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What's included in the Arc Raiders Riven Tides update?

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The Riven Tides update adds a new coastal map, the ARC Turbine enemy, fall mitigation items, a limited-time event, cosmetics, and a new Raider project.

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New MapRiven Tides - an abandoned shoreline featuring the Exodus port and Panorama Azzurro hotel
New EnemyARC Turbine - a floating machine with brutal defensive abilities
New ItemsCrash Mat and Powered Descender for fall mitigation
Limited-Time EventLast Resort event running through May 25 rewarding Merits and cosmetics
New Map ConditionBeachcombing - use Dockmaster's Detector to uncover buried loot
New Raider ProjectAvian Alarm - deploy cages at buoys to catch birds for a security system
New Cosmetic SetsSolare, Rachetta, Corsaro, Castaway, and Sandveil sets launching in May

New Map and Enemy

Riven Tides introduces a deserted coastline on the western Rust Belt with three main locations: an abandoned shoreline, the Exodus port, and the Panorama Azzurro hotel. The update features a new floating enemy called the ARC Turbine that drifts across the landscape. While calm and docile from a distance, it becomes aggressive and challenging when approached, demanding skill, patience, and nerves to defeat.

Gameplay Mechanics and Items

Two new fall mitigation items—the Crash Mat and Powered Descender—allow skilled Raiders to navigate vertical terrain safely. A new minor map condition called Beachcombing lets players use the Dockmaster's Detector to sweep sand and uncover buried loot, with richer treasures hidden in more exposed areas.

Limited-Time Event and Rewards

The Last Resort event runs through May 25 and converts player XP into Merits during any map session. Players can hunt Ship Models scattered throughout the world for bonus Merit gains. Unlocking three reward pages grants cosmetics including the Junior Outfit and Hydrologist backpack, plus 250 Raider Tokens total.

Raider Project

The Avian Alarm Raider project tasks players with building a makeshift security system by deploying cages at buoys along the Riven Tides coastline to catch birds. Completing all five stages earns the Dockmaster's Detector, Gel Patches, Bird House backpack attachment, and 250 Raider Tokens.

Cosmetics

Five new cosmetic sets are being released, with the Solare Set and Rachetta Set available at launch. The Solare Set features ceremonial layers and woven fabrics, while the Rachetta Set offers bold colors and an athletic cut. Additional sets—Corsaro, Castaway, and Sandveil—roll out across May with distinct aesthetic themes.

Trials Season 4 Integration

Coinciding with the update, Trials Season 4 launches on April 29 and features major system overhauls including removal of map condition-specific progression restrictions. The new Recon Outfit serves as the season reward, available by reaching Tryhard I rank with additional color schemes unlocking at higher ranks.

Sources

  1. Riven Tides update - Reclaim the coast (arcraiders.com)
  2. Arc Raiders Trials Gets Overhauled in Season 4 – Start Date & Rewards Revealed (vice.com)