Orb Arena guides

Last updated: November 4, 2026

Written by the Orb Arena team from how the game actually works. Start with the beginner strategy if you are new, then learn the Storm in detail.

• Beginner strategy for Orb Arena

  How to grow safely in your first minute, when to split, how to read rivals and how to finish higher in every round.

• How the Storm works and how to survive it

  The exact Storm timeline, how fast mass drains outside the ring, and positioning tactics for the final circles.

• Skins, trails and XP levels explained

  How XP is earned, how the level curve works, and the real unlock condition of every free skin and trail.

• How to split in .io games

  When to split, when not to, and how to defend against splits.

• 12 .io game tips for beginners

  Practical tips on movement, growing, threats and the Storm.

• Orb Arena Storm survival guide

  Read the ring, manage size and speed, and recover a bad position.