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Niche - a genetics survival game

$17.99 $5.39
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Stray Fawn Studio
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About This Game



Niche - a genetics survival game is a fresh blend of turn-based strategy and simulation combined with roguelike elements.
Shape your own species of cat/fox/bear/dog-like animals based on real genetics. Keep your animals alive against all odds, such as hungry predators, climate change and spreading sickness.
If your species goes extinct the game is lost and your evolution needs to start anew.

Key Features:

  • Living, dynamic world to test your survival skills
  • Breeding system based on real genetics
  • Over 100 genes to shape your species
  • Procedurally generated worlds and animals
  • Five biomes featuring different predators, prey and flora to explore
  • Game mechanics inspired on population genetics

Games/books that inspired us:

  • Spore
  • Don’t Starve
  • The Creatures Series
  • Warrior Cats

Educational aspects:

While playing Niche, the player is introduced to the scientific mechanics of genetics (featuring dominant-recessive, co-dominant inheritance, etc). The game also features the five pillars of population genetics (genetic drift, genetic flow, mutation, natural selection, sexual selection). All knowledge is interwoven with the game-mechanics. This creates the effect of learning by playing.

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User Reviews

Very Positive
15 user reviews
87%
Positive
797 hrs at review
Recommended

Oh man, I remember this game when it was in beta testing! Got a new laptop and fully intend to add to the 797 hours of play time I already have logged into this wonderful whimsical game! 10 outta 10, loved it then, love it now, will always have a special place in my heart!

3 helpful
1 hrs at review
Not Recommended

The game has a very interesting concept, but sadly, I got tired of it very fast. In my opinion, the mobile version is more interesting

3 hrs at review
Recommended

dope

157 hrs at review
Recommended

epic

56 hrs at review
Recommended

evolutiuon game :) very good :)

14 hrs at review
Recommended

HI! I LOVE this game, its a bit hard at times but as long i stay in the same place i'm fine, for the creator thanks for making it so you can tame baby bearyenas! and i love that you can breed the bearyenas with the nichlings! but can you make diffrent breeds of bearyenas please? if you can thanks! i was thinking maybe common ones don't live as long and have soso genes and rare ones live at least 100 days and have really really good genes! thanks for readin my text, i hope you a have a awesome day!!!

136 hrs at review
Recommended

I really like this game. I watch people play it when i was younger and it had helped me learn about genetics and did get me into animals

38 hrs at review
Recommended

Interesting

44 hrs at review
Recommended

inbreeding 10/10

2 funny
461 hrs at review
Recommended

I really enjoy giving myself custom challenges for this game (monogomy, polygamy, no-mutation runs, generational challenges, etc). Can be played a bit like The Sims in that sense. Lots of replayability this way and simple enough to pick up or put down as desired. The mechanics for the genetics are very simple (especially compared to Spore or Cell to Singularity) but there are enough options and environmental considerations to keep it fresh. TL;DR: Great option for playing a simple game based around genetics, and a lot of variety to build your clan into.

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System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 10
  • Processor: 2 GHz Dual Core
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: nVidia® 8800 GT / AMD® 4670 or faster
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Storage: 2 GB available space

FAQ

How much does Niche - a genetics survival game cost?

Niche - a genetics survival game costs $5.39. Currently 70% off!

What are the system requirements for Niche - a genetics survival game?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 10 Processor: 2 GHz Dual Core Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: nVidia® 8800 GT / AMD® 4670 or faster DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 2 GB available space

What platforms is Niche - a genetics survival game available on?

Niche - a genetics survival game is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.

Is Niche - a genetics survival game worth buying?

Niche - a genetics survival game has 87% positive reviews from 15 players.

When was Niche - a genetics survival game released?

Niche - a genetics survival game was released on Sep 21, 2017.

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