Arma 3 News & Announcements
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Over 12 years since its release, Arma 3 has expanded the Armaverse into a vast array of content. Widely regarded as the premier military sandbox on PC, it has an incredibly active and vibrant player and modding community that continues to thrive.
For those who would like to try out what Arma 3 has to offer but don't want to purchase the game outright, we have released Arma 3 Pass – a monthly subscription including the Arma 3 base game, all official DLCs and expansions, and all Creator DLCs.
Instantly access a large range of weapons, vehicles, terrains, factions, and playable content. Arma 3 Pass is the best way to experience the Armaverse without committing to a larger purchase right away. Play everything when you want and cancel at any time.
The Arma 3 Pass subscription includes:
The Base Game
The complete Arma 3 platform, enhanced with over a decade of free updates adding new features, assets, and game modes.
All Expansions
The Apex and Contact expansions introduce the massive Tanoa and Livonia terrains, as well as new factions, equipment, and both traditional and story-driven campaign experiences across multiple combat environments.
All Official DLC
Specialized asset DLC such as Tanks, Jets, Helicopters, Karts, and Marksmen expand combined arms warfare with advanced armored vehicles, aircraft, and weaponry, while Laws of War and the Tac-Ops Mission Pack introduce a humanitarian-focused campaign and structured tactical missions.
All Creator DLC*
Further enhance your gameplay experience with Creator DLC, transporting you to the treacherous jungles of Vietnam, the fields and forests of Cold War Europe, the sun-scorched desert of the Sahara, and more, giving you hundreds of additional hours of playtime.
Free Content
Malden reintroduces a familiar terrain from the very first Arma game, Zeus enables game master sessions with real-time mission editing, and the Art of War Charity Pack invites you to look at war through a new lens.
Arma 3 Pass is $8.99 USD / €8.99 EUR a month and is available here on Steam.
For more information about Arma 3, please visit www.arma3.com. To keep track of all the latest news, be sure to follow @ArmaPlatform on Facebook, X, YouTube, and Steam.
*"Creator DLC" is a label for original Arma 3 projects made by third-party developers and published by Bohemia Interactive. It enables external talent to earn a financial reward for their work, while players get to enjoy more quality content. Find out more about this initiative at https://arma3.com/dlc/creator.
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The Survive and Thrive Sale has arrived! 💪
Pick up Arma 3 Gold Edition or Arma 3 Platinum Edition for yourself or a friend at 70% off or its DLCs and CDLCs for up to 67% off! 🔥
https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/
Arma Reforger, with vast island maps, meticulously recreated Cold War assets, and stunning graphics is also on sale for 30% off!
The sale runs from April 17 - 24. ⏳
Arma 3 Gold Edition - 70% off
Arma 3 DLC and Expansions - up to 67% off
Reinforce your Arma 3 game with additional terrains, factions, weapons, vehicles, gear, campaigns, scenarios, and more.
Arma 3 Creator DLC - up to 60% off
Expand your Arma 3 experience even further with Creator DLC packs made by external third-party developers.
For even more in-game assets, scenarios, mods, and other types of content, visit the Arma 3 Steam Workshop, Here you'll find 160,000+ free Workshop items shared by talented community content creators.
To get in touch with other members in our community, you can always jump into the Arma Discord server, head over to the r/arma subreddit and Bohemia forums, or join one of thousands of community groups via Arma 3 Units.
Finally, be sure to follow Arma Platform on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and right here on Steam!
