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—Contenders: Arena is an exhilarating 3v3 shooter that takes you into a world of fast-paced action, strategic gameplay, and thrilling competition. Become the skilled pilot of a new kind of gladiator and prepare to engage in intense battles unlike anything you've experienced before!
Contenders: Arena
Steam
As a player, you take on the role of a pilot, and compete in a futuristic gameshow that pits mind-controlled robots - known as Gladiators - against each other in adrenaline-fueled matches, televised within the extended Contenders universe.
Attack and evade enemies with acrobatic maneuvers.


Choose from one of three Gladiators! Each Gladiator is unique and sponsored by one of the in-universe megacorporations.




Please note that the game is still in development and features are subject to change.
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