The wait is almost over! Arc Raiders drops its first major update, North Line, on November 13, 2025, bringing a brand-new map, terrifying enemies, and a Helldivers 2-style community event that requires players worldwide to work together. Whether you’re gearing up for Stella Montis or curious about the release schedule, here’s your complete guide to the biggest extraction shooter update of the season.
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Arc Raiders North Line Update
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Release Date | November 13, 2025 |
| Global Launch Time | 1:30 AM PT / 4:30 AM ET / 9:30 AM GMT / 10:30 AM CET |
| New Map | Stella Montis (community unlock required) |
| Community Event | Breaking New Ground |
| New Enemies | Matriarch, Shredder |
| New Weapons | Energy Burst Battle Rifle |
| New Explosives | Impulse, Timed, Gas Jump Mines |
| New Playstyles | Lone Wolf, Trailblazer |
| Next Update | Cold Snap (December 2025) |
Exact Release Times for All Major Regions
The North Line update arrives on November 13, 2025, at 1:30 AM Pacific Time (4:30 AM Eastern Time, 9:30 AM GMT, 10:30 AM Central European Time). Here’s when you can jump in based on your location:
North America: 1:30 AM PT (Pacific) / 2:30 AM MT (Mountain) / 3:30 AM CT (Central) / 4:30 AM ET (Eastern)
Europe: 9:30 AM GMT (London) / 10:30 AM CET (Paris, Berlin, Rome) / 11:30 AM EET (Athens, Helsinki)
Asia-Pacific: 5:30 PM JST (Tokyo) / 6:30 PM AEDT (Sydney) / 3:00 PM IST (India)
Note that there may be maintenance downtime before the update goes live, so plan accordingly if you’re looking to be among the first Raiders exploring Stella Montis.
Breaking New Ground: The Community Unlock Event
Unlike traditional map releases, Stella Montis won’t be immediately accessible—players must unlock it together through a global community event called Breaking New Ground. This Helldivers 2-inspired challenge tasks the entire player base with contributing basic materials to restore the sealed tunnels beneath Speranza.
Any player who has completed at least five rounds can participate by donating Metal Parts, Fabric, Chemicals, Rubber Parts, and Plastic Parts. As the community collectively rebuilds access to the northern region, contributors earn Merits—a new event currency that unlocks Phase II rewards.
Once enough resources are gathered, Phase II “Staking Our Claim” activates, featuring a limited-time progression track with personal rewards and challenges running until December. This creates urgency for dedicated players while making the map unlock feel like a genuine community achievement rather than a simple download.
Stella Montis: What Awaits in the Frozen North
Carved deep into the northern mountains, Stella Montis is an abandoned facility that remains relatively well-preserved compared to the wreckage of the lower Rust Belt. The environment contrasts sharply with Arc Raiders’ existing industrial wastelands, offering pristine corridors and sterile laboratories that hint at humanity’s pre-apocalyptic scientific ambitions.
The map features its own questlines tying into the larger lore of humanity’s struggle to reclaim the surface, with narrative threads exploring what exactly happened in these northern facilities before the Arc invasion devastated civilization.
Loot-wise, expect high-tier rewards. Raiders who investigate Stella Montis will recover rare resources, new gameplay items, and potentially schematics for long-lost technology—making the frozen map a prime destination for endgame players hunting workshop upgrades and blueprint completions.
New Enemies: Matriarch and Shredder
The Arc forces aren’t sitting idle while humanity expands northward. Two new enemy types debut with North Line: the Matriarch, described as a hulking machine that makes the Queen look friendly and appears under specific map conditions, plus the Shredder, which will exclusively spawn in Stella Montis and challenge Raiders in close-quarters combat.
The Matriarch represents a significant escalation in Arc threat levels, likely requiring coordinated squad tactics and upgraded weaponry to defeat. Meanwhile, the Shredder’s close-range specialization suggests Stella Montis features tight corridors and indoor sections where mobility becomes crucial for survival.
New Arsenal: Weapons, Mines, and Playstyles
To combat these enhanced threats, Embark Studios is adding the Energy Burst Battle Rifle along with three new explosive options: Impulse, Timed, and Gas Jump Mines. The Energy Burst weapon suggests Arc-derived technology that Raiders have reverse-engineered, potentially offering advantages against armored enemies.
Two new playstyles—Lone Wolf and Trailblazer—will support different approaches to combat and exploration, giving players additional build diversity. Lone Wolf likely benefits solo players, while Trailblazer might reward aggressive forward scouting or pathfinding.
Looking Ahead: Cold Snap and the 2025 Roadmap
North Line sets the stage for Cold Snap, the December update that will introduce a new snowfall Map Condition, the Flickering Flames event, and reset the Expedition cycle. This confirms Embark’s commitment to frequent content updates rather than traditional seasonal structures, allowing more flexible release schedules based on development progress.
The rapid update cadence—just two weeks after launch—demonstrates Embark’s confidence in Arc Raiders’ foundation and willingness to iterate quickly based on player feedback. Since launching on October 30, 2025, the game has peaked at over 400,000 concurrent players on Steam, becoming one of the biggest extraction shooters.
Preparing for North Line: What to Do Now
Start hoarding basic materials now—Metal Parts, Fabric, Chemicals, Rubber Parts, and Plastic Parts will all contribute to unlocking Stella Montis faster. Complete your five required rounds if you’re a new player to ensure event eligibility. Review your current loadouts and skill builds, as the new enemies may demand different tactical approaches.
Additionally, Embark plans to reduce prices for some cosmetics when North Line launches, so hold off on store purchases if you’ve been eyeing particular items.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Will Stella Montis be available immediately when North Line launches?
No, Stella Montis requires a community unlock through the Breaking New Ground event. The entire player base must collectively donate basic materials (Metal Parts, Fabric, Chemicals, Rubber Parts, and Plastic Parts) to restore the sealed tunnels before accessing the map. The release timing depends entirely on how quickly the community completes this challenge, though it’s expected to unlock relatively quickly given the game’s massive player base exceeding 400,000 concurrent users.
Q2: Do I need to own any DLC or season pass to access the North Line content?
No, the North Line update is completely free for all Arc Raiders players. The new Stella Montis map, Breaking New Ground community event, new enemies (Matriarch and Shredder), weapons, mines, and playstyles are all included in the base game at no additional cost. You only need to have completed at least five rounds to participate in the community event and contribute toward unlocking Stella Montis. This follows Arc Raiders’ commitment to avoiding traditional season pass models in favor of flexible, free content updates.