FROM: Tiny Gecko Studios
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Expeditionary Forces
ACTIVITY: Update 1.2.1 (Hotfix)
SIZE: ~692.2 MB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2647830/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Expeditionary_Forces
Changelog
CHANGED
CHANGED: Re-enabled bounding box limits for Gyra Driver periscopes
CHANGED: Tweaked materials on QAV-80 wheels
CHANGED: Tweaked PhysX wheels and dampers on Harpy to reduce jittering and bouncing while on the ground
FIXED
FIXED: Force update ef_ui version header
FIXED: Visual and IR sensor on Harpy now follow targeting pod movement correctly
FIXED: 30mm AP magazines for Hunter/Gyra now use the correct strings
FIXED: Added pylon weapons to QAV-80 fire geometries
FIXED: QAV-80 now uses separate LODs for regular and fire geometries
FIXED: Empty Amphibious Assault Vest now carries less than fully kitted variants
FIXED: QAV-80 Stealth variant now loads weapon presets to the correct slots
FIXED: QAV-80 Stealth variant cannot carry Falchions and Sidearms in the internal weapons bay anymore
FIXED: Fixed CfgAddons array with duplicate items
FIXED: Fixed Harpy hard transition from VTOL to normal flight mode
FIXED: Harpy now defaults to VTOL mode with nozzles down on startup
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Expeditionary Forces
ACTIVITY: Update 1.2.1 (Hotfix)
SIZE: ~692.2 MB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2647830/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Expeditionary_Forces
Changelog
CHANGED
CHANGED: Re-enabled bounding box limits for Gyra Driver periscopes
CHANGED: Tweaked materials on QAV-80 wheels
CHANGED: Tweaked PhysX wheels and dampers on Harpy to reduce jittering and bouncing while on the ground
FIXED
FIXED: Force update ef_ui version header
FIXED: Visual and IR sensor on Harpy now follow targeting pod movement correctly
FIXED: 30mm AP magazines for Hunter/Gyra now use the correct strings
FIXED: Added pylon weapons to QAV-80 fire geometries
FIXED: QAV-80 now uses separate LODs for regular and fire geometries
FIXED: Empty Amphibious Assault Vest now carries less than fully kitted variants
FIXED: QAV-80 Stealth variant now loads weapon presets to the correct slots
FIXED: QAV-80 Stealth variant cannot carry Falchions and Sidearms in the internal weapons bay anymore
FIXED: Fixed CfgAddons array with duplicate items
FIXED: Fixed Harpy hard transition from VTOL to normal flight mode
FIXED: Harpy now defaults to VTOL mode with nozzles down on startup
The Steam Spring Sale 2026 has arrived! 🌼
Pick up Arma 3 Gold Edition or Arma 3 Platinum Edition for yourself or a friend at 70% off or its DLCs and CDLCs for up to 67% off!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/
Arma Reforger, with vast island maps, meticulously recreated Cold War assets, and stunning graphics is also on sale for 30% off!
The sale runs from March 19 - 26. ⏳
Arma 3 Gold Edition - 70% off
Arma 3 DLC and Expansions - up to 67% off
Reinforce your Arma 3 game with additional terrains, factions, weapons, vehicles, gear, campaigns, scenarios, and more.
Arma 3 Creator DLC - up to 60% off
Expand your Arma 3 experience even further with Creator DLC packs made by external third-party developers.
For even more in-game assets, scenarios, mods, and other types of content, visit the Arma 3 Steam Workshop, Here you'll find 160,000+ free Workshop items shared by talented community content creators.
To get in touch with other members in our community, you can always jump into the Arma Discord server, head over to the r/arma subreddit and Bohemia forums, or join one of thousands of community groups via Arma 3 Units.
Finally, be sure to follow Arma Platform on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and right here on Steam!
Publisher Bohemia Interactive and third-party developer Tiny Gecko Studios have released a content update for Arma 3 Creator DLC: Expeditionary Forces!
Update 1.2 brings an all-new Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV), a new weapon variant, equipment, vehicle liveries, as well as various fixes and improvements.
Update highlights:
New content:
- QAV-80 Harpy UCAV
- MX with vertical grip
- CSAT Urban Hex Crewman helmet
- APDS magazines for Hunter/Gyra 30mm autocannon
- MJTF Camo livery for UCAV Sentinel
- CDF livery for Gyra
You can read the full changelog for Update 1.2 here.
