $40.00 | $29.87 |
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| Progression is persistent and does not wipe. Players earn XP to level up and gain skill points, which can be invested in three skill trees: Conditioning (stamina, breaching), Mobility (climbing, vaulting), and Survival (looting speed, stealth). A voluntary prestige system called the 'Expedition Project' allows players to reset their progress for exclusive rewards. |
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| The game features a large, open-world map with four confirmed zones: Dam Battlegrounds (a large starting area with forests and a dam), Buried City (a metropolitan area covered in sand), Spaceport (a derelict industrial zone), and Blue Gate (a mountain area). A fifth map, Stella Montis, is rumored. Maps feature dynamic weather, time of day, and special events. |
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| The core mode is a persistent PvPvE extraction shooter where players can queue up solo, in duos, or in trios. The map is populated by other players and AI-controlled ARC machines. Proximity chat is enabled, allowing for emergent alliances or betrayals. There is no in-match squadding. |
Just Cause 3 is officially a single-player only experience. While Avalanche Studios did not develop official multiplayer, a popular fan-made multiplayer mod was created and released for the PC version by the modding community, enabling unofficial online experiences. |
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| The game is available in a Standard Edition ($40) and a Deluxe Edition ($60). The Deluxe Edition includes the Astro, Bruiser, and Lucky Duck cosmetic bundles. Pre-ordering any edition also grants the Bruiser and Lucky Duck bundles. |
Just Cause 3 was released with a Standard Edition and a Day One Edition (included Weaponized Vehicle Pack). The XL Edition bundled the base game with the 'Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass.' The XXL Edition (often available digitally) typically includes the base game, the Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass, the Weaponized Vehicle Pack, and the Explosive Weapon Pack. |
| Post-Launch Content / DLC | |
| The game is designed as a live service with a seasonal 'Raider Deck' (battle pass) that offers free and paid progression tracks. Developers have emphasized that monetization is cosmetic-only and not 'pay to win'. New maps, weapons, and features will be added over time based on community feedback. |
The primary post-launch content was the 'Air, Land & Sea Expansion Pass,' which included three major story-driven DLCs: 'Sky Fortress' (introducing a jet-powered, weaponized Bavarium Wingsuit and missions against aerial Sky Sentinels), 'Mech Land Assault' (allowing players to pilot powerful Mechs equipped with gravity guns on the new island of Lacrima), and 'Bavarium Sea Heist' (featuring a heavily armed rocket boat, the 'Loochador,' the Eden Spark lightning gun, and missions against Di Ravello's offshore Bavarium research facility, The Stingray). |
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| N/A | Utilizes the Apex Engine (Avalanche Engine) to render the large Mediterranean archipelago of Medici with diverse environments, from sunny beaches to snowy mountains. Known for its impressive physics-based destruction, allowing for creative demolition of structures and military assets. Visuals focus on vibrant colors and spectacular explosive effects. |
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| N/A | Features an orchestral score composed by Henry Jackman, with additional music by Just Cause series composers. The music dynamically adapts to the on-screen chaos and action. Sound design emphasizes large-scale explosions, vehicle sounds, and weapon effects fitting the game's destructive nature. |
| User Interface (UI/UX) | |
| N/A | The UI features a minimalist design to keep the focus on the action. Key elements include a map of Medici, objective markers, ammo/health indicators, a gear mod selection interface, and contextual prompts for grappling, parachuting, and wingsuiting. A 'Chaos' meter tracks destruction, unlocking missions and items. |
| Accessibility Options | |
| N/A | Just Cause 3 includes standard accessibility options for its time, such as subtitle display (on/off), remappable controls (keyboard & mouse, controller support), separate volume controls for master audio, music, SFX, and voice. Options like aim assist toggle and adjustable sensitivity are also present. Advanced features like colorblind modes or extensive UI scaling were not prominent. |
