# Drone : Shadow Strike 3

> Command elite combat drones. Master tactical air strikes and modern warfare.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.reliancegames.drones3](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.reliancegames.drones3)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.reliancegames.drones3`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Reliance Games
- **Category:** GAME\_ACTION
- **Downloads:** 4,780,132
- **Rating:** 4.05 / 5 (27,213 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.26.161
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-25
- **First published:** 2019-07-23
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 1.15 GB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-06
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.reliancegames.drones3)
- **Website:** [https://www.reliancegames.com](https://www.reliancegames.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.reliancegames.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.reliancegames.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

**Drone Shadow Strike 3: Unleash Tactical Drone Warfare**

Step into the cockpit of the world's deadliest drones in Drone Shadow Strike 3, the ultimate air combat simulation. Command precision UCAVs through 49 intense missions and 8 real-world inspired campaigns, utilizing an arsenal of rockets, missiles, bombs, and advanced targeting systems. Experience realistic drone warfare with dynamic FLIR Thermal and Dash-cam views, immersive graphics, and cinematic kill-cam finishers.

Engage in thrilling real-time PvP battles in Arms Race Mode and participate in live events based on real-world conflicts. Become a Master General by climbing the ranks and proving your aerial supremacy across dynamic terrains, weather conditions, and hostile zones. Optimized for tablets with intuitive touch controls, this free-to-play game offers continuous updates including Zombie events. Ready your drones and lead the global resistance to victory!

## Rankings

- #24,955 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.reliancegames.drones3.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.reliancegames.drones3.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`

## Review summary

Reviews show Drone: Shadow Strike 3 as a solid and enjoyable shooter with strong potential, praising its gameplay, drones, and upgrade options. However, users repeatedly complain about intrusive ads, progress syncing bugs, monetization pressure, limited graphics options, and currency/reward issues, which undermine the experience. The game has a strong core but reliability and monetization frustrations risk turning off players before they become long-term fans.

### Pros

- Engaging, enjoyable gameplay that keeps players coming back
- Positive reception of the game's design and polish (praises like great job, awesome, marvelous)
- Depth of content with XP, upgrades, drones, and special weapons
- Strong overall sentiment and potential for long-term play

### Cons

- Excessive ads and pop-ups that disrupt gameplay
- Progress syncing issues and lost progress when switching devices or reinstalling
- Monetization concerns and pay-to-win feel (upgrading requiring real money)
- Graphics quality issues or limited graphics options on some devices
- Currency/rewards bugs (gold not credited or lost rewards)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.reliancegames.drones3)