The CDLC is available for purchase on the Steam Store.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2647830/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Expeditionary_Forces
We hope you enjoy this free update!
Bohemia Interactive & Tiny Gecko Studios
Creator DLC is a label for original Arma 3 projects made by third-party developers and published by Bohemia Interactive. This program enables external talent to earn a financial reward for their work, while players get to enjoy more quality content. For more information, please visit the Arma 3 website.
FROM: Tiny Gecko Studios
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Expeditionary Forces
ACTIVITY: Update 1.2
SIZE: ~1.4 GB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2647830/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Expeditionary_Forces
Changelog
ADDED
ADDED: QAV-80 Harpy UCAV
ADDED: MX with vertical grip
ADDED: CSAT Urban Hex Crewman helmet
ADDED: APDS magazines for Hunter/Gyra 30mm autocannon
ADDED: MJTF Camo livery for UCAV Sentinel
ADDED: CDF livery for Gyra
ADDED: Commando Chest Rig model variants with closed pouches (modding resource only)
ADDED: Amphibious Assault Vest variants without MX pouches (modding resource only)
CHANGED
CHANGED: LPD now has memory points for helipad spots ("helipad_X_pos") to allow AI to land more precisely
CHANGED: CSAT Urban Crewman now uses correct Urban camo helmet
CHANGED: CSAT Urban Crewman now uses correct black Diplomat
CHANGED: OPFOR Gendarmerie faction now also has access to Gyra AFVs
CHANGED: Reduced armor value on Gyra from 200 to 180
CHANGED: OPFOR texture on Gyra renamed to Hex in Virtual Garage
CHANGED: Removed faction restrictions from Olive and Sand Gyra camos
CHANGED: AAV-9 turret can now be hidden via script
CHANGED: MJTF Camo liveries now all have the appropriate roundel
FIXED
FIXED: Gyra autocannon muzzleflash not working
FIXED: Gyra muzzleflash not hiding correctly when destroyed
FIXED: Hunter muzzleflash not hiding correctly when destroyed
FIXED: LPD custom name attribute now has correct tooltip
FIXED: Removed erroneous duplicates of certain static weapons from Virtual Garage
FIXED: Gyra Mortar reload sound was not playing outside of close firemode
FIXED: UH-80 Stub Wing duplicates appearing in Virtual Garage
FIXED: Updated CfgAddons class with missing entries
FIXED: MX SW Coyote groundholder now appears under Machine Guns like vanilla weapons
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Expeditionary Forces
ACTIVITY: Update 1.2
SIZE: ~1.4 GB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2647830/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Expeditionary_Forces
Changelog
ADDED
ADDED: QAV-80 Harpy UCAV
ADDED: MX with vertical grip
ADDED: CSAT Urban Hex Crewman helmet
ADDED: APDS magazines for Hunter/Gyra 30mm autocannon
ADDED: MJTF Camo livery for UCAV Sentinel
ADDED: CDF livery for Gyra
ADDED: Commando Chest Rig model variants with closed pouches (modding resource only)
ADDED: Amphibious Assault Vest variants without MX pouches (modding resource only)
CHANGED
CHANGED: LPD now has memory points for helipad spots ("helipad_X_pos") to allow AI to land more precisely
CHANGED: CSAT Urban Crewman now uses correct Urban camo helmet
CHANGED: CSAT Urban Crewman now uses correct black Diplomat
CHANGED: OPFOR Gendarmerie faction now also has access to Gyra AFVs
CHANGED: Reduced armor value on Gyra from 200 to 180
CHANGED: OPFOR texture on Gyra renamed to Hex in Virtual Garage
CHANGED: Removed faction restrictions from Olive and Sand Gyra camos
CHANGED: AAV-9 turret can now be hidden via script
CHANGED: MJTF Camo liveries now all have the appropriate roundel
FIXED
FIXED: Gyra autocannon muzzleflash not working
FIXED: Gyra muzzleflash not hiding correctly when destroyed
FIXED: Hunter muzzleflash not hiding correctly when destroyed
FIXED: LPD custom name attribute now has correct tooltip
FIXED: Removed erroneous duplicates of certain static weapons from Virtual Garage
FIXED: Gyra Mortar reload sound was not playing outside of close firemode
FIXED: UH-80 Stub Wing duplicates appearing in Virtual Garage
FIXED: Updated CfgAddons class with missing entries
FIXED: MX SW Coyote groundholder now appears under Machine Guns like vanilla weapons
Over 12 years since its release, Arma 3 has evolved the Armaverse into a vast array of content. Widely regarded as the premier military sandbox on PC, it has an incredibly active and vibrant player and modding community that still continues to thrive after all these years.