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| 720p (HD) - Minimum (Target: 720p-1080p, Low-Medium settings, ~30 FPS) (Low to Medium Preset.) CPU: Minimum desktop CPU. CPU (Laptop): Estimated laptop CPU. Performance depends heavily on specific model's sustained clocks and cooling. GPU: Minimum desktop GPU with 2GB VRAM. GPU (Laptop): Targets playable framerates at 720p Low or 1080p very Low. **2GB VRAM is an absolute minimum and may require texture compromises.** Performance highly variable based on specific laptop GPU model and TGP. RAM: 6GB-8GB RAM. Dual-channel configuration highly recommended. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-2500K, 3.3 GHz or AMD Phenom II X6 1075T 3.0 GHz developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 (2GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon HD 7870 (2GB VRAM) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i5-4200M / AMD A10-7400P or newer mobile CPUs with at least 2 cores/4 threads. An Intel Core i5 U-series (6th gen+) or Ryzen 3 U-series (2000 series+) would be better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M (2GB), NVIDIA GeForce 940MX (GDDR5, 2GB); OR AMD Radeon R7 M440 (4GB, performance may vary). A GTX 960M (2GB/4GB) or GTX 1050 Laptop (2GB/4GB) would be a more comfortable minimum. layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 54 GB available space (SSD Recommended) |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (High Preset, 1080p resolution.) CPU: A modern mid-range CPU would be recommended. CPU (Laptop): A modern performance-tier laptop CPU is recommended. GPU: A powerful modern GPU would be recommended for 1080p High. GPU (Laptop): A solid mid-range laptop GPU from the current generation. RAM: 16GB RAM is officially recommended for optimal performance. Storage: A fast NVMe SSD is recommended for this tier. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-12600K or AMD Ryzen 5 7600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti (8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT (12GB) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-12700H / AMD Ryzen 7 6800H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop (8GB, High TGP). layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 80 GB NVMe SSD | — |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Minimum (Low Preset, 1080p resolution.) CPU: Hypothetical minimum CPU for a stable experience. CPU (Laptop): A solid mid-range laptop CPU would be the minimum. GPU: Official minimum desktop GPU suggested by the developer. GPU (Laptop): An entry-level dedicated gaming laptop GPU is needed. RAM: 16GB would be the expected minimum RAM requirement. Storage: An SSD is strongly recommended. | |
memoryCPU: Intel Core i5-8400 or AMD Ryzen 5 2600 developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-9750H / AMD Ryzen 5 3600H or better. laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Mobile (4GB) or equivalent. layersRAM: 16 GB saveStorage (Tier): 80 GB SSD | — |
| 1080p (Full HD) - Recommended (Target: 1080p, High settings, ~60 FPS) (High Preset.) CPU: Recommended desktop CPU. CPU (Laptop): Recommended laptop CPU for a solid 1080p experience at higher settings. GPU: Recommended desktop GPU for 1080p High with 3GB+ VRAM. GPU (Laptop): Targets ~60 FPS at 1080p High. **Ensure adequate TGP for NVIDIA cards.** 3GB VRAM is a minimum for this tier on laptops, 4GB+ strongly recommended for smoother performance. RAM: 8GB RAM in dual-channel strongly recommended for optimal performance. | |
| — | memoryCPU: Intel Core i7-3770, 3.4 GHz or AMD FX-8350, 4.0 GHz developer_boardGPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 (3GB VRAM) or AMD Radeon R9 290 (4GB VRAM) laptop_macCPU (L): Intel Core i7-4700HQ / AMD Ryzen 5 1600U or newer performance mobile CPUs (e.g., Intel Core i5 H-series 7th gen+, AMD Ryzen 5 H-series 2000/3000 series+). laptop_windowsGPU (L): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB/6GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Max-Q (3GB/6GB), NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Laptop (4GB); OR AMD Radeon RX 470 Mobile / RX 570 Mobile (4GB). layersRAM: 8 GB saveStorage (Tier): 54 GB available space (SSD Recommended) |
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| Spec: 80 GB available space (SSD Recommended) Note: A fast SSD is highly recommended to handle the streaming of the large, seamless open world. Type: SSD | Spec: 54 GB available space (SSD Recommended) Note: An SSD is recommended for faster loading times, particularly when fast-traveling or respawning in the large world. Type: SSD |
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| Spec: Windows 10 / 11 64-bit Explanation: A modern 64-bit OS would be a firm requirement. | Spec: Windows Vista SP2 / Windows 7 SP1 / Windows 8.1 (64-bit Operating System Required) Explanation: A 64-bit version of Windows Vista SP2, 7 SP1, 8.1, 10, or 11 is required. |
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