RAID: Shadow Legends

RPG· Turn-Based Combat· Loot· Dark Fantasy

Released Jan 2024

RAID: Shadow Legends is a free-to-play collection RPG with 800+ playable Champions and 8 game modes. Heed the Arbiter's call and defend the dark fantasy world of Teleria.

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Released, ongoing live service game

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Released, ongoing live service game

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Live Service

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Steam Free

Evaluation

RAID: Shadow Legends is a free-to-play collection RPG designed to receive content continuously and indefinitely. The store description explicitly promises a "stream of updates," and the game's structure — rotating events, seasonal rewards, new champion summons, collaboration events, subscription Raid Cards, and expanding game modes — confirms this is a live service by design. The developer has maintained an extremely active update cadence in 2026. Major and feature updates have shipped approximately every four to six weeks: Version 11.20.0 on February 4, Version 11.30.0 on March 4, Version 11.40.0 on April 1, Version 11.50.0 on May 6, Version 11.60.0 on June 3, Version 11.65.0 on July 2, and Version 11.70.0 on August 5, 2026. The August 5 update introduced new Anomalous Accessories gear, a new group of Legendary Relics (Coalescence), and gear storage expansion — substantial new systems, not just maintenance. Additionally, a developer digest published on August 7, 2026 previews upcoming content: a Mercurial Set rebalance is explicitly planned for September 2026, and new in-game events such as the Champion Proving Grounds (which opened August 10, 2026) and a new Clan vs Clan Tournament are confirmed. The game also expanded its subscription model in April 2026 with two new Raid Card tiers (Platinum and Diamond), signaling continued investment in the game's monetization and live operations infrastructure. There is no indication from the developer of any plans to wind down content for this title.

Evidence

Developer digest announces a Mercurial Set rebalance explicitly planned for September 2026, plus the Champion Proving Grounds dungeon opening August 10 and an upcoming Clan vs Clan Tournament — confirming active development and near-term planned content.

news post · Aug 7, 2026 source content planned

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Version 11.70.0 launched, introducing Anomalous Accessories (a new gear type), Coalescence Relics (a new Legendary relic group with faction-specific abilities), and expanded gear storage slots — substantial new systems added to the game.

news post · Aug 5, 2026 source content shipped

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RAID: Shadow Legends Soundtrack

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Developer

Plarium Global Ltd

Publisher

Plarium Global Ltd

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Platform

Windows

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Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player · Multiplayer · PvP

RPG Turn-Based Combat Loot Dark Fantasy Party-Based RPG PvE Isometric Turn-Based Strategy Asynchronous Multiplayer Tactical RPG 3D Fantasy Creature Collector Mythology Free to Play

About this game

IGRS 13+

The realm of Teleria trembles beneath the shadow of the Dark Lord Siroth. You have been called upon by the Arbiter, the immortal guardian of Teleria, to stop him. Heed the call!

Dive into a deep turn-based RPG with 8 exciting game modes and extensive character customization. Enjoy a story-driven campaign, competitive PvP clashes with players from across the world, and constant new challenges with our stream of updates.

KEY GAME FEATURES

SUMMON 800+ CHAMPIONS

Collect hundreds of unique Champions from 16 playable factions and combine them into unstoppable teams to take down your enemies. Dark elves, Ogryn warlords, Lizardmen, and more can all join your ranks – if you earn their loyalty.

MASTER TACTICAL TURN-BASED GAMEPLAY

Kit out your Champions with epic gear you loot along the way and customize their masteries for millions of possible builds. Level up your team and play them your way, unleashing a barrage of powerful skills and game-changing support abilities.

PROVE YOURSELF IN 3 PvP MODES

Enter the Arena and go head-to-head with other players to unlock special gear and climb up the leaderboards. Then, really put your skills to the test in real-time PvP battles with Live Arena.

EXPLORE ENGAGING PvE CONTENT

Tear your way through a visually stunning campaign accompanied by a rich, fully-voiced dark fantasy narrative. Conquer the forces of Darkness as well as 13 challenging Dungeon bosses, fast-paced Faction Wars, and the notorious Doom Tower to earn valuable loot.

TEAM UP WITH FRIENDS

Join forces with your fellow players to take on Clan Bosses for exclusive gear, Shards to summon new Champions, and more. Once you’re strong enough, you can also compete against 4 other Clans in the epic Hydra Clash.

GET LOST IN THE LORE

Learn about the inhabitants of Teleria through their unique backstories as well as the world itself. Immerse yourself even further by checking out the animated limited series RAID: Call of the Arbiter on YouTube.