Niche: A Genetics Survival Game

September 15, 2017 Stray Fawn Studio Stray Fawn Studio
Simulator Strategy Indie Card & Board Game
PS4 Linux PC Mac XONE Switch
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Niche - a genetics survival game is a turn-based strategy game combined with simulation and roