Niche - a genetics survival game (STEAM KEY)

Niche is a turn-based strategy and simulation game where players shape animal tribes using real genetics. Survive against predators, climate change, and disease in a procedurally generated world. Featuring dynamic breeding, over 100 genes, and educational elements on genetics, each playthrough offers a unique survival challenge.

Lowest Price

1.53$

Visit store

Kinguin

Release date

21 Sep, 2017

Publisher/Developer

Stray Fawn Studio, WhisperGames, Stray Fawn Publishing

Reviews

Steam: 88.82% positive (3695/4160)

Metacritic: -

Tags

Puzzle Adventure Turn-Based Strategy Turn-Based Nature Sandbox Survival RPG Strategy Simulation Education Exploration Resource Management Family Friendly Relaxing Board Game Funny Roguelike Singleplayer Procedural Generation

is an innovative blend of turn-based strategy and simulation, enhanced by roguelike elements. In this game, players craft their own tribe of animals resembling cats, foxes, bears, or dogs, using principles of real genetics. Your primary goal is to ensure the survival of your species amidst challenges such as hungry predators, climate change, and diseases. If your species goes extinct, the game ends, and you must start your evolution from scratch.Key features include a dynamic living world that tests your survival skills, a breeding system based on real genetic principles with over 100 genes to customize your species, and procedurally generated worlds and animals. Explore five distinct biomes, each filled with unique predators, prey, and flora, creating a rich environment to navigate.Niche also integrates educational aspects, introducing players to the mechanics of genetics, including dominant and recessive traits, as well as the five pillars of population genetics: genetic drift, gene flow, mutation, natural selection, and sexual selection. This seamless integration of learning and gameplay allows players to gain scientific knowledge while engaging in the captivating world of survival strategy.

Recommended Games

Scoot Kaboom and the Tomb of Doom

1.85$

simian.interface++

1.99$

Tunche

3.10$

Freeman: Guerrilla Warfare

14.17$

Defend the Rook

8.54$