What's New in Gamearena

Stay up to date with the latest Gamearena releases, features, and improvements.

0.8.13 — September 2026 Release

New Gamepad Driver — Rebuilt driver for improved controller compatibility and responsiveness. → Connect Gamepad Guide
Gamepad Feedback — Added haptic/rumble feedback support for supported controllers. → Connect Gamepad Guide
Runs as a Windows Service — The host now installs and runs as a Windows service for more reliable background operation and automatic startup.
Host UI Update — Admins can now approve or reject join requests directly from the client.
Client UX Improvements — Refreshed host interface, including a smoother flow for adding and kicking users during a session.
10-Bit Color Compatibility — Improved handling for 10-bit color output.
Performance & Stability — General performance and stability improvements.
Bug Fixes — Resolved several session-related issues. → Sessions Guide