Escape from Tarkov
In short: Escape from Tarkov is an action game released in 2017 by Battlestate Games, available on PC. Our score: 8.0/10 (worth buying, especially on sale). Lowest price we found right now: $37.44.
The most hardcore survival FPS
Escape from Tarkov is the hardcore tactical shooter that redefined the extraction genre. As a mercenary trapped in the war-torn Norvinsk region, plan raids into dangerous maps, engage AI Scavs and enemy players, and extract with valuable loot to upgrade your hideout and arsenal. With hyper-realistic ballistics, medical systems, weapon modding with hundreds of attachments, and a punishing risk-reward loop where death means losing everything, Tarkov creates unmatched tension and adrenaline in every raid.
Game details
- Developer: Battlestate Games
- Publisher: Battlestate Games
- Release year: 2017
- Platforms: PC
- Category: action
Our review
Escape from Tarkov is a hardcore tactical shooter like no other. Every raid is extreme tension - expensive gear on the line. Realistic shooting, inventory management, and looting create an addictive experience for those willing to invest.
Pros
- Most realistic shooting on the market
- Addictive loot mechanic
- Excellently designed maps
- Enormous tactical depth
- Perfect risk-reward feeling
Cons
- Very steep learning curve
- Bugs and server issues
- Hackers
- Still in beta after years
FAQ
- Is Tarkov realistic?
- Yes, one of the most realistic tactical FPS games with complex ballistics and health systems.
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Last updated: 01/04/2026