Beyond Despair

Beyond Despair is a multiplayer survival horror game with an emphasis on immersive gameplay and visceral player interaction.The game is set in a world ravaged by recent catastrophic events, which have morphed it into a place of non-stop aggression, as danger lurks around every corner. In this newly forged “society”, firearms are rare, leading to an abundance of melee combat against both monsters and other survivors. But simply surviving any given encounter isn’t enough. You’ll have to be sharp and make tough decisions to make it in the long term.Play the role of a volunteer from the New Light Corp., sent on a special investigative mission to Ansora Island, a place filled with threats of every shape and size, from monsters to supernatural anomalies, and even seemingly impossible weather patterns. Though don’t forget about the other players you might encounter, as you’ll quickly learn that they may not be as friendly as you might hope. Human nature is a curious thing.Upon entering the game, you’ll find yourself upon the southern shore of Ansora, the starting point for your lengthy mission through the present to uncover the past.Explore a Ravaged WorldAnsora is no vacation destination. Within its borders you’ll find terror, death, and suffering, but you’ll also find a story hidden underneath, a story we’ve done our best to tell in an interesting manner through a variety of features.Unique LocationsAbandoned settlements, military installations, factories with questionable intent, top secret facilities, and more. Don’t shy away from these places, for whether you’re driven by the mission laid out for you or just natural curiosity, you’ll find new information everywhere you look.Craft Weapons & SuppliesWhile you can find useful items to simply pick up and use, you’ll also come across numerous recipes and components, which you can use to craft modified weapons, prepare sustenance, and concoct medical supplies.Develop Your CharacterThose who set out to explore Ansora tend to find out a lot about themselves as well. Unlock new abilities and train them to increase your chances of holding your own throughout your journey.Uncover the Island’s MysteriesWhile you’ll have plenty of freedom to explore as you please, don’t forget about the primary storyline. Find notes and diaries left over from Ansora’s previous inhabitants, and piece together the island’s dark past.Hunt & DefendAs you search Ansora for information, keep track of the many creatures that inhabit the island, noting for yourself which of them can actually be of use and which are best avoided if it can be helped. In this endeavor too you’ll find useful tips from the island’s previous denizens strewn about as seemingly insignificant notes.Be PreparedAnsora and the world as a whole was changed forever after the catastrophe. The island in particular is home to many threats, all of which bring death in their wake.AnomaliesThese poorly understood beings are a common sight on the island. Some of them are easy enough to spot at any time of day or night, while others are just barely holding on to the physical plain of existence and thus require a keen ear to identify in time. Use rocks and other miscellaneous items to uncover anomalous zones before entering them.Monsters, Marauders & PatrollersTrust us when we tell you that you don’t want to encounter a pack of Dorgs while exploring the wilds of Ansora. An unexpected run in with a group of the island’s less mentally stable human inhabitants is also quite likely to produce painful results, so try not to get between the two opposing factions staking claim to the island: the Marauders and the Patrollers.Just Outright DeathEven as you make your escape from a group of rabid enemies, don’t forget that the poor volunteer you’re controlling is only human and thus needs to eat, drink, bind his wounds, cure what ails him, and avoid going insane in the thick of it all. Also keep in mind that weapons lose their durability over time, so keep track of your equipment, lest you find yourself with no means of defense when you need those means the most.Fight & SurviveAnsora calls to you, volunteer. Will you accept the challenge?Fight for your life against monsters, other players, supernatural threats, and even nature itself. Unite with others to stand a better chance, or act as a lone wolf to prove your mettle. The choice is yours.Just be sure to stay focused, and remember the tips laid out above. Good luck on Ansora!