What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose
Lifetime units: ~25.7k
(P10–P90: 10.3k – 56.4k)
Gross revenue: ~$210k
(P10–P90: $84.1k – $462k)
Estimate, method v1.0 — before Steam's ~30% share, refunds and VAT. The band approximates where about 8 in 10 comparable games land in published studies; some sit outside it. Our own hit rate goes on the accuracy ledger once measured. How we estimate
Estimates are statistical inferences from public data. They are not sourced from Valve or the developer and may deviate materially from actual results. Do not rely on them for investment or contractual decisions. As of Oct 2, 2026.
Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model
Gameplay & mechanics90% positive · 39 mentions
“This doesn't have a lot of polish and the ai is brain dead but the gameplay scratches a few itches for me; having the pilot be an independent vulnerable asset is fun. Right now it feels very arcade-y with infinite ammunition and drones…”
Recommended · Steam review · Dec 2025 · 2 h played · Report / request removalVisuals & audio86% positive · 35 mentions
Content & longevity91% positive · 35 mentions
“Great Game! please develop it further, add more content like upgrading the drone in speed, carrying, distance, bombs.... also would be cool to pickup dropped guns to shoot close soldiers and maybe be able to loot them. this game has a lot…”
Recommended · Steam review · Mar 2026 · 3 h played · Report / request removalPrice & value78% positive · 27 mentions
“Play as a drone pilot trapped behind Russian lines, and fight your way out. A short but fun game sold for very cheap on sale. Easter Eggs scattered around the play area are good for some laughs. It took me about 3 hours to finish, and it…”
Recommended · Steam review · Aug 2025 · 4 h played · Report / request removalControls & UI91% positive · 22 mentions
“Slava Ukraini! Heroiam slava! To be clear, this game is less about the gameplay and more a way to support Ukraine's fight for independence from Russia. The game is very much an amalgamation of everything culturally related to Ukraine's…”
Recommended · Steam review · Sep 2025 · 9 h played · Report / request removalPerformance & stability84% positive · 19 mentions
“I'm over an hour in, and there have been no glitches, the controls are smooth, the game is easy to learn, and there are lots of little easter eggs to find. Oh yeah...there's also bombing an invading army from above. What's not to love?”
Recommended · Steam review · Sep 2025 · 1 h played · Report / request removalStory & writing76% positive · 17 mentions
“Death From Above, developed by Rockodile and published by Lesser Evil, stands out as a deeply immersive and thought-provoking take on the drone warfare simulation genre, set against the backdrop of the real-world conflict in Ukraine. The…”
Recommended · Steam review · Sep 2025 · 17 h played · Report / request removal302 recent English reviews stored · topics keyword-matched · topics under 12 mentions stay hidden · methodology
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