+ A world of Chaos
The game is set in the year 2058. As Western Europe suffers a total economic collapse and North America is devastated by civil wars, Asia, led by the Republic of China, the Japanese Empire and United Korea, rises as the new global center of power.
Overdrive’s action takes place in Paris, France. The city, previously the cultural capital of the world, faces an unprecedented wave of violence. Martial law is declared, but the government lacks the resources needed to control the whole of the city. Thus, some neighborhoods have turned into laweless zones, controlled by warring gangs. Such is the case of the 13th District, where the action is set.
Until recently, the District enjoyed a relative stability due to the uncontested domination of the Red Dragon gang, led by Mao Fu, over all the other significant gangs. However, this leader’s brutal killing by an unnknown assassin has just been announced and the struggle for power begins anew.
Four major gangs are engaged in the battle: The "Red Dragon" syndicate is challenged by the lawful "Knights", the rampaging "'Hoods" and the mysterious "Rippers".
Players may join one of these four gangs to make their way in the post-apocalyptic world of Overdrive. Please refer to the detailed description of the gangs for more information.
