Team Critical Hit and developer Enplex Games have announced sci-fi action combat MMO Population Zero has entered Steam Early Access.
As stated in the press release, the game is an action-based MMO with PVP and PVE. As players explore the planet Kepler, they can interact with local alien creatures- be it examine, hunt, or flee from.
The game also boasts an in-depth crafting and building systems, tech trees, a perk system to build your character how you want, and two factions. Completing quests for these factions affect the player’s “physical biology,” but they can switch between them depending on the quests completed.
You can find the official launch trailer below.
You can find the full rundown (via Steam) below.
Editor’s Note: The Steam store page description is entirely in bold text. We have altered the formatting for easier reading.
The Story
Your ship was destroyed. With no chance of returning to Earth, you face an unknown frontier. There are 168 hours left until human extinction. Repair the reactor and restart your hibernation pod to save yourself. Fail and become a creature of nightmares. Unite with fellow colonists or destroy them all!
PvE or PvP? You decide!
Population Zero is perfect for newcomers as well as hardcore survivalists. Play in PvE modes and explore the planet without fear of losing your hard-earned gear in an uphill battle against seasoned veterans. Having studied the rules of survival on Kepler, dive into the competitive game modes to show off your combat skills. Then up your game by joining a Hardcore PvP session with only a single life. Learn, adapt, and slay your rivals!
Unleash the Void within
In PvP game modes death is the new beginning. Multiple respawns increase the mutation level and eventually transform you into an overpowered monster. The Void are extremely powerful. Take revenge on your offenders! Team up with other mutants to bring chaos and destruction. But do not be arrogant! A united, well-knit group of colonists can hunt you down.
Survive through different game modes
During the 7-day cycles, you will explore the planet, complete quests, survive against hostile environments and different enemies, build, craft and gain knowledge about the game world. Successful play grants experience points necessary to level up your player account. New levels give access to a variety of game modes and mechanics.
Explore and Uncover
Kepler is a vast seamless world with seven distinct Biomes. By exploring the game world you will learn more about the story and develop your character. Set forth on a journey! Explore the wilderness to learn new technologies, craft new gear and uncover Kepler’s secrets.
Crush Your Enemies
Hunt wild beasts for resources and battle human rivals for Kepler’s supremacy. Pick your weapon of choice from a wide selection of hand-carried arms. Each weapon type has its own set of moves and animations. Master the skill-based combat system. Outsmart your enemies and crush them.
Character Development
Utilize Technology Tree and Perks to develop your colonist. Unlock Technologies to acquire new crafting recipes. Perks are stat bonuses that are unlocked randomly, vary in their value and obtainment requirements. Both systems will help you fight for survival more effectively.
Population Zero is in Early Access on Windows PC via Steam.
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