- Arc Raiders design lead Virgil Watkins has revealed that multiple maps will release in 2026
- In an interview, Watkins also teased an upcoming roadmap that will be shared by the team
- The new maps will vary in size between smaller locations like Stella Montis to larger environments like Spaceport
Arc Raiders design lead Virgil Watkins has announced that the game will introduce several new maps in 2026. This information comes from a recent interview discussing Embark Studios' approach to map design.
When asked about the studio's plans for upcoming content, Watkins indicated that a roadmap will be released soon:
"Sometime soon, I believe we're going to be putting out a chunk of a roadmap for the upcoming months. But right now, it's us kind of deciding exactly that cadence, that stuff. And you are correct on the types of content, and we're going to parcel that out across the coming year."
This upcoming content will include multiple maps, which will vary in size to accommodate different gameplay styles:
"There are going to be multiple maps coming this year, and I think it's going to be across a spectrum of size to try to facilitate different types of gameplay. So you might see some that are smaller, and you might see some that are even grander than what we've got now."
The full interview explores how Embark Studios plans to keep the Arc Raiders community engaged, and discusses how performance limitations can influence map design.
Arc Raiders is currently available on PS5, Xbox Series X and Series S, and PC. The Cold Snap update has just concluded, wrapping up the Flickering Flames event and the Expedition Departure Window.
If you logged into Arc Raiders anytime between launch and January 13, 2026, you can claim a free Golden Raider Tool. Be sure to check your eligibility the next time you play.