Is Tarkov Arena free?

Not verified. Check the Epic Games Store page for the current price.

Not confirmed. The studio head said in April 2025 that it would come to Steam, but no Steam page was found.

What modes does Arena have?

Wikipedia lists Blast Gang and Teamfight, a 5v5 round-based mode.

Escape from Tarkov: Arena Explained: Modes, Platforms, Differences

Escape from Tarkov: Arena is a separate multiplayer shooter from Battlestate Games. It began as a competitive spin-off in 2023, and it launched as its own product on the Epic Games Store on April 10, 2025, with a battle pass. Facts below were checked on October 9, 2026.

Key takeaways

Arena is a different game from Escape from Tarkov.
Matches are team fights in rounds, not long loot raids.
It is listed for Windows, and the Epic Games Store is the confirmed store.
A Steam release was promised by the studio head in April 2025, but a Steam page was not confirmed.

Escape from Tarkov 1.0 Release Gameplay Trailer · YouTube

Arena versus Tarkov

	Tarkov	Arena
Style	Extraction raids	Round-based team fights
Loot risk	Lose gear if you die	Round-based, no extraction
Session length	Many minutes per raid	Round-based matches
Steam	Yes (app 3932890)	Not confirmed

Modes

Wikipedia lists two modes: Blast Gang and Teamfight. Teamfight is a 5v5 gunfight played in rounds. It is built for fast, skill-based play and for streamers who want tight matches.

What is unclear

Wikipedia describes Arena as still in development, with a Unity 6 engine upgrade planned for April 2026 and a delayed second season. It was not verified the current price or whether the game is free. Check the store page before you install.

Why the split matters

Splitting Arena from the main game keeps Tarkov raids long and tense, while Arena can be tuned for balance and fast rounds. Check each game's own page for how progression works.

Who should play it?

If you enjoy Tarkov gunplay but not the long raids, Arena is a lighter option. Like the main game, it has realistic weapons, so it suits older teens and adults.