Escape from Tarkov

Escape from Tarkov is a PvPvE tactical shooter from Battletsate Games that is an evolution of the battle royale genre. Players must scavenge for equipment and supplies, then survive the map long enough to make their extraction point.

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Escape from Tarkov
Extraction Shooter
Survival
Systems
PC-1
Released
November 15, 2025
ESRB
m
Developer(s)
Battlestate Games
Publisher(s)
Battlestate Games
Engine
Unity
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WHERE TO PLAY

DIGITAL

Platform(s)
PC
Genre(s)
Extraction Shooter, Survival

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