Arc Raiders Update Adds Spider‑Man Grapple, Quadruples Player Base [2026 Update]

As originally reported by Game Rant, Embark Studios rolled out the Frozen Trail update for Arc Raiders, introducing a Spider‑Man‑inspired grappling hook that lets players swing across the map’s vertical terrain. The feature, alongside new weapon balances and a refreshed loot system, has propelled Steam’s concurrent player count to more than four times its pre‑update average, reigniting interest in the extraction shooter nearly a year after launch. Community chatter on Discord and Reddit indicates that the mobility tool is already reshaping early‑game positioning and high‑risk loot runs. The update also coincides with the upcoming Spring Circuit qualifiers, prompting teams to experiment with aggressive rotation strategies. For further context on Arc Raiders’ evolving mechanics, see our earlier coverage of the .