Face of Mankind takes place in a sci-fi themed future setting where mankind have unearthed the technology to colonize new planets and star systems. Face of Mankind destroys the shackles that restrain MMO players to stereotypical RPG features such as limited classes and lack of meaningful game play, and replaces them with a world totally governed and controlled by the player-base, a unique approach to free RPG games unlike any other available online.

Face of Mankind will appeal to hardcore role players, and fans of PvP will be delighted to hear that every zone has the potential to develop into full-on PvP firefights. Face of Mankind doesn't rely on mindless grinding or slaying the same monster 100 times, the players themselves have created the activities and exciting factors within the game. The core of the game-play in Face of Mankind revolves around 8 player controlled factions, each of which offer specific bonuses and perks. For example, players that join military themed factions have access to more powerful weapons, while criminal factions can create illegal substances such as drugs. By aligning with a specific faction you're defining your role within the game world, whether you decide to join the law enforcement faction or the criminals, you're expected to communicate with your faction allies and fulfill your individual responsibilities.

The defining feature of Face of Mankind is the community. Arguably one of the most approachable and friendly communities ever seen in an online title, providing help and expertise for new players every step of the way. The majority of games that support role playing features are spoiled by players searching for easy PvP or just having a bit of a "troll fest" but Face of Mankind seems to have attracted every type of hardcore role player available. People take their responsibilities in game very seriously which creates a highly unique, player driven world controlled by violence, politics and diplomacy, a truly unique experience in a world filled with traditional and mundane MMORPG games.