In Marooned, players take on the role of the survivalist Ed, tasked with surviving in some of the most brutal environments across the globe, including the Thailand Jungle, a Philippine island, and the African Plain. Starting with absolutely no tools, clothes, food, or water, players must utilize their survival wits to overcome the harsh environment. The game requires building shelters, setting campfire nodes, managing extreme health parameters, and gathering resources through meticulous tracking and crafting.