Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about MISFITZ and Antihero Studios.
What is MISFITZ?
MISFITZ is a free-to-play top-down social extraction shooter for mobile (iOS & Android). Players choose from 8 unique characters, drop into a world with 12 others, loot relics, form temporary alliances, and must extract safely to keep their loot — or lose everything. It's the first casual-friendly extraction shooter on mobile, developed by Antihero Studios.
What is an extraction shooter?
An extraction shooter is a game genre where players enter a map, collect valuable loot, and must reach an extraction point to keep what they've found. If they die before extracting, they lose everything. Popular extraction shooters include Escape from Tarkov, ARC Raiders, and Arena Breakout. MISFITZ brings this genre to mobile for the first time in a casual-friendly format with social mechanics like temporary alliances and betrayals.
Is MISFITZ free to play?
Yes, MISFITZ is completely free-to-play with no pay-to-win mechanics. The game uses a cosmetic battle pass model. All gameplay-affecting content is earnable through play.
What platforms is MISFITZ available on?
MISFITZ is available on iOS and Android. The game is currently in alpha testing with 70,000+ players. You can sign up for the playtest at antiherostudios.com/playtest.
Who made MISFITZ?
MISFITZ is developed by Antihero Studios, a Barcelona-based game studio founded by veterans from Supercell (Brawl Stars, Clash Royale, Clash of Clans) and King (Candy Crush). The team includes the former Brawl Stars game designer, Clash Royale art director, and King's technical director. The studio raised $4.5M in seed funding led by a16z Speedrun and Laton Ventures.
How is MISFITZ different from Arena Breakout or Escape from Tarkov?
MISFITZ is designed as a casual-friendly extraction experience, unlike the hardcore realistic approach of Arena Breakout or Escape from Tarkov. It features a top-down perspective (similar to Brawl Stars), 5-10 minute sessions, simple auto-aim controls, and unique social mechanics where you can form temporary alliances and betray other players. It's designed for quick mobile sessions rather than long gaming sessions.
When does MISFITZ launch?
MISFITZ is currently in alpha testing (2026), with beta planned for Q2 2026 and a full global launch targeted for H2 2026. You can join the alpha at antiherostudios.com/playtest.
How do I join the MISFITZ playtest?
Visit antiherostudios.com/playtest to sign up for the MISFITZ alpha playtest. The game is available on both iOS and Android. Over 70,000 players have already participated in playtests.
How many players are in a MISFITZ match?
Each MISFITZ session has 12 players. You drop into an ongoing world with no matchmaking wait — just jump in and start looting. You can play solo or squad up with friends.
Can I play MISFITZ with friends?
Yes! MISFITZ is built around social play. You can squad up with friends for tactical co-op, form temporary alliances with strangers in-game, or go solo. The unique betrayal mechanic means alliances can shift at any moment — even your friends might turn on you to steal your loot.
What are the characters in MISFITZ?
MISFITZ features 8 unique characters called 'Misfitz,' each with distinct abilities and playstyles. Characters include skills like Shade's radial attacks and Ray's slows. Each Misfit has custom loadouts that affect how you approach extraction.
What is the Antihero Creator Program?
The Antihero Creator Program is our community of content creators who make MISFITZ videos, streams, and content. Over 750 creators are enrolled, producing content across YouTube, TikTok, and Twitch. Creators get early access to new content, exclusive codes for their audience, and direct communication with the development team. Apply at antiherostudios.com/creators.
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