"Welcome to the apocalypse." This is the message of the new teaser video for Fallen Earth, which is the first of several planned to inform fans about the game.

The new teaser, which can be found on YouTube, offers no glimpse at actual gameplay footage, but that's to be expected. Fallen Earth is only in the alpha test stage and is undergoing numerous tweaks. Instead, this video is all about background and setting. It explains how survivors in this post-apocalyptic world have gathered around the Hoover Dam, "the last bastion of civilization," and are fighting for dominance.

The teaster introduces us to the six factions of the game: Enforcers, Children of the Apocalypse (C.H.O.T.A.), Vistas, Techs, Lightbearers and Travelers. Ultimately, we're asked, "Where will you stand?"

If you're interested in signing up for the alpha test, here's all the information.