The Phoenix Initiative

The Phoenix Initiative is about Florence Phoenix, the last surviving astronaut of the Phoenix Initiative, on a post-apocalyptic Earth turned into a wasteland by the technology meant to save it. Project Genesis's nanotech terraformers have run rampant, mutating life and creating hostile Crystal Beasts. You set out to reclaim Earth, scavenge for supplies, fight creatures and harness Genesis Crystals, artifacts that may hold the key to humanity's survival and the planet's rebirth.

Explore and survive

You explore a randomly generated world where resources are scarce, mine valuable materials and bring them back to your base. Enemies and obstacles stand in your way, while extreme and dynamic weather adds further dangers, including meteorite showers and toxic atmospheres. You must adapt to changing conditions, as a single mistake can be fatal.

Build and defend

You build and defend a colony in a world overrun by mutated humans. Construct turrets, traps and other defenses to withstand waves of attackers. The base-building system and dynamic enemy AI mean battles can play out differently.

Develop your character

As you gain levels, choose one of three upgrades to improve combat skills, strengthen survival abilities or unlock new powers. Resources gathered in the world can also be used to build and upgrade your character. The game features procedurally generated levels, and combat is unforgiving: only a few hits can defeat you, so you need to make strategic decisions as you progress.