Never Alone

1. owhi

   Apr 13, 2015

   10

   For me, as xwlemi man there is nothing more powerful or beautiful in the world other than my culture. This interactive story is not anFor me, as xwlemi man there is nothing more powerful or beautiful in the world other than my culture. This interactive story is not an expression of my own people. However, it is beautiful thing to see an indigenous story being expressed through this medium in utter perfection and brilliants. The depth and beauty nearly left me in tears of awe, the language was not heard but felt. The spiritual reality of this story somehow managed to transcend the oral tradition into a masterpiece of indigenous wonder. Never Alone, deserves a category of its own for there is nothing like it.. there no other creations to compare it to.
   Granted this game is not for everyone. For those who are not indigenous people the depth, beauty, and brilliants will no doubt escape you. The gameplay is immersive and is a means of sharing a story and a reality, it never fail at this function. I cannot apologies for including such a deep grained bias in this review, for my culture or "bias" is what makes me who I am. "I am because we are, we are because I am." It is a rare thing within any medium for our indigenous culture and worldview to be translated with respect, integrity, and with the same beauty as an elder sharing a story. This comes as close as possible to that translation. Words give this piece of work little justice... I can only compare it to hearing another tribes song.. that song is not your own. But you can feel the spirit that goes into that song, you know it comes from a similar heart and mind, the power and beauty of that song does not escape you. This game is the same way, a song that is not my own..but it comes from a similar heart and mind, and, its power and beauty is felt each and every minute. This review will not make sense to many of you, but if it did this game is worth your time.… Expand

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2. adamkynaston

   Nov 28, 2014

   9

   Another point in the "original, fantastic storytelling" column. Not quite the emotional impact of Supergiant's Transistor, but the music andAnother point in the "original, fantastic storytelling" column. Not quite the emotional impact of Supergiant's Transistor, but the music and story are beautifully told. Most importantly, this shows that cultural interests and sensitivities can be built effectively through gaming as a primary medium. Can you imagine having children in the deep south play this kind of game that addressed racial tensions common in the USA? This could be the start of something amazing.… Expand

   • 0 of 3 users found this helpful
4. DrFriendless

   Sep 9, 2018

   8

   This is a cute game. I played it co-op with my son who's a much better gamer than I am. I played the fox and he played the girl. It's a prettyThis is a cute game. I played it co-op with my son who's a much better gamer than I am. I played the fox and he played the girl. It's a pretty standard platformer with a few puzzles and challenges, so nothing really outstanding. It mostly works well, though there were a couple of odd glitches that weren't fatal. The cultural background of the game is very strong, although we did not pay too much attention to it yet. The art style is wonderful.
   
   I had a lot of fun carrying on like a fox, but the second half of the game is less interesting for the fox. In co-op play, the better player should definitely be the girl.… Expand

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5. Sparkticle

   Nov 6, 2015

   7

   Interesting game with an interesting setting and cultural influence. It looks aesthetically pleasing, and it's a story game driven by your 2DInteresting game with an interesting setting and cultural influence. It looks aesthetically pleasing, and it's a story game driven by your 2D actions, much like Limbo. If you had fun with Limbo and you would like to see another game that approaches that formula, then this is for you. For me it just wasn't compelling enough for me to call this a recommendation to anybody else.… Expand

   • 0 of 0 users found this helpful
6. Kargun

   May 12, 2016

   6

   Como documental funciona bastante bien, pero como plataformas es un poco justito. A pesar de que la idea pionera de mezclar documental conComo documental funciona bastante bien, pero como plataformas es un poco justito. A pesar de que la idea pionera de mezclar documental con videojuego es una buena premisa no creo que este juego la lleve a cabo de manera adecuada.… Expand

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7. agurczuk

   Jun 27, 2016

   5

   A platform game have based on inuit culture following from what I understand a legend of sorts.
   
   The game is fairly short. The story strangeA platform game have based on inuit culture following from what I understand a legend of sorts.
   
   The game is fairly short. The story strange but with a certain charm. I didn't find it the most interesting but I didn't mind it. The problem lies with the game itself. You control two characters - a girl and a fox. At any time you can switch between the two. However controlled by AI second character has tendency to die more often than I would find it acceptable.
   
   The platforming is also not of the highest standard. The controls don't feel super responsive. The mechanics somewhat disappoint as well. The whole wind mechanic that can push you one way or another is more annoying than fun. The second level is a water level!
   
   I've played it through but did not felt the urge to play the fox tales addon. Can't really recommend this game really.… Expand

   • 0 of 1 users found this helpful
8. Kanazawa

   Sep 6, 2015

   2

   That was terrible. No fun, no interesting story, about an hour in game play, terrible ledge mechanics, common glitching, etc. Just a bad game.That was terrible. No fun, no interesting story, about an hour in game play, terrible ledge mechanics, common glitching, etc. Just a bad game. I'm glad it was free or I'd be mad.… Expand

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