Phoenix Point: Legacy of the Ancients, released in 2020, is a DLC for the strategy game Phoenix Point, available on PC (Microsoft Windows) and Mac. This downloadable content expands the base game's narrative and strategic depth by introducing a storyline centered around an ancient civilization that predates humanity.

Core Gameplay and Features

In Legacy of the Ancients, you explore ancient ruins scattered across the globe to uncover lost knowledge and technology from the Antediluvian civilization. Discovering these secrets unlocks a new line of weapons and technologies for the Phoenix Point organization, providing a strategic advantage against the alien Pandoravirus threat. The core gameplay loop involves tactical combat, strategic resource management, and exploration of new environments.

Story and Setting

The DLC delves into the mysteries of the Antediluvians, an ancient civilization that existed before modern humans. As you explore their ruins, you uncover the secrets of their technology and their fate. This exploration adds a layer of lore to the Phoenix Point universe, enriching the game's narrative.

New Challenges and Factions

The legacy of the Ancients is not unguarded. Players will face powerful guardians protecting these ancient sites, as well as new rival factions also seeking to control this precursor knowledge. This creates new conflicts and challenges within the existing Phoenix Point campaign, requiring you to adapt your strategies and tactics.

Integration with the Main Game

Legacy of the Ancients integrates directly into the main Phoenix Point campaign; it is not a standalone experience and requires the base game to play. The DLC adds new locations, enemies, research projects, and equipment, expanding upon the strategic and tactical options available. While not as expansive as the base game, it offers a significant addition to the Phoenix Point experience.

Content Additions

This DLC introduces several key additions to the base game:

New Locations

Explore ancient ruins and dig sites scattered around the world, each with unique challenges and rewards.

New Enemies

Face powerful guardians protecting the secrets of the Ancients, requiring new strategies and tactics to overcome.

New Research and Technology

Unlock a new line of weapons and technologies based on Antediluvian knowledge, providing a strategic advantage against the Pandoravirus.

How does this DLC change the main game experience?

Legacy of the Ancients enriches the main game by adding new layers of strategic depth and narrative intrigue. The addition of new locations, enemies, and technologies expands the tactical options available to the player, while the storyline surrounding the Antediluvians adds depth to the game's lore. The integration of new rival factions creates new conflicts and challenges, requiring players to adapt their strategies and tactics.