Quickly branded as “BDSM knee pads” by Reddit users, the armor has sparked a cocktail of disbelief, humor, and a handful of spirited defenses within the community. Some players have gone as far as comparing the leg gear to tactical corsets—only for the thighs.
“Are we serious right now?” queried one user, comparing the thigh-constricting guards to the infamous Converse “joots” (jean-boots). Meanwhile, other players have leaned into the absurdity, sharing mock-ups that lean further into high-fashion territory by pairing the suit with stockings and heels.
Another viral post joked that the outfit only truly “fits” once you remove the under-layers, leaving a muscle-revealing leather frame that looks more at home in a club than a battlefield. Even within professional circles, the look has proven divisive; initial curiosity often turns to bewilderment once the full silhouette is revealed.
While some players are genuinely happy with the provocative aesthetic, many who had been tracking this armor in early teasers expressed disappointment that the final version wasn’t a bit more grounded. Interestingly, the Abyss set allows users to toggle several components—like the helmet, oxygen tanks, and life vest—but the controversial leg-wear remains permanent. If nothing else, the discourse suggests that Arc Raiders’ visual identity still has plenty of room for experimentation.
Source: gamesradar.com
