The Edge: Dawnfall is a dynamic, miniature and card battle game with elements of territory control (gathering crystals) as well as campaign play. Each player controls unique units with special abilities that can be enchanted with special spell or progress cards.

Players win the game by completing plot conditions of the scenario or by gaining advantage of 7 Victory Points in skirmish mode. The game is set in an original post-apocalyptic universe of The Edge and features 5 factions with very different backstories, game styles and aesthetics.