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Game Name: Niche: A Genetics Survival Game
Developer: Stray Fawn Studio
Publisher: Stray Fawn Studio
Release Date: September 15, 2016 (original release; available on Steam with ongoing updates as of March 22, 2025)
Game Genres: Survival, Simulation, Strategy, Roguelike
Detailed Description:
Niche: A Genetics Survival Game is a captivating blend of survival and simulation where players take on the role of a budding species struggling to thrive in a dynamic, ever-changing world. Developed and published by Stray Fawn Studio, this indie gem puts evolution in your hands. You guide a tribe of adorable, procedurally generated creatures—each with unique genetic traits—across vibrant islands teeming with predators, prey, and environmental challenges. Your goal? Survive, adapt, and ensure your lineage endures through the power of selective breeding and clever strategy.
The heart of Niche lies in its genetics system, inspired by real-world biology. Players must carefully manage their creatures’ gene pool, pairing individuals to pass down traits like strong claws, keen senses, or resistance to cold. Each turn represents a day in the life of your tribe, where you’ll forage for food, explore new territories, and fend off threats like cunning bearyenas or harsh weather. The game’s roguelike elements mean no two playthroughs are the same—random events, mutations, and island layouts keep you on your toes as you balance survival with long-term evolutionary goals.
From lush grasslands to icy tundras, the procedurally generated world challenges your tribe to adapt or perish. Will you evolve into a pack of stealthy hunters, a hardy group of gatherers, or a colorful mix of specialists? The choice is yours, but every decision ripples through generations, shaping your species’ destiny. With its charming art style, accessible yet deep mechanics, and a soundtrack that evokes the wild, Niche appeals to fans of survival sims and strategy games alike.
Core Features:
Genetics-Based Gameplay: Breed your creatures to inherit traits like speed, strength, or camouflage, experimenting with dominant and recessive genes.
Turn-Based Survival: Manage resources, explore hex-based maps, and protect your tribe from predators and environmental hazards.
Procedural Generation: Discover diverse biomes and face unpredictable challenges that test your adaptability.
Campaign Mode: Follow a light narrative as you guide your species from humble beginnings to dominance—or extinction.
Sandbox Freedom: Customize your starting conditions and play at your own pace in a creative mode.
Since its Steam debut in 2016, Niche: A Genetics Survival Game has cultivated a dedicated community, with Stray Fawn Studio providing updates and engaging with players to refine the experience. Perfect for those who enjoy titles like Spore, Don’t Starve, or Oxygen Not Included, Niche offers a delightful mix of science, strategy, and survival—proving that evolution is as much about heart as it is about genes. Available now on Steam!
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
WindowsmacOSSteamOS + Linux
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
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