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Arc Raiders Free-to-Play Weekend: Start Times, Platforms, & What's Included

Want to try Arc Raiders without paying? Check out the full free weekend schedule.

A character in futuristic armor holding a weapon, with the text "ARC Raiders" prominently displayed.
A character in futuristic armor holding a weapon, with the text "ARC Raiders" prominently displayed.
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By Alexandria LopezStaff Writer

  • Primary Subject: Arc Raiders
  • Key Update: Embark Studios announced a limited-time free-to-play trial for Arc Raiders running from October 8 to October 12 across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
  • Status: Confirmed
  • Last Verified: October 8, 2026
  • Quick Answer: Arc Raiders is free to play on Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation from October 8 (2:00 AM PDT) to October 12 (1:00 AM PDT).

Arc Raiders is coming out with its Frozen Trails update soon, but that's not all that they have in store.

For a limited time, gamers will be able to play Arc Raiders for free. Have you been on the fence about purchasing Arc Raiders since you don't know whether or not you'll end up enjoying it? Then this is the perfect opportunity to try the game.

Here's everything you need to know about the Arc Raiders free-to-play weekend.

When Is Arc Raiders Free-to-Play Weekend?

The Arc Raiders Free-to-Play Weekend runs from October 8 (2:00 AM PDT) to October 12 (1:00 AM PDT). The offer will be available on Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation.

ARC Raiders - Play for Free October 8-12
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Credit: Embark Studios

Here are the run times of Arc Raiders Free-to-Play Weekend in different time zones:

  • PDT: October 8 (2:00 AM) to October 12 (1:00 AM)
  • EDT: October 8 (5:00 AM) to October 12 (4:00 AM)
  • UTC: October 8 (9:00 AM) to October 12 (8:00 AM)
  • BST: October 8 (10:00 AM) to October 12 (9:00 AM)
  • CEST: October 8 (11:00 AM) to October 12 (10:00 AM)
  • PHT: October 8 (5:00 PM) to October 12 (4:00 PM)
  • JST: October 8 (6:00 PM) to October 12 (5:00 PM)
  • AEDT: October 8 (8:00 PM) to October 12 (7:00 PM)

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What's Included in the Arc Raiders Free-to-Play Weekend?

For four days, gamers will be able to play the full Arc Raiders game for free. This is the perfect chance for people who are considering purchasing the game to try it before they swipe their card.

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Credit: Embark Studios

According to Embark Studios, "It’s the perfect chance to invite your friends to team up against the ARC, scavenge what you can, and extract to safety."

You'll get the full Arc Raiders experience, meaning you can access all the maps and there will be no level or progression cap. If you choose to buy the game after the free-to-play weekend, your progress will carry over.

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