Arc Raiders’ 1.23.0 hotfix, released in early April 2026, introduces the Vanguard skin set and patches a range of issues stemming from the Flashpoint update, with a focus on stability and polish ahead of the Riven Tides content.

Developers are finalizing the new map and related content, while ongoing work targets stability, balance, and a smoother match flow.

The patch fixes several UI and crash-related problems, including weapon upgrade UI display, transparent helmet visors, and crashes tied to visual effects.

Community concerns about anti-cheat responsiveness persist, though Embark emphasizes that bans for serious infractions are enforced and enforcement continues.

Players express frustration over recurring duplication exploits and patches addressing them across multiple updates.

This hotfix does not require a game restart, allowing uninterrupted play, and developers are seeking ongoing player feedback on suspicious activity for future patches.

Emphasis on ongoing community engagement with invites to share feedback on DayOne forums and Discord, plus details on supporters’ membership benefits.

Emrak Studios pledges prompt emergency hotfixes to remove exploits and maintain fair play for a live-service title.

Patch notes reflect continued efforts to stabilize the game post-Flashpoint and address balance and stability concerns, with a required restart for the patch.

The update fixes a rejoin-the-round exploit and a reconnect vulnerability, reducing potential misuse and player frustration.

An emergency update also removes a duplication exploit and addresses a related reconnect issue to prevent players from rejoining disallowed rounds.

Anvil splitter and barricade-on-zipline issues are addressed to curb unintended interactions.