Players can choose between two races: the Legion of Man or the Beast Horde. The initial launch of Savage 2 will feature the Conquer game type. This game is won by destroying the enemy's command center - which is either a stronghold or a lair. Each team elects one commander - which views the world top down - that should build defenses and upgrades to support his team. The other players of his team pick a class - which can be changed later - and scout for enemies and rescources.

The only real rescource is gold, which can be gathered from gold mines. These mines are vital for each team since they are the only way to build defenses and pay the upkeep.

Another task of the commander is to build garrisons or sub lairs, these serve as an additional spawn point - besides the command center. Good position and defense of these structures is essential: a well placed sneak garrison can give a team a huge advantage.

After the base is setup, the commander should give order to his team members and use a wide array of buffs and debufs.

There will be a map editor available, which will allow for scripts and events and all sorts of things so players can create their own game types.