Discover the Dark Secrets Behind Atomfall’s Factions!

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In the game known as Atomfall, players will encounter mutated beasts, cult members, renegade military personnel, robots, and many other adversaries. A game’s world is made more vivid with Non-Player Characters (NPCs) bringing life to the scenery, and Atomfall certainly boasts a diverse array of NPCs, such as ordinary townsfolk, who populate the landscape.

In a recent chat, I had the pleasure of discussing the various factions found within Atomfall with the mastermind behind Rebellion’s design, Ben Fisher. We delved into the unique contributions each faction offers to the game and their significant roles within the isolated quarantine zone.

The Major Players in Atomfall’s Quarantine Zone

B.A.R.D.

In the quarantined area, the key figures could be the British Atomic Research Division (B.A.R.D.), who managed the Windscale Nuclear Site in the alternate reality of Atomfall. After the catastrophe, B.A.R.D. disbanded. Some members pursued the underlying cause of the disaster and the isolation experienced by those in the quarantine zone for five years. However, this investigation won’t stop players from engaging with and battling robots from Atomfall’s B.A.R.D. team.

Protocol

Other groups allied themselves with the group known as Protocol, which may seem less complex than B.AR.D. However, it’s important to note that they are the ones maintaining a strict and controlling system within the quarantined area, as portrayed by Fisher.

One faction you’ll encounter early is called Protocol. Originally, they were a government-supported group established for ensuring public safety. However, after five years of operation, their perspective has turned grim, leading them to adopt more authoritarian methods in governing the quarantine zone. In creating our characters and factions, we drew inspiration from our roots. Thus, Protocol embodies the chill of Cold War espionage and the watchful eye of government control that was prevalent in British society during the 1950s and 1960s.

Atomfall Has Druids Too

Another faction is the druids, who infuse their presence with a chilling atmosphere reminiscent of the horror tropes found in ‘Atomfall’, yet they also reference historical druid writings from ancient Greece and Rome as portrayed in modern-day Britain. Fisher didn’t provide much information, but he mentioned that Cold War-era British science fiction like ‘The Quatermass Experiment’ and ‘Doctor Who’ influenced the game’s overall style, especially when it comes to the creation of enemies and creatures (including druids).

In our hands-on preview of Atomfall, as featured on Game Rant, we encountered numerous druids. It seems they respond to a “Voice” and showed immediate aggression towards us. However, it’s possible to play and triumph in Atomfall without causing harm to any characters, including these hostile druids.

In addition, there seems to be a secretive group operating within Atomfall, known as a cult, but information about them is limited. Furthermore, the area is plagued by other lawless elements such as bandits.

Life in Atomfall’s World

The different groups, such as B.A.R.D., druids, and Protocol, play a significant role in how players perceive and interact with the game world. These factions, acting as extensions of the characters themselves, influence the perspectives of non-player characters (NPCs). Each faction has its own goals, much like B.A.R.D., druids, or Protocol. Discerning truth from individual agendas is a major hurdle in the game’s storyline that players must overcome. While these factions hold significant power, there are numerous ordinary citizens (or “average joes”) who find themselves caught within the quarantine zone. Players will also come across these individuals during their journey, with Fisher noting this additional detail.

In the realm of Atomfall, you might encounter figures who wield significant power or bear responsibility for past occurrences. The importance of these individuals will largely depend on your actions. It’s crucial to discern if the information shared during interactions can be trusted, as different characters may present conflicting accounts of events and strive to convince you that their version is accurate.

The conclusions of the atom falls are influenced by choices such as which story to accept as true and who, if anyone, can be relied upon amidst the secluded, desolate, perilous environment left behind following the Windscale Incident.

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2025-03-21 19:36