Paradox Interactive revealed Afterworld at Gamescom, a new post-apocalyptic grand strategy game inspired by the Mad Max franchise. Players are dropped into a world ravaged by nuclear warfare and must lead a tribe of survivors. The game focuses on rebuilding society and rediscovering ancient technology.

Gameplay involves managing wasteland settlements and engaging in wars of conquest or political struggle. Afterworld is designed to be accessible for genre newcomers while offering depth for experts. Core mechanics encourage exploration and allow players to decide how they approach other tribes, defining their own tribe's culture.

Key features include exploration-based discovery, procedurally generated lore-rich North America, a Dynamic Ideas Tree tied to societal success, and logistics management fueled by expansion. The game supports both co-op and PvP multiplayer. An active Steam Store page exists for updates, though a specific launch date has not been announced.