In a dystopian version of New York City, where street gangs control different regions, a truce among these factions is called by the charismatic leader Cyrus, the head of the city's most powerful gang, the Gramercy Riffs. Representatives from all the city's gangs are invited to a massive meeting in the Bronx, with the purpose of uniting the gangs into a single powerful force. Among the attendees are the Warriors, a small but respected gang from Coney Island. As the crowds listen intently, Cyrus eloquently speaks of the potential they have if the gangs worked together, suggesting they could overpower the police and rule the city.

During the height of the assembly, turmoil erupts when Cyrus is suddenly assassinated, and in the ensuing chaos, the Warriors are wrongfully accused of the murder. With the truce obliterated, the Warriors find themselves targeted by every gang in the city, as well as the police. They must navigate the treacherous urban landscape, fight for survival, and attempt to make the perilous journey back to the relative safety of their home turf. The city transforms into a dangerous labyrinth, with each territory presenting its own threats as the Warriors contend with the unique styles and territories of rival gangs intent on their demise.