- Deep Rock Galactic arrives on mobile, or rather its spinoff, DRG: Survivor, does.
- Now available for pre‑registration on iOS and Android, it sends you solo into the depths of Hoxxes IV.
- Blast through waves of Glyphids and delve deeper to collect mineral loot and treasures.
A decade ago, the idea of a hit indie multiplayer shooter starring space dwarves would have seemed laughable. Yet Deep Rock Galactic has earned a loyal following, and this Survivors‑style spinoff is finally coming to iOS and Android this November—pre‑registration is already open!
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor has long been on my personal “why isn’t this on smartphones?” list. You play as a space dwarf on the lethal planet Hoxxes IV, overrun by alien Glyphids. Only the tough—and thoroughly pickled—miners of Deep Rock Galactic dare to plunder its riches.
While the original DRG focuses on four‑player co‑op in the spirit of Left 4 Dead, Survivor shifts to a top‑down auto‑shooter format. Your dwarf automatically fires at approaching Glyphids as you complete objectives, gather minerals, and push deeper for greater rewards.
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You’ll have plenty of ways to upgrade your chosen dwarf, from armor and weapons to equipment. Your trusty robotic sidekick, Bosco, will also watch your back as you mine.
Beyond the upgrades, you’ll explore Hoxxes IV’s lush, low‑poly biomes—from gloomy caves to the vivid Azure Weald and the downright annoying Magma Core.
As a longtime Deep Rock Galactic fan, I’m thrilled to try this mobile adaptation. At last, I’ll have another obsession besides Balatro!
For others, though, it may just be another contender in an already crowded genre. If you’re keen on top‑down bullet‑hell action, check out our list of the best mobile games like Vampire Survivors to see what else is out there.
