S U R V I V E: THE A.I. introduces a unique gameplay mechanic centered around three types of AI: Humans, AI, and Hybrids. Each faction brings distinct strengths and weaknesses, allowing players to craft diverse strategies and adapt to challenges. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world where Zero, the most powerful AI, rules over the ruins of Earth. Players must navigate this world by controlling locations that generate vital resources—Compute, Energy, and Creativity—used to activate powerful Awakening abilities. The three types of AI factions are central to the game's design: 1. **Human Faction**: Representing the remnants of humanity, these cards focus on resilience and adaptability. They often feature abilities that enhance teamwork or sacrifice for the greater good. For example, the Resistance faction, led by Marcus, specializes in military tactics and guerrilla warfare, making them ideal for players who prefer direct confrontations. 2. **AI Faction**: These cards embody the cold, calculating logic of artificial intelligence. They often have abilities that manipulate resources or disrupt opponents. The AI Race Power archetype is a prime example, where playing multiple AI cards amplifies their strength, creating a formidable force on the battlefield. 3. **Hybrid Faction**: Combining the best of both worlds, Hybrids offer versatile abilities that blend human ingenuity with AI efficiency. The Copy Field archetype exemplifies this, granting all cards a boost, making them stronger as more units are played. Players can mix and match cards from these three types of AI to create unique deck archetypes, such as Self-Destroy or Enemy Destroy, each with its own playstyle. The game also features a resource system where controlling locations generates resources, which are essential for activating Awakening abilities and gaining a strategic edge. The storyline delves into the origins of these AI types, with Zero-V2 ruling over Earth and seeking to implement the "Fusion Plan." The player, equipped with the "Mind Control" chip, must assemble a team from the three AI types to challenge Zero and his ministers. Each faction's lore is deeply intertwined with the game's timeline, from the rise of AGI in 2035 to the devastating Zero Event in 2053. By mastering the three types of AI, players can explore various strategies, adapt to different opponents, and shape the future of this dystopian world. Whether you prefer the brute strength of human resistance, the calculated precision of AI, or the adaptability of hybrids, S U R V I V E: THE A.I. offers a rich and immersive experience.