Kill Russians, win points: Is Ukraine's new drone scheme gamifying war?
Published: 7/18/2025

Ukraine's new drone scheme, dubbed "Army of Drones: Bonus" or "e-points," allows soldiers to earn points for each Russian soldier or equipment they kill or destroy. The points can be exchanged for equipment, motivating frontline units exhausted by years of war. While some see the system as effective and motivating, others raise concerns about its impact on soldier behavior and morality. Ukraine's Minister of Digital Transformation highlights the scheme's focus on data-driven military strategy and innovation in the face of numerical disadvantages in the ongoing conflict.