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flag ARC Raiders, a $40 multiplayer game, sold 12M copies by Jan 2026, earning $350M and setting a Steam record.

flag Embark Studios' ARC Raiders launched in late 2025 at a $40 price point, shifting from a free-to-play model, influenced by Helldivers 2’s success. flag The decision aimed to balance affordability with value, especially given its multiplayer-only design. flag By January 2026, it had sold over 12 million copies, earned more than $350 million, and set a new Steam record for concurrent players. flag The game’s social gameplay and strong retention contributed to its popularity, prompting Bungie to adopt a similar $40 price for its upcoming title Marathon. flag While it faced criticism over AI-generated voice lines, the strategy has proven effective amid rising concerns over AAA game pricing.

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