Set in the distant future of 2083, Restricted Area resembles a dark world where much of the earth is covered with mutant inhabited wastelands caused by environmental pollution. Restricted Area slips the player into the role of one of four unique characters: The former taskforce agent John Johnson, who has become a hired gun, proficient in a multitude of fire weapons. Victoria Williams, a psionic sorceress with futuristic magic capabilities. Kenji Takahashi, a martial arts master skilled in close-combat attacks or a mysterious female computer hacker who is closely guarded by a flying drone. The choice determines how the story will play out. Although an RPG at its core, Restricted Area places an emphasis on action, resulting in faster game play; it also boasts a cooperative multiplayer feature that enables players to team up and engage enemies together.