Escape from Tarkov — News

The Expansions Hub has arrived - an in-game store offering a more flexible selection of items than the “Expansions” page on the official website. Below are answers to some common questions about the Expansions Hub. What is TarCoin?TarCoin is an in-game currency used exclusively within the Expansions

This update includes a number of technical components and changes required for the upcoming launch of the Expansion Hub. The Expansion Hub will not be available immediately after the update is installed, and TarCoins will not be converted to players' accounts at this time. We will announce the launc

Battlestate Games is heading to ChinaJoy for the first time – the largest exhibition in China and Asia dedicated to computer games and digital entertainment, which will take place in Shanghai.Visitors will be able to try out Escape from Tarkov and EFT: Arena, ask questions, win various prizes, take

A new in-game survey is available for players, focused on the Hideout and its role in character progression.We would like to hear your opinion on module upgrades, construction times, usefulness, and possible new features for the Hideout.Your responses will help us improve existing mechanics and dete

The Summer Sale is now live!Discounts are available for Escape from Tarkov editions and expansions:Standard Edition - 25% offLeft Behind Edition - 15% offPrepare for Escape Edition - 15% offPvE Zone - 10% offPlease note: since The Unheard Steam Edition bundle includes all the available editions, its

We present the preliminary plan for Escape from Tarkov updates up to Q4 2026:

The global XP bonus is back - it's time to set new records on Icebreaker!This weekend, XP earned from raids will be increased by 25% - both in PvP and PvE. This is a fixed value for all players and is applied instead of the edition bonus.The bonus will be available until June 15, 11:00 AM BST / 6:00

TarCoins have recently started appearing in raids, and during the latest TarkovTV we discussed the Expansion Hub and the TarCoin currency, which we plan to add to the game. Today we’d like to explain in a bit more detail what this is all about.TarCoin is a new type of in-game currency that will be u

Congratulations to H4RD on a well-deserved victory in the #EscapefromTarkov Streamer Challenge!The competition was incredibly close, but in the end, they managed to come out on top and secure first place. As the winner of the challenge, they will receive a personalized streamer item created in colla

Starting today and throughout the next five days, participants will receive tasks that award points upon completion. Objectives and scoring criteria will change daily, and you can follow the competitors' progress and the live leaderboard here: https://www.escapefromtarkov.com/streamer-challenge/scor

There’s never too much XP. A veteran is just a little short of their next Prestige, while a new player has almost reached LL4 with Prapor. Some bonus would be great for both!This weekend, XP earned from raids will be increased by 25% - both in PvP and PvE. This is a fixed value for all players and i

Get ready for five days of intense competition and unique daily tasks for participants. Viewers can tune into live broadcasts and earn traditional Twitch Drops by supporting their favorite creators. You will also be able to follow participant progress and leaderboard standings directly on the offici

Following the release of Patch 1.0.5.0 and the launch of the in-game event “Icebreaker”, a new Twitch Drops campaign is now live.For five days, viewers will be able to watch their favorite streamers in the Escape from Tarkov category on Twitch and receive various rewards. The campaign will run from

In-game event “Icebreaker” and story chapter “Boreas”How did the Paradigm Shipping icebreaker end up trapped inside Tarkov’s blockade ring? What happened to its crew? Who is behind it all? You’ll uncover the answers by completing a new story chapter during an expedition focused on exploration and Pv

A new in-game survey is now available for Escape from Tarkov players, focused on the side task system – additional trader tasks that are not part of the main storyline.Your feedback will help improve quest structure, variety, rewards, and the overall tasking experience.You will receive a participati

The long-awaited Unheard Steam Edition bundle is now available - you can add the ultimate edition of Escape from Tarkov to your Steam library!Key features of The Unheard Steam Edition:Maximum stash size (10x72)Secure container “Gamma” (3x3)Access to EFT: Arena Ryzhy EditionIncreased standing with al

New perks for game editionsStarting today, Escape from Tarkov editions receive new bonuses in addition to what they previously provided.Your active edition will increase the experience gain in raid:Left Behind Edition - 7% XP bonusPrepare for Escape Edition - 9% XP bonusEdge of Darkness Limited Edit

We've gathered all the previews shown on today's TarkovTV in one place. We hope it was interesting for you! Icebreaker TeaserPrestige 1-4 new requirements Full article on our plans for Prestige system: Profile selection screen with seasonal characterSeasons modifiersExpansions hubTarcoin WIP #Tarkov

We would like to share some of the survey results regarding the Prestige system, as well as outline the directions in which the system will develop in future updates.Since the introduction of Prestige, we have received a large amount of feedback. According to the survey results, 47% of players belie

Watch the next episode of TarkovTV LIVE on May 8 at 5:00 PM BST / 12:00 PM EDT. The podcast will be focused on the current ongoing work and future plans. See you on stream!