Never Alone (Kisima Ingitchuna)

Entrant 2015


CREATOR
Upper One Games / E-Line Media

Description

Never Alone is an atmospheric puzzle platform game for 1- or 2-players built in partnership with the Alaska Native community. It delves deeply into the traditional lore of the Iñupiat people of the Arctic to present a game experience like no other.

Play as both Girl and Fox - switch between the two characters at any time. Girl and Fox must work together to overcome challenges and puzzles as each has unique skills and abilities. A second player can join at any time for local co-op play.

Explore perilous Arctic environments, from tundra to coastal villages, from ice floes to a mysterious forest. Brace yourself against gale-force winds, blizzards, and treacherous mountains. Meet fascinating characters from Iñupiaq folklore - Manslayer, the Little People, Helping Spirits, Blizzard Man and more. Never Alone was crafted in partnership with Alaska Native elders and storytellers for true authenticity.

Hear the story of Kunuuksaayuka as told by a master Iñupiat storyteller in the spoken Iñupiaq language -- a first for a commercial video game.

Unlock special video Insights recorded by the Iñupiaq community to share their wisdom, stories and perspective.


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