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Set roughly a century after a devastating future war destroyed an advanced human civilization, Afterworld places players in a procedurally generated North American wasteland. Players begin with specific faction Origins, such as shelterfolk exiting a failing nuclear bunker or zealots wandering the dustlands, and guide their initial tribe toward constructing a continent-spanning empire.
Gameplay combines grand strategy with survival and settlement management mechanics. Players manage resource gathering, supply lines, population health, and internal governance while adapting to environmental threats in real time. Development progresses through a dynamic system that unlocks new concepts based on exploration and real-world encounters. As borders expand across the continent, nations interact with rival tribes and face the Ancients, immortal pre-war leaders who maintain their own competing visions for the future.
Details
- Genre
- StrategySurvival
- Platforms
- PC
- Developer
- Paradox Development Studio
- Publisher
- Paradox Interactive
- Game modes
- Single-playerCo-opOnline multiplayerPvP
- Availability
- Steam
Release information
Wishlisting is currently open following the game's official announcement. Launch windows, pre-order bonuses, and early access options have not yet been announced.
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Frequently asked questions
- Has a release date been announced for Afterworld?
- An official release date for Afterworld has not yet been announced. Release Timer will update this page when a date is confirmed.
- When does Afterworld take place within its storyline?
- The game takes place roughly one century after a major world-spanning war destroyed a civilization that was technologically more advanced than present day.
- What is the Ideas Tree in Afterworld?
- The Ideas Tree is a dynamic progression system that unlocks technological and cultural advances based directly on player experiences, such as discovering irrigation after reaching a river.
- Who are the Ancients in Afterworld?
- The Ancients are immortal faction leaders preserved from before the collapse through forgotten technology, who actively compete for control over the wasteland.
- What platforms is Afterworld on?
- Afterworld is available on PC.
Last updated: 9/3/2026






