<ul><li>ARC Raiders faced backlash for using a countdown timer, which misled fans into expecting a game release instead of a trailer debut.</li><li>Embark Studios issued an apology for mismanaging the hype generated by the countdown timer, accepting responsibility for the confusion.</li><li>The reaction to the apology sparked debates on player expectations regarding countdown timers, with some fans expressing appreciation for the statement.</li><li>Embark Studios is now focused on developing ARC Raiders to meet player expectations for its October release, promising regular updates on progress and communication.</li></ul>

ARC Raiders apologizes for ‘mismanaging the hype’ by using a countdown timer for its new trailer

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