Payload

Payload is set in a fictional early 1980s, where the United States is under authoritarian rule and mega-corporations govern the nation. People in the lower class face harsh environments, prejudice and excessive crime. After leaving a small resistance group, you set out alone to overthrow Bullfrog, the most distinguished mega-corporation, by hacking into its systems with a computer and AI software named F0-N1A5.

Navigate the levels

You learn each level’s layout and move across individual tiles on the face of a cube, planning routes to avoid setbacks. A mini-map gives you an overview of each level, while dynamic obstacles and environments complicate your path. The game includes over 30 intricate levels with increasing difficulty and obstacles.

Story and presentation

As you progress, the story unfolds through intriguing characters and a mysterious storyline, with the truth behind the madness revealed at the end. Payload uses retro visuals, a minimal interface and graphic design, ambient sounds and other audio content, and a control scheme built around movement.