Tarkov

The World of Tarkov: A Region in Chaos The game is set in the fictional Norvinsk region of Russia, specifically in and around the city of Tarkov. This area was once a special economic zone, bridging trade between Europe and Russia, but it became a hotbed for illegal activities by transnational corporations, most notably TerraGroup. Following a major political scandal and the collapse of these corporations, the situation escalated into an armed conflict. The city became a battleground, isolated by a cordon of Russian internal troops and UN peacekeepers (UNTAR), trapping civilians, mercenaries, and armed locals within its borders. Players embody one of two opposing Private Military Companies (PMCs): USEC (United Security), hired by TerraGroup to protect its operations, or BEAR (Battle Encounter Assault Regiment), a Russian-backed PMC tasked with investigating TerraGroup's illicit activities. Beyond these two factions, the region is overrun by hostile scavengers, known as Scavs, who are armed civilians and ex-military personnel exploiting the chaos. More dangerous variants like Scav Raiders and Boss Scavs also roam certain areas, offering a significant challenge.