Set in the present day, the archangel Abaddon faces possessed zealots, demons, and the daunting powers of the personified plagues of Mankind: Pestilence, War, Famine and Death. As Abaddon, the player must find the three 'Chosen' and combine their untapped powers in time to save the world from destruction; but that won't be easy - God's Chosen are mortals, not to mention they're a prostitute, a serial killer and a corrupt politician. Hand-to-hand, sword, and projectile combat combine with fantastic abilities to create a surreal cinematic experience.
The story unfolds via in-game cinematics and 'graphic novel' sequences by Simon Bisley - who is also the title's character designer. These graphic novel images are displayed on-screen complete with animations, voices and sound effects - bringing Mr. Bisley's work to life and immersing the player in the dark underworld of Hell's emissaries.