This massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) is set in a post-apocalyptic Fallout universe on PC. The game transports players to 2220, in and around Phoenix, Arizona, a location miraculously spared from complete destruction during the Great War of 2077. A section of Phoenix remained relatively untouched for nearly 150 years, and rumors of its intact buildings and abundant resources have begun to spread throughout the Wasteland, attracting various organizations and factions vying for control.

What is the core gameplay loop?

Players assume the role of Wastelanders drawn to Phoenix by the promise of food, adventure, and opportunity. Ashes of Phoenix emphasizes player-versus-player (PvP) interaction, encouraging both cooperation and competition. Players can choose to align themselves with various factions composed of both player characters and non-player characters.

Gameplay and Features

Gameplay involves exploring the Wasteland, gathering resources, crafting equipment, bartering for valuable items, and gaining experience to improve character skills and weapon proficiency. Players can form active cells within their chosen faction, explore the city of Phoenix and its underground areas, confront dangerous creatures, control resources, engage in diplomacy with rival factions, and battle for dominance over the city.

Setting and Story

The game is set in Phoenix, Arizona, around 2220. The city miraculously avoided global destruction during the Great War of 2077, and a well-preserved part of its center remained almost completely unnoticed for almost 150 years. Eventually, a rumor speaking of plentiful resources and intact buildings has spread into the Wasteland. Independent organizations showed up, preparing themselves for an unavoidable conflict with each other, while stronger forces remain hidden, waiting for the situation to evolve and give them the opportunity to achieve their objectives.

Factions and Conflict

As a Wastelander arriving in Phoenix, you'll have the opportunity to choose a faction composed of both Wasteland characters and other players. Within its ranks, you will explore the Wastes, gather resources, craft gear, barter precious items, and gain experience and weapon mastery. You’ll then be able to gather with your faction mates, create new active cells, explore the city and its undergrounds, face terrifying creatures, control resources, use diplomacy with other factions, and defeat your enemies to become the master of Phoenix.