PlanetSide is a massively multiplayer online first-person shooter game developed by Daybreak Game Company. Released in 2003, it features large-scale battles where players join one of three factions vying for control over a fictional planet called Auraxis. The game emphasizes teamwork and strategy, allowing players to engage in combat on foot or use various vehicles. Players can customize their characters and weapons, enhancing their abilities as they progress. PlanetSide is known for its persistent world, meaning that the outcomes of battles affect the game's environment and faction territories over time. This creates a dynamic experience for players as they participate in ongoing conflicts.