For players deploying into Arma 3 for the first time, we are excited to announce the definitive gateways to the Armaverse: Arma 3 Gold Edition and Arma 3 Platinum Edition.
Both Editions contain the base game, the Apex and Contact Expansions, the Karts DLC, and exclusive digital content. The Platinum Edition additionally contains all official DLC created by Bohemia Interactive since the game's release in 2013.
Get a head start on exploring the most comprehensive and immersive military sandbox ever created, and find out why Arma 3 still remains the gold standard for the genre over a decade since its release.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/
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Check out some fantastic Arma 3 community content ⤵️
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The first Community Radar of 2026 is here!
Check out some brilliant Arma 3 community content 👇
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Another Arma 3 Weeklong Sale is here! Get Arma 3 for 75 % off and its DLCs for up to 67% off! The sale runs from January 26 - February 2.Arma 3 base game - 80% offArma 3 DLC and Expansions - up to 67% offReinforce your Arma 3 game with additional terrains, factions, weapons, vehicles, gear, campaigns, scenarios, and more.
Arma 3 Creator DLC - up to 60% off
Expand your Arma 3 experience even further with Creator DLC packs made by external third-party developers.
For even more in-game assets, scenarios, mods, and other types of content, visit the Arma 3 Steam Workshop, Here you'll find 150,000+ free Workshop items shared by talented community content creators.
To get in touch with other members in our community, you can always jump into the Arma Discord server, head over to the r/arma subreddit and Bohemia forums, or join one of thousands of community groups via Arma 3 Units.
Finally, be sure to follow Arma Platform on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and right here on Steam!
Arma 3 Creator DLC - up to 60% off
Expand your Arma 3 experience even further with Creator DLC packs made by external third-party developers.
For even more in-game assets, scenarios, mods, and other types of content, visit the Arma 3 Steam Workshop, Here you'll find 150,000+ free Workshop items shared by talented community content creators.
To get in touch with other members in our community, you can always jump into the Arma Discord server, head over to the r/arma subreddit and Bohemia forums, or join one of thousands of community groups via Arma 3 Units.
Finally, be sure to follow Arma Platform on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and right here on Steam!
The Steam Winter Sale 2025 has arrived! ❄️
Pick up Arma 3 for yourself or a friend at 75% off or its DLCs and CDLCs for up to 67% off!
Arma Reforger, with vast island maps, meticulously recreated Cold War assets, and stunning graphics is also on sale for 30% off!
The sale runs from December 18 - January 5. ⏳
Arma 3 base game - 75% off
Arma 3 DLC and Expansions - up to 67% off
Reinforce your Arma 3 game with additional terrains, factions, weapons, vehicles, gear, campaigns, scenarios, and more.
Arma 3 Creator DLC - up to 60% off
Expand your Arma 3 experience even further with Creator DLC packs made by external third-party developers.
For even more in-game assets, scenarios, mods, and other types of content, visit the Arma 3 Steam Workshop, Here you'll find 160,000+ free Workshop items shared by talented community content creators.
To get in touch with other members in our community, you can always jump into the Arma Discord server, head over to the r/arma subreddit and Bohemia forums, or join one of thousands of community groups via Arma 3 Units.
Finally, be sure to follow Arma Platform on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and right here on Steam!
Enjoy our final Community Radar of 2025!
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FROM: Rotators Collective
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Western Sahara
ACTIVITY: Update 1.1.8 Hotfix
SIZE: ~4 MB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1681170/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Western_Sahara/
Changelog
DATA
FIXED: Erroneous reload animation with the SA-77 weapon.
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Western Sahara
ACTIVITY: Update 1.1.8 Hotfix
SIZE: ~4 MB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1681170/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Western_Sahara/
Changelog
DATA
FIXED: Erroneous reload animation with the SA-77 weapon.
FROM: Rotators Collective
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Western Sahara
ACTIVITY: Update 1.1.7
SIZE: ~2.7 GB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1681170/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Western_Sahara/
Changelog
DATA
ADDED: Offroad (Zu-23) variant for the Tura and FIA factions
ADDED: Zu-23 texture variants (Black, Beige, SFIA2, White)
FIXED: Side window on the Offroad (Desert) variant wouldn't hide correctly on destruction
FIXED: Replaced old legacy Arma 2 environment map paths with Arma 3 files
FIXED: IK issue with right weapon hand on reloading
FIXED: Visible hole in the Galat and Velko rifle internals
FIXED: BLUFOR Gendarmerie Marid (HMG) wasn't showing up in Zeus
FIXED: Independent Tura infantry groups wouldn't show up in Zeus
FIXED: Small shadow issues on ION / Contractor uniform pants
FIXED: Wound material on long sleeve SFIA uniform would not show up
FIXED: Zu-23 was missing Turret/Gun hitpoints, which made it impossible to destroy the rotation mechanics
TWEAKED: Replaced all weapon hand animations
TWEAKED: Velko 50rnd magazine shape improvements
TWEAKED: Overhauled 12 Gauge HE shell particle effect
MISSIONS
EXTRACTION
ADDED: Offroad (Zu-23) to enemy vehicle pool
ADDED: Various new scenery compositions
FIXED: Despawning of Quilin in CSAT base
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Western Sahara
ACTIVITY: Update 1.1.7
SIZE: ~2.7 GB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1681170/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Western_Sahara/
Changelog
DATA
ADDED: Offroad (Zu-23) variant for the Tura and FIA factions
ADDED: Zu-23 texture variants (Black, Beige, SFIA2, White)
FIXED: Side window on the Offroad (Desert) variant wouldn't hide correctly on destruction
FIXED: Replaced old legacy Arma 2 environment map paths with Arma 3 files
FIXED: IK issue with right weapon hand on reloading
FIXED: Visible hole in the Galat and Velko rifle internals
FIXED: BLUFOR Gendarmerie Marid (HMG) wasn't showing up in Zeus
FIXED: Independent Tura infantry groups wouldn't show up in Zeus
FIXED: Small shadow issues on ION / Contractor uniform pants
FIXED: Wound material on long sleeve SFIA uniform would not show up
FIXED: Zu-23 was missing Turret/Gun hitpoints, which made it impossible to destroy the rotation mechanics
TWEAKED: Replaced all weapon hand animations
TWEAKED: Velko 50rnd magazine shape improvements
TWEAKED: Overhauled 12 Gauge HE shell particle effect
MISSIONS
EXTRACTION
ADDED: Offroad (Zu-23) to enemy vehicle pool
ADDED: Various new scenery compositions
FIXED: Despawning of Quilin in CSAT base
FROM: Rotators Collective
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Reaction Forces
ACTIVITY: Update 1.0.5
SIZE: ~2.7 GB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2647760/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Reaction_Forces/
Changelog
DATA
FIXED: VRCO-S pistol optic model issue in 3rd person
FIXED: Pickup headlights (light mesh element) would turn invisible in LOD1
FIXED: RC40 drone was removed by the garbage collector even though it was still alive
FIXED: RC40 drone model weight wasn't centered correctly
FIXED: Non-working camo selection in Guerilla Combat Uniform
FIXED: Spotlight On/Off user action wasn't showing up on the Pickup (AA) variant
TWEAKED: Pickup headlight and spotlights have been visually improved
TWEAKED: Veles bullet performance improved slightly for better longer range combat
TWEAKED: Replaced weapon hand animations for the H6 and Veles rifles
TWEAKED: Slightly reduced the audio signature / AI reaction range for the RC40 drones
MISSIONS
AIR CONTROL
FIXED: Save & Load didn't updated JIP player variables correctly
TO: Arma 3 Creator DLC Users
UNIT: Reaction Forces
ACTIVITY: Update 1.0.5
SIZE: ~2.7 GB
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2647760/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Reaction_Forces/
Changelog
DATA
FIXED: VRCO-S pistol optic model issue in 3rd person
FIXED: Pickup headlights (light mesh element) would turn invisible in LOD1
FIXED: RC40 drone was removed by the garbage collector even though it was still alive
FIXED: RC40 drone model weight wasn't centered correctly
FIXED: Non-working camo selection in Guerilla Combat Uniform
FIXED: Spotlight On/Off user action wasn't showing up on the Pickup (AA) variant
TWEAKED: Pickup headlight and spotlights have been visually improved
TWEAKED: Veles bullet performance improved slightly for better longer range combat
TWEAKED: Replaced weapon hand animations for the H6 and Veles rifles
TWEAKED: Slightly reduced the audio signature / AI reaction range for the RC40 drones
MISSIONS
AIR CONTROL
FIXED: Save & Load didn't updated JIP player variables correctly
Our Steam Back Catalogue Sale has returned for an encore!
Pick up Arma 3 for yourself or a friend at 75% off or its DLCs and CDLCs for up to 67% off!
The sale runs from December 1 - 8. ⏳
Arma 3 base game - 75% off
Arma 3 DLC and Expansions - up to 67% off
Reinforce your Arma 3 game with additional terrains, factions, weapons, vehicles, gear, campaigns, scenarios, and more.
Arma 3 Creator DLC - up to 60% off
Expand your Arma 3 experience even further with Creator DLC packs made by external third-party developers.
For even more in-game assets, scenarios, mods, and other types of content, visit the Arma 3 Steam Workshop, Here you'll find 160,000+ free Workshop items shared by talented community content creators.
To get in touch with other members in our community, you can always jump into the Arma Discord server, head over to the r/arma subreddit and Bohemia forums, or join one of thousands of community groups via Arma 3 Units.
Finally, be sure to follow Arma Platform on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and right here on Steam!
Publisher Bohemia Interactive and third-party developer Tiny Gecko Studios have released a content update for Arma 3 Creator DLC: Expeditionary Forces just in time for its one year anniversary!
Update 1.1 brings new vehicles, weapons, equipment, features, as well as various fixes and improvements.
UPDATE HIGHLIGHTS
New content:
- Gyra Armored Fighting Vehicle with Unarmed, IFV, AA, HMG, and Mortar variants
- Diplomat 9mm SMG with suppressor attachment
- CSAT Guard Motorized Infantry groups
- Camo liveries for the AH-99, CH-67, F/A-181, UH-80, and V-44X
- AAF and Grey LCC-1 liveries
- Support Provider Cruise Missile module
- Animated Intro and Outro for the Resolute Cyclone campaign
Various fixes and quality-of-life improvements
You can read the full changelog for Update 1.1 here.
The CDLC is available for purchase on the Steam Store.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2647830/Arma_3_Creator_DLC_Expeditionary_Forces/
We hope you enjoy this free update!
Bohemia Interactive & Tiny Gecko Studios
Creator DLC is a label for original Arma 3 projects made by third-party developers and published by Bohemia Interactive. This program enables external talent to earn a financial reward for their work, while players get to enjoy more quality content. For more information, please visit the Arma 3 website.