ARC Raiders has launched with a bang, throwing players into a brutal future Earth where survival means scavenging the surface world while fending off hostile ARC machines and rival squads. As a Raider emerging from the underground sanctuary of Speranza, you’ll need every advantage you can get—and that includes free cosmetic rewards.
To celebrate the game’s global launch, Embark Studios has teamed up with Twitch for a limited-time Drops campaign. By simply watching participating streams, you can unlock exclusive in-game items like emotes, charms, and other cosmetics. Here’s everything you need to know about claiming your ARC Raiders Twitch Drops before the campaign ends.
What Are Twitch Drops?
If you’re new to Twitch Drops, here’s the quick version: they’re a reward system where you earn in-game items by watching designated streams on Twitch. It’s a win-win situation—streamers get viewers, you get free stuff, and the game gets more exposure. No complicated tasks or purchases required, just passive viewing.
The beauty of this system is that you don’t need to actively watch. You can have the stream running in the background (muted if you prefer) while you work, browse, or even play the game yourself. As long as the stream is running and you’re logged into your linked Twitch account, you’re earning progress toward your drops.
Current ARC Raiders Twitch Drops Campaign Details
The ongoing campaign runs from October 30, 2025, to November 17, 2025, giving you nearly three weeks to grab all available rewards. That’s a generous window compared to some games that only run drops for a weekend.
Currently, there are three exclusive items up for grabs, each requiring different watch times. Plan your viewing accordingly if you want to collect everything.
Step-by-Step: Linking Your Embark Account to Twitch
Before you can earn any drops, you need to connect your Embark account with Twitch. This is a one-time setup that takes less than five minutes:
Follow these steps:
- Visit the Embark website – Head to the official Embark site and log into your account using your platform credentials (Steam, Epic Games, PlayStation, or Xbox)
- Access your profile settings – Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner of the page
- Navigate to Connected Platforms – Select this option from the dropdown menu
- Link your Twitch account – Find Twitch in the list of available platforms and click “Link”
- Authorize the connection – Sign in with your Twitch credentials and approve the connection when prompted
Once linked, you’re all set. This connection persists across campaigns, so you won’t need to repeat this process for future ARC Raiders Twitch Drops.
How to Earn Twitch Drops: Finding the Right Streams
Now that your accounts are linked, it’s time to start earning. Here’s how to find eligible streams and track your progress:
Finding Drop-enabled streams:
- Open Twitch and search for “ARC Raiders” in the game directory
- Look for streams with the “Drops Enabled” tag—this usually appears in the stream title, thumbnail, or description
- You can also filter the ARC Raiders category to show only Drop-enabled streams
- Many streamers will mention drops in their stream title to attract viewers
Tracking your progress:
- While watching, you’ll see a progress indicator beneath the video player showing how close you are to the next reward
- Twitch will notify you when you’ve earned a drop—both on-screen and via a notification icon
- You don’t need to watch a single stream continuously; watch time accumulates across multiple streams and sessions
Pro tip: Make sure you’re actually “watching” the stream. Having it muted is fine, but if you navigate away from the tab for too long, Twitch may pause your progress. Keep the tab open (even in the background) to ensure continuous progress.
Claiming Your Rewards
Earning the drop and claiming it are two separate steps. Here’s what to do once you’ve unlocked a reward:
- Check your notifications – When you’ve earned a drop, Twitch will alert you with a notification
- Visit your Drops Inventory – Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner of Twitch and select “Drops” from the menu, or go directly to the Twitch Drops Inventory page
- Claim your rewards – Each earned item will appear here with a “Claim” button. Click it to officially add the item to your ARC Raiders account
- Check in-game – If you’re already playing ARC Raiders when you claim a drop, log out completely and log back in. Your new item should appear in your inventory
Important: Claimed rewards must be collected before the campaign ends. If you earn a drop but don’t claim it by the expiry date, you’ll lose it. Set reminders if needed, especially for the earlier-expiring rewards.
All Available ARC Raiders Twitch Drops and Rewards
Here’s what you can currently earn during this campaign:
ArcRaidersDance Emote
- Watch time required: 30 minutes
- Expires: November 17, 2025
- The quickest reward to unlock—perfect for celebrating successful extractions or taunting rivals
Warm Up Emote
- Watch time required: 1 hour
- Expires: November 13, 2025
- Note the earlier expiry date on this one. Don’t wait too long to claim it
Bobblehead Backpack Charm
- Watch time required: 2 hours
- Expires: November 13, 2025
- The most time-intensive reward, requiring two hours of cumulative viewing. This cosmetic charm adds personality to your backpack
The total watch time needed to unlock everything is just 3.5 hours—easily manageable over the nearly three-week campaign period. You could knock it all out in a single afternoon or spread it across multiple sessions.
Maximizing Your Drops Experience
Here are some tips to make the most of your Twitch Drops journey:
Plan around expiry dates: Notice that the Warm Up Emote and Bobblehead Charm both expire on November 13, while the dance emote lasts until November 17. Prioritize the earlier-expiring items first.
Support smaller streamers: While big-name streamers might be tempting, consider checking out smaller ARC Raiders creators. They often have more interactive chats and appreciate the viewership boost.
Combine with learning: Use your viewing time productively by watching skilled players. You’ll earn rewards while picking up tips, strategies, and map knowledge that’ll improve your own gameplay. If you’re struggling with performance, check out our optimization settings guide to ensure your game runs smoothly.
Watch on mobile: The Twitch mobile app counts toward drop progress, so you can earn rewards while commuting or away from your PC.
What’s Next for ARC Raiders Twitch Drops?
Given ARC Raiders’ strong launch and growing player base, it’s highly likely that Embark Studios will run additional Twitch Drops campaigns in the future. Many live-service games rotate Drops regularly, offering new cosmetics, weapon skins, and exclusive items to keep the community engaged.
We’ll update this guide whenever new drops are announced, so bookmark this page and check back regularly. Following Embark Studios’ official social media channels and the ARC Raiders community will also help you stay informed about upcoming campaigns.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Drops not progressing?
- Verify your accounts are still linked in your Embark account settings
- Make sure the stream actually has “Drops Enabled”
- Refresh the stream page or try a different Drop-enabled stream
Can’t find the claimed item in-game?
- Ensure you clicked “Claim” in your Twitch Drops Inventory, not just earned it
- Fully restart ARC Raiders (not just return to menu)
- Check your cosmetics inventory or emote wheel—sometimes items go directly there rather than appearing as notifications
Rewards expired before claiming?
- Unfortunately, expired drops can’t be recovered. Set calendar reminders for campaigns with earlier expiry dates to avoid missing out.
Conclusion: Free Rewards Just for Watching
Twitch Drops are one of the easiest ways to score exclusive cosmetics in ARC Raiders without spending a dime. With minimal effort—just running streams in the background—you can unlock emotes and charms that’ll personalize your Raider’s appearance.
The current campaign offers a generous time window with three distinct rewards, and future campaigns will likely bring even more exclusive items. Set up your account linking now so you’re ready to jump on any new drops as soon as they’re announced.
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Happy watching, and see you Topside with your fresh new cosmetics!
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