Arc Raiders' Community Swears More Than Dota 2's, Report Reveals

Arc Raiders Tops Gaming Communities for Profanity, Edging Out Dota 2 by a Whisker

In a surprising turn of events, the burgeoning community of Arc Raiders has clinched the top spot for the most profanity-laden discussions among gaming subreddits. A recent analysis by Streamproject DE, which meticulously tracked the use of expletives across various gaming forums, revealed that Arc Raiders fans are, perhaps, expressing their passion—or frustration—more vociferously than even the notoriously tempestuous Dota 2 community. The margin of victory? A mere 18 words, highlighting just how closely contested this unconventional ranking was.

The Unvarnished Truth: A Study in Digital Discourse

Streamproject DE embarked on this fascinating two-week investigation with a clear objective: to identify which gaming communities exhibit the highest levels of irritation and heated exchanges. The methodology involved monitoring subreddits for the frequent usage of words commonly deemed profane. These included terms like "shit," "fuck," "asshole," "idiot," "moron," and other similar expressions of digital angst.

The results were striking. Arc Raiders surged to the forefront with a staggering 1447 instances of profanity, dethroning established titans. The study's findings suggest that the intensity of player emotions begins to boil even before the core "raids" commence, with some players becoming so immersed in the game's high-stakes environment that their neighbors reportedly mistake their passionate exclamations for genuine distress, even prompting calls to emergency services.

Dota 2 and the Usual Suspects Follow Closely

Securing a commendable second place was Dota 2, a game whose reputation for fostering intense and often volatile player interactions precedes it. The community's passionate, albeit often aggressive, dialogue is a well-documented phenomenon in the gaming world. Following closely behind was Baldur's Gate 3, claiming the third position, with NBA 2K26 and The Outer Worlds 2 rounding out the top five.

Interestingly, the analysis also revealed some amusing comparisons. The Sims 4 community managed to out-swear League of Legends, a testament to the diverse emotional spectrum experienced by players across different genres. The data paints a vivid picture of player sentiment, illustrating that passion for a game can manifest in a multitude of ways, including vigorous verbal expression.

The Full Swear-Word Leaderboard and Broader Gaming Trends

The complete list of the most profanity-heavy gaming communities, as identified by Streamproject DE, is as follows:

• Arc Raiders (1447 instances)
• Dota 2 (1429 instances)
• Baldur's Gate 3 (1421 instances)
• NBA 2K26 (1404 instances)
• The Outer Worlds 2 (1398 instances)
• Cyberpunk 2077 (1396 instances)
• Hollow Knight: Silksong (1395 instances)
• World Of Warships (1389 instances)
• Helldivers 2 (1376 instances)
• Red Dead Redemption 2 (1375 instances)
• The Sims 4 (1366 instances)
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (1355 instances)
• League Of Legends (1344 instances)
• Destiny 2 (1331 instances)
• Grand Theft Auto 5 (1320 instances)
• Battlefield 6 (1320 instances)
• Hades 2 (1318 instances)
• Ghost of Yotei (1317 instances)
• Doom: The Dark Ages (1316 instances)
• No Man’s Sky (1309 instances)

Beyond the colorful language, broader trends in the gaming landscape were also highlighted. A previous report from Power of Play 2025 indicated that the majority of gamers are now over 40 years old, with a nearly even gender distribution: 48% female and 51% male. These older, more mature gamers also tend to be the biggest spenders in the industry. Furthermore, there's a noted preference for purchasing remakes over remasters, suggesting a desire for a complete reimagining of beloved titles.

Arc Raiders, developed by Embark Studios, has been no stranger to newsworthy anecdotes. The studio previously shared a peculiar statistic where 117 players managed to kill themselves using in-game rocks. Meanwhile, a review from ITC.ua lauded the game with a 9/10, proclaiming that Arc Raiders "will make you love extraction shooters." This latest report adds another layer to the game's intriguing narrative, showcasing its ability to evoke strong emotions, for better or worse.