Top Streamer Issues Ultimatum to ARC Raiders Developers Over Cheating Crisis
TheBurntPeanut has become one of the most recognizable names in the ARC Raiders community. The game surged in popularity during the second half of 2025, propelling TheBurntPeanut into mainstream Twitch stardom. What began as a breakthrough moment for both the streamer and the game has now turned into a recurring problem. Persistent cheating threatens to undermine the game's success.
Frustration Replaces Excitement Among Top Creators
By early 2026, initial excitement has given way to widespread frustration among high-profile streamers. The introduction of stream sniping, hacking, and repetitive griefing has made gaming sessions unpredictable and exhausting. Developers have promised fixes, but streamers report a much slower resolution process. For creators who depend on fair gameplay and smooth streaming, this growing gap is becoming impossible to ignore.
TheBurntPeanut's Emotional Outburst During Live Stream
Emotions reached a boiling point during TheBurntPeanut's January 15 stream. After facing the same group of cheaters for an extended period, he delivered a blunt warning to the developers at Embark Studios.
"Embark, fix this or I'm out of here. Give us something or I'm actually leaving," he declared, calling the situation completely unacceptable. He emphasized the seriousness of the issue moments later. "This is ridiculous. If those guys don't get IP-banned from this game, I genuinely don't think I'll play it anymore. I really don't think I'll continue playing."
His comments spread rapidly across social media platforms. Many fans expressed concern that ARC Raiders might lose one of its most prominent supporters. However, calmer perspectives emerged later that day.
Streamer Clarifies Position After Cooling Down
TheBurntPeanut addressed his earlier statements on X later that evening. He explained that his outburst resulted from prolonged frustration rather than a genuine intention to abandon the game.
"Hey everyone, I was just heated in that moment because the same three cheaters had been following us for a long time without getting banned. That's a pretty reasonable thing to be upset about," he wrote.
He also reaffirmed his support for the development team. "In reality, I love ARC Raiders and I know the Embark Studios team is incredibly passionate about it. They're working hard to make the game better."
Widespread Concerns Among Streaming Community
TheBurntPeanut is not alone in his concerns. Other major streamers, including Nadeshot, have raised similar alarms about cheating in ARC Raiders. While Embark Studios has implemented ban waves against cheaters, many players now demand permanent solutions. The next few updates will likely determine whether the game can fully restore trust within the streaming community.
