Nival Online, Russian computer game developer well known for the renowned RPG series Rage of Mages, have teamed up with Gala Networks to develop Allods Online, a free-to-play MMORPG based on the Rage of Mages series.

The game takes place after the destruction of the planet of Sarnout and the subsequent formation of the namesake Allods. These mystical islands float in the Astral, an expansive living substance that makes up the compelling game world. Adventurers will explore the numerous Allods as they battle against a wide range of enemies – and each other.

With over £8m in funding, Allods Online is the best-funded Russian game development project in history.

“We have spiced up a full-blown fantasy MMORPG with the most compelling elements of space opera and science fiction, with epic battles between huge Astral ships,” said Nival founder, Sergey Orlovskiy. “At the same time, we are keeping a deep focus on characters. Allods Online is not about Astral ships, but about the people on them.”

See the announcement trailer here!