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I'm Nexon Picker 피스타임.

How much actual gaming time do you get in?

Think of it like tracking focused study time: it's the time you spend actively enjoying a game.

Today, I'm reviewing the game that's been claiming the biggest share

of my actual gaming time lately: ARC Raiders.

Only 69 days since launch, and I've already logged 88 hours?

That works out to at least 1 hour a day.

Let me walk you through what has me so completely hooked.

The Ever-Evolving

AI of ARC Machines

The robots you encounter in ARC Raiders are called ARC.

From small ARC machines to massive ARC bosses,

they bring all sorts of mechanics into play,

making combat feel punchy and satisfying even when you're only fighting ARC.

The Matriarch, introduced in last November's update,

comes equipped with a shield and the ability to summon reinforcements, unlike the Queen,

so taking it on calls for a completely different approach.

What's more, ARC AI keeps learning from players,

so even the machines that were fairly easy to take down at launch

now keep you under pressure with wildly unpredictable movement, making every encounter feel fresh.

Walking the Tightrope

Between PVE and PVP

ARC Raiders offers PvPvE gameplay with ARC as everyone's common enemy

and other Raiders who aren't necessarily your enemies,

but aren't your allies either.

Matchmaking depends on how much you shoot at other players,

pairing aggressive players with equally aggressive opponents

through what's known as a “karma matchmaking system.”

So if you enjoy fighting other Raiders, you can lean into combat,

while those who prefer cooperation and looting can focus on gathering loot,

with each approach offering its own flavor of fun.

If You're in the Shoot-on-Sight Crowd,

Put Those Gadgets to Use!

I enjoy playing in a 3-person squad with friends.

That naturally leads to plenty of fights with enemies,

so I've ended up in aggressive lobbies with the “shoot-on-sight crowd.”

Gadgets make a real difference in fights between Raiders.

ARC Raiders offers a wide range of gadgets, from throwable items like grenades and mines

to ziplines and barricades.

Your aim certainly matters in a third-person shooter,

but sometimes a single gadget can turn the tide of battle.

Lately, an overpowered grenade called the Trigger 'Nade, which you can throw and detonate whenever you choose,

has become a popular pick.

Of course, you can still take down enemies with gunplay alone.

This clip is from a video I recorded a week ago,

where I took down 3 players in a row on my own to secure the win.

I think moments like these are what keep me coming back to ARC Raiders.

That wraps up my review of ARC Raiders,

the game that's been taking up so much of my actual gaming time.

When I really get into it, I sometimes play for 4~5 hours a day.

I've joined the shoot-on-sight crowd, saying hello with gunfire,

but if you prefer PVE, matchmaking can put you in more peaceful lobbies to match your playstyle,

so if you're looking for an extraction shooter you can enjoy without too much pressure, give it a try!