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ZEG · Published by Designer Dad Games
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
A survivors-like arena roguelite. Pilot a drone, stack weapons and upgrades into absurd builds, and hold out against waves of mechas until the timer runs out. Every run ends. Every run teaches.
Action, Early Access · 2026 · More free games
About this game
Fly. Stack. Die. Repeat.
Drone Arena is a survivors-like arena roguelite. You pilot a combat
drone into a sealed arena, hold out against escalating waves of hostile
machines, and build a loadout powerful enough to survive the clock.
There are no checkpoints. Every run is a fresh attempt at a better build.
Builds That Break the Arena
Ten weapons. Seven drone bodies. Each body changes how you fly, what you
can carry, and which weapons it wants. Items and power-ups drop mid-run,
and the interesting decision is never "which is strongest" — it's which
combination turns your drone into something the arena wasn't designed
to handle.
The Arena Fights Back
Waves escalate, world events reshape the fight mid-run, and bosses arrive
to punish builds that only do one thing well. Survive to the end of the
timer and the next arena opens up.
Short Runs, Long Nights
A run takes minutes. Learning why it ended takes one more. Drone Arena
is built around the moment you close the results screen and immediately
start again with a different plan.
Bring a Wingman
Take the arena on with a friend. Two drones, two builds, twice as much
going wrong at once.
Try It First
The demo is live right now. Play a few runs, then wishlist Drone Arena
to get notified the moment the full version launches.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10 / Windows 11
- Processor: Intel Core i5 @ 2.5 GHz or equivalent
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVidia GeForce GTX 1650
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 / Windows 11
- Processor: Intel Core i5 @ 3.0 GHz or AMD Ryzen 5 or equivalent
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: RTX 2070 SUPER or Similar
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Drone Arena Demo Upgrade is LIVE!
Pilots, it’s time to head back into the arena!We've just rolled out a brand-new update for the Drone Arena demo, packed with fresh content and massive improvements. Whether you are returning to test your skills or jumping in for the very first time, there is plenty of new action waiting for you.Here is what you can expect in this major demo update:Revamped Arena Visuals: We've upgraded the environment! Experience the combat zone with a brand-new, polished look and improved lighting.New Enemy Types: The swarm just got deadlier. We’ve introduced challenging new enemy variants that will test your reflexes and force you to adapt your strategies.Fresh Items & Loot: Expand your loadout! Discover new items during your runs to give your drone the ultimate edge it needs to survive.General Polish: Various bug fixes, smoother gameplay, and under-the-hood optimizations for a better overall experience.Jump into the demo now to check out all the changes! Don't forget to share your feedback in the Community Hub and Wishlist the game to support our development.Read full article on Community Announcements (SenseiLord)AnnouncementsOfficial
Drone Arena - Demo Live Play
Hey everyone!To celebrate the launch of our playable demo, I am going to be broadcasting Drone Arena live right here on our Steam page!Whether you've already played the demo or you are just checking it out for the first time, I would love for you to drop by and hang out. I’ll be piloting the drone, trying out different weapon combinations, and doing my best to survive the mecha hordes up to Wave 10.What to expect during the stream:Live Gameplay: Watch me try to break my own game by stacking as many weapons and power-ups as possible.Dev Chat: I will be keeping an eye on the chat, so feel free to ask me anything! We can talk about the gameplay, my experience developing this in Godot, or what I have planned for the full release.Feedback Session: If you have played the demo, hop into the chat and tell me what you think. Your live feedback is incredibly valuable for the future of the game.Grab a snack, join the broadcast, and tell me which weapons I should equip next. If you haven't tried the game yourself yet, you can download the free demo right now from our store page.See you in the chat and in the arena!Read full article on Community Announcements (SenseiLord)AnnouncementsOfficial
Demo Announcement!
Hey everyone!We are absolutely thrilled to finally share the Drone Arena Demo with you! We wanted to get this build into your hands right away so you can experience the chaotic, fast-paced fun we’ve been working so hard on. But more importantly, we want to hear from you. As an indie team, your feedback is our most valuable asset.What's in the Demo? For this demo, we've prepared a special slice of the action. You'll be able to battle your way up to Wave 10, allowing you to get a solid feel for the core gameplay loop. To keep things balanced and focused, we've narrowed down the pool of available gear. You'll have access to a curated selection of:DronesWeaponsItemsIt’s just a taste of the massive combinations and builds you'll see in the full release, but there is plenty of room to experiment, blow things up, and find your favorite playstyle!We Need Your Feedback! Did a weapon feel too weak? Was a wave too crazy? Or did you just have a blast? Please let us know! Drop your thoughts, suggestions, and bug reports in the Steam Discussions \varsa link ekleyebilirsin]. We are building this game for you, and your ideas will directly help us shape the final version.Jump in, try to survive Wave 10, and have fun! If you enjoy the demo, adding us to your Wishlist is the biggest way you can support our small team.See you in the arena!Read full article on Community Announcements (SenseiLord)
