Lost Planet: Extreme Condition is a third-person shooter game set 80 years after humanity left Earth. The story follows Adam, who seeks revenge against the Akrids, a bug-like alien race that killed his father. The Akrids are found to be a source of valuable thermal energy, which drives humanity's fight for survival on the planet E.D.N. III.
The game allows players to control Adam as he destroys Akrid hives and seeks to defeat "Green Eye", the Akrid responsible for his father's death. With the ability to hold two weapons and one type of grenade at a time, players must also manage thermal energy, which is necessary to survive on the cold planet. Thermal energy can be obtained by activating Data Posts or destroying objects that contain it.
The game features a multiplayer mode where up to 16 players can compete in four different game modes, including Deathmatch, Team-deathmatch, Station Control, and Fugitive. In addition to single-player campaign, the game offers various gameplay options and upgrades for Adam's Vital Suit, making it an engaging experience for players.