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Retrograde Arena

Developed by Freemergency · Published by Neon Doctrine, Raw Fury

ActionIndieFree To Play
StatusOut now ReleaseMay 28, 2020 PriceFree to play

At a glance

PlatformsWindows
ModesSingle-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, LAN PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Shared/Split Screen
PriceFree to play
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Languages6
Achievements60
DLC3

Overview

An action, indie, free to play game by Freemergency, published by Neon Doctrine — single-player, multi-player, pvp, online pvp.

Steam’s own one-line description: “Retrograde Arena is a multiplayer twin stick shooter where bullets don’t kill. Use weapons, physics, and your Drone to push, pull, and blast your foes into deadly surroundings in this skill-based shooter action title that redefines physics-based action.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Reception & community

Steam reviewsVery Positive — 94% positive of 515
Owners (est.)50000 – 100000
Player-voted tags:Bullet HellTwin Stick ShooterShoot 'Em UpTop-Down ShooterPvPArcadeShooterCharacter Customization2.5DCyberpunkVehicular CombatAction

Review sentiment, ownership and peak-concurrent estimates via SteamSpy; tags are player-voted on Steam. Estimates change over time.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Retrograde Arena.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerYes
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPYes
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportYes
Partial controller supportNo
Steam Cloud savesYes
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel Pentium G4560
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel HD 4600
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 300 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: For Low Settings, 720p, 30 fps

Recommended

  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 Quad Core
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Nvidia GTX 1050 and equivalent
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 300 MB available space
  • Additional Notes: For High Settings, 1080p, 60 fps

Supported languages (6)

EnglishJapanesePortuguese - BrazilRussianSimplified ChineseTraditional Chinese

Retrograde Arena FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is Retrograde Arena?

Steam classifies Retrograde Arena as a Action, Indie, Free To Play game, developed by Freemergency. Retrograde Arena is a multiplayer twin stick shooter where bullets don’t kill. Use weapons, physics, and your Drone to push, pull, and blast your foes into deadly surroundings in this skill-based shooter action title that redefines physics-based action.

Is Retrograde Arena free to play?

Yes — Steam lists Retrograde Arena as Free to Play.

Is Retrograde Arena single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for Retrograde Arena: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, LAN PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Shared/Split Screen. It supports both solo and multiplayer.

Is Retrograde Arena on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Retrograde Arena for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is Retrograde Arena out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of May 28, 2020.

What platforms is Retrograde Arena on?

Retrograde Arena is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is Retrograde Arena single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, LAN PvP, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Shared/Split Screen.

How much does Retrograde Arena cost?

It's free to play, per Steam.

Does Retrograde Arena have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 60 achievements for Retrograde Arena.

Who made Retrograde Arena?

Retrograde Arena is developed by Freemergency and published by Neon Doctrine, Raw Fury.

Where to get Retrograde Arena

We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.

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