Arc Raiders Server Slam — The First Extraction Game That Hooked Me

10/21/2025 • gaming

Arc Raiders Server Slam — The First Extraction Game That Hooked Me

  I didn’t expect much going in, but Arc Raiders surprised me.
It’s the first extraction-type game that actually made me want to play more. I’ve tried others before, but they always lost me after a few matches. This one didn’t — and I think I know why.

 

🎯 The Story Makes Sense

One of my biggest gripes with most extraction games is how random everything feels — you drop in, loot stuff, and leave, with no real reason behind it.

Arc Raiders fixes that. The story gives you a clear purpose for why you’re going up to scavenge supplies and coming back down. It’s simple, but it grounds the gameplay in a way that actually makes sense. Every run feels like part of something bigger rather than just a random loot sprint.

 

🤝 Built for Teamwork

The game does a great job making you want to cooperate. Even without using a mic, there are plenty of tools to communicate — pings, signals, gestures — so you can still work as a team.

It’s rare for an extraction shooter to feel this naturally social. Normally, I just solo or avoid randoms, but here I actually wanted to squad up and help others.

 

🔫 The Gameplay & Feel

I really like the third-person perspective — it gives you a better view of the world and your surroundings, and it fits the sci-fi vibe perfectly. The guns feel satisfying, with a good mix of recoil and punch.

The ARC enemies were tough — maybe because my gear was low-level, but they hit hard and took a while to bring down. Still, that challenge made each fight feel rewarding instead of frustrating.

 

🚀 Why It Stands Out

I didn’t get to play as much as I wanted during the Server Slam — just a few sessions — but even from that, I can tell this game has something special.

Most extraction games make me burn out fast, but Arc Raiders gave me a reason to return.
It’s the first one that made me think: “Yeah, I want to see how this world evolves.”

 

🧭 What’s Next

I plan on playing more when the full release hits — diving into the endgame systems, crafting, and whatever else they’re planning to add. Once I’ve experienced everything, I’ll come back with a full review.

 

✅ First Impressions Summary