Elex is an action role-playing game set on the planet Magalan after it was hit by a meteor. The game starts with the player's character ship being shot down while on a mission. Stranded far from home, the player must survive and explore the world. A rare substance called Elex arrived with the meteor that can be used to power machines or give the user magical abilities.
The game features different factions, each with their own goals and methods. The Berserkers in Edan use the Elex to restore nature, while the Outlaws in Tavar aim to exploit it for their own gain. Meanwhile, the Clerics in Ignadon use the Elex to power their machines. All five regions of the game world are open to exploration from the start, and experience can be gained by fighting hostile creatures or completing quests.
The game offers a wide range of weapons, including crossbows, swords, hammers, guns, and flamethrowers. A jetpack is also included for added mobility. The game's story is one of survival and exploration on a hostile alien world.