the game takes place on the invented planet notrium. the game world is split up into squares, each of which has its own climate, land, and goals. the player can move between squares to reach the other areas, though some of the areas can only be reached by using vehicles or teleportation. there are climates such as jungle, desert, and tundra. all area squares can are changed by a day-night cycle, except for levels that are set indoors.