Never Alone (Kisima Ingitchuna)
Upper One Games · 2014 · Indie, Local Co-Op, Platformer, Atmospheric, Female Protagonist
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About Never Alone (Kisima Ingitchuna)
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Guide Nuna and Fox through a frozen Arctic landscape plagued by an eternal blizzard, switching between the two characters to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles using their unique abilities. This atmospheric platformer draws from authentic Iñupiaq storytelling and culture, featuring narration in the Iñupiaq language and insights from nearly 40 Alaska Native community members.
Experience the epic journey of Nuna and Fox as they search for the source of an eternal blizzard that threatens the survival of everything they have ever known.
Never Alone is an atmospheric puzzle platformer developed in collaboration with the Iñupiat, an Alaska Native people, drawn from a traditional story that has been shared across the generations.
Guide both characters in single-player mode or play cooperatively with a friend as you trek through frozen tundra, leap across treacherous ice floes, swim through underwater caverns and face enemies both strange and familiar. (NOTE: Local co-op play requires at least one Xbox 360 or equivalent game controller).
On over 75 "Best of 2014" lists and winner of "Best Debut Game" at the 2015 BAFTA Games Awards as well as "Game of the Year" and "Most Significant Impact" at the 2015 Games for Change Awards, nearly 40 Alaska Native elders, storytellers and community members contributed to the making of the game.
You'll explore awe-inspiring environments, perform heroic deeds and meet legendary characters from Iñupiaq stories — all narrated by a master storyteller in the spoken Iñupiaq language.
Never Alone is an atmospheric puzzle platformer developed in collaboration with the Iñupiat, an Alaska Native people, drawn from a traditional story that has been shared across the generations.
Guide both characters in single-player mode or play cooperatively with a friend as you trek through frozen tundra, leap across treacherous ice floes, swim through underwater caverns and face enemies both strange and familiar. (NOTE: Local co-op play requires at least one Xbox 360 or equivalent game controller).
On over 75 "Best of 2014" lists and winner of "Best Debut Game" at the 2015 BAFTA Games Awards as well as "Game of the Year" and "Most Significant Impact" at the 2015 Games for Change Awards, nearly 40 Alaska Native elders, storytellers and community members contributed to the making of the game.
You'll explore awe-inspiring environments, perform heroic deeds and meet legendary characters from Iñupiaq stories — all narrated by a master storyteller in the spoken Iñupiaq language.
Features
- Play as both Nuna and Fox — Switch between the two companions at any time with one button press, or play side by side in local co-op mode, as you rely on the unique skills of each character to succeed in your quest. Nuna can climb ladders and ropes, move heavy obstacles, and throw her bola at targets to solve puzzles. Fox can fit through small areas that Nuna can't reach, scramble up walls, and jump to great heights.
- Brave the harsh world of the Arctic — Run under, through, and atop the unstable structures of an abandoned coastal village. Explore the eerily quiet treetops of a mysterious, frozen forest. Brave the fierce winds of the eternal blizzard. Only with the aid of Helping Spirits will Nuna and Fox have any chance of survival in a land where survival seems impossible.
- Unlock fascinating video insights — Elders, storytellers, and other members of the Alaska Native community share stories and wisdom about their culture, values and the amazing Arctic world encountered by players in over 30 minutes of interviews.
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What Steam players say
Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.
PROS - Cozy and charming art style. - Strong and pleasant atmosphere. - Beautiful, soft soundtrack. - Unique cultural and spiritual elements. - Simple puzzles that don't interrupt the progression. - More enjoyable when played in co-op. CONS - Sluggish and clunky controls. - Some platforming sections feel harder than they should because of the controls. - Solo play can feel less enjoyable. - Movement can occasionally feel unresponsive. VERDICT Never Alone is a beautiful little game with a surprisingly strong identity. I really enjoyed its cozy art style, gentle atmosphere, music, and especially the way it incorporates Iñupiat culture and spirituality into its storytelling. It's also a game I'd particularly recommend playing with a friend or partner, as the co-op makes the experience more enjoyable and accessible. Unfortunately, the controls hold it back quite a bit. The sluggish movement can turn otherwise simple platforming into a frustrating experience, and I often felt like the controls were getting in the way of the game rather than the challenge itself being the problem. There's a lot to appreciate here, and I really like what the game is trying to do, but I wi…1 found this helpful
Snow carries old tales Together no path is lost Hope warms winter winds
It's a curious example of a game. Somewhat slow, a bit clunky, perhaps not with the best variery of things. But it's a very good experience, made with love and ther desire to connect people with one of the most distant, ancient and wild cultures out there. And it serves it's purpose just right. It's a rough gem for a limited audience but if it finds a way into your heart, it will stay there. Pros: It has a cozy art. The spirits are unique and look nothing like you (or me) have ever seen. The music is soft and barely noticeable but it created necessary atmosphere. Puzzles are simple and don't slow down your progression. And the fox is cute :) Cons: delayed controls will kill you more often than anything else but it's not difficult to get used to them. A highly recommended one-time experience which you might want to replay many years after and relive it.
I really enjoyed this one! The teamwork between Nuna & the fox was fun, I played alone but I'm sure playing with someone else would have been a blast too. I also loved that it's not just the game but also getting to learn about other cultures, which I always enjoy. I can't wait for the sequel!
local co-op.
Cute, atmospheric story telling and couch co-op. Great game to play with your significant other, even if they have no experience with gaming.
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