The highly anticipated Shrouded Sky update for ARC Raiders has officially launched today, bringing chaotic hurricane weather to the Rust Belt and two terrifying new ARC threats: the Firefly and the Comet. These mechanical monstrosities will challenge Raiders like never before, forcing players to adapt their strategies in the PvPvE extraction shooter developed by Embark Studios.
Amid howling winds, reduced visibility, and shield-degrading debris, these new enemies emerge on the surface, making every raid more perilous. Here's everything you need to know about the ARC threats invading Shrouded Sky.
The Firefly: A Flaming Aerial Nightmare
The Firefly is an armored flying drone that hovers ominously above the battlefield. Resembling a hybrid of the existing Fireball and Hornet threats, it features protective plates shielding its rotors. This floating menace unleashes a devastating jet of flame, scorching Raiders caught in its path.
- Behavior: Patrols aerially, raining fire from above.
- Primary Attack: Flamethrower stream that burns through health rapidly.
- Weaknesses: Armored frontally; target rotors or rear when possible.
To survive the Firefly, prioritize mobility. Duck behind cover immediately when it spots you or sprint to break line-of-sight. Coordinated fire from multiple Raiders can overwhelm its defenses quickly.
The Comet: The Rolling Explosive Menace
The Comet is a spherical ground-patrolling machine that appears deceptively calm until provoked. Once it detects a Raider, it locks on with eerie precision and accelerates toward its target, culminating in a massive seismic boom explosion.
- Behavior: Rolls calmly across the surface until aggroed.
- Primary Attack: Lock-on charge followed by area-of-effect seismic explosion.
- Weaknesses: Destroy it from range before it closes in; similar to Pops but more durable.
Avoid getting too close to patrolling Comets. Use high-ground advantages or long-range weapons to snipe them safely. The explosion's radius demands awareness of nearby teammates.
Threat Comparison
| Threat | Type | Main Attack | Best Counter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefly | Aerial/Flying | Flamethrower Jet | Cover, Mobility, Rear Shots |
| Comet | Ground/Rolling | Seismic Boom Explosion | Range Attacks, Keep Distance |
Beyond the Threats: Other Shrouded Sky Highlights
In addition to these new foes, Shrouded Sky introduces:
- Hurricane Map Condition: Winds, debris, and low visibility shake up gameplay.
- Dam Battlegrounds Update: New Controlled Access Zone with high-value loot.
- Free Surgeon Raider Deck: Cosmetic unlocks for healing or havoc styles.
- Facial Hair: Stubble for all, more styles in store and decks.
- New Project: Build a weather monitoring system for rewards.
These additions promise fresh challenges and rewards for daring Raiders.