It is a science-fiction themed turn-based strategy game.

The game depicts a battle between the human race and an alien culture called the Taurans, sparked by a misunderstanding.

The Charlotte Observer noted its multiple levels of difficulty.

[11] However, Next Generation said, "In the end, Fallen Haven is little more than a good idea with poor implementation.

With a few gameplay tweaks and the addition of the two-player option Fallen Haven might have been great, but as it stands you're better off sticking with Civilization 2 [sic].