A new update for Arc Raiders has been rolled out, targeting the Stella Montis boundary exploit that allowed players to stand outside the map and engage in combat. While the patch claims progress, reports suggest certain areas may still enable exploitation. The fix appears deliberate, avoiding broad statements about full resolution.
Two item duplication exploits were also addressed. These involved a specific sequence of dropping and picking up items to generate duplicates, both now patched. Additionally, cases where players could damage others from behind geometry have been fixed, removing an unintended vulnerability in the game's physics system.
The Stella Montis exploit has been a persistent issue for months, with anecdotal evidence suggesting Embark Studios has manually compensated affected players. However, whether all exploitable spots have been closed remains unclear, leaving room for continued abuse.
Other glitches persist, including a crafting bug that resets progress mid-process and achievement bugs preventing certain rewards. Despite these issues, the studio appears to be addressing them at a steady pace, maintaining momentum in its efforts.
The early part of 2024 has seen Embark Studios intensify its focus on cheating prevention, promising significant changes and new detection mechanisms. This aligns with broader industry trends, where security in multiplayer shooters is increasingly prioritized to maintain fair play.
Looking ahead, the studio's 2026 roadmap includes multiple maps spanning a range of sizes, suggesting a continued expansion of content while balancing security improvements. The challenge will be ensuring these new maps are not vulnerable to similar exploits from the outset.
