Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey

Embark on the most incredible odyssey known to humankind: human evolution. In this third-person open world survival game, spanning from 10 million to 2 million years ago in Neogene period Africa, you will Explore, Expand, and Evolve to advance your clan to the next generation.

Begin your journey before us, in a beautiful yet ruthless world. Swing through tree branches in the jungle or stalk prey across the golden savannah grasslands. Your choices will determine what attributes your clan learns and hones, passing down knowledge from crafting tools to enhancing evasive tactics against predators. Just like in life, you must eat, drink, and sleep to stay alive and have the energy to face any danger.

Grow your clan and find strength in numbers as you progress through critical evolutionary stages. Your choices will write your clan’s story and determine if you can survive your evolution.

Explore Ruthless Africa

Traverse a breathtaking yet unforgiving landscape, from the tops of tree canopies overlooking lush jungles to the golden grasslands of the savannah. In this never-before-experienced world of Neogene Africa, starting 10 million years ago at the dawn of humankind, every beautiful view is matched by the constant threat of weather, predators, and other dangers.

Expand Your Territory and Grow Your Clan

Unite new members of your species and give birth to future generations to increase your chances of survival. Control different clan members, form bonds to create families, and work together to intimidate predators during expeditions. Conquer fear as you explore unknown locations to expand your territory.

Evolve Through Multiple Generations

Witness the physical and intellectual evolution of the first hominids as you explore, learn, and survive. Play as one of the first hominids and evolve over millions of years during key stages in human evolution. Make crucial discoveries and hone physical abilities that will be passed down to future generations, such as Ardipithecus ramidus and Australopithecus.

Choose How You Survive

Evolution was not written in stone. Your decisions shape how you will overcome obstacles, increase your species, and what knowledge will pass on to future generations. Focus on specific attributes or choose a more balanced approach to survival. Your clan’s ability to survive will be directly impacted by your choices, making each player’s experience unique.