Arc Raiders has become synonymous with persistent exploits, each more disruptive than the last. The latest discovery—a method to repair any weapon for free and generate infinite ammunition—has sent shockwaves through the community, exposing deep flaws in the game’s resource system.
This isn’t the first time the title has faced critical bugs. Earlier this year, a widespread duplication glitch flooded the game with hundreds of items, forcing developers to issue bans for those exploiting it. Now, players can bypass even the most expensive maintenance costs, turning high-tier weapons like the Bettina or Tempest into disposable tools. Worse, the same technique can be abused to create unlimited ammo, effectively breaking the balance of firepower in the game.
A Glitch That Rewrites the Rules
The exploit was first documented by player Genos, who demonstrated how rapidly switching between two damaged weapons in inventory triggers an automatic repair system. Drop them on the ground, pick them up again, and the weapons retain their fully restored state—no cost, no effort. But the real kicker? Unloading the weapon during this process generates ammunition out of thin air. For high-capacity guns like the Hullcracker, this means players can now stockpile rounds that would normally require hours of grinding or costly purchases.
Even more bizarre, combining this method with mismatched weapons—such as pairing a Torrente with a low-capacity SMG like the Venator—can force the game to transfer the larger weapon’s magazine size onto the smaller one. A Venator, typically limited to 30 rounds, suddenly gains the Torrente’s 102-round capacity. With its rapid fire rate, this turns the already potent SMG into an unstoppable automatic weapon.
Impact on the Game’s Economy
While free items might seem like a minor inconvenience, the ability to manufacture infinite ammunition is far more damaging. In a game where rare weapons and limited resources are carefully balanced, this exploit undermines the entire progression system. Players who invest time and credits into maintaining gear now face an unfair advantage from those who can simply generate what they need.
Developers have yet to respond to the latest bug, but the pattern suggests a rapid reaction is needed. If left unchecked, exploits like this could erode player trust and further destabilize the game’s already fragile economy.
For now, the community is left waiting—wondering how long it will take for another patch to close yet another gaping hole in Arc Raiders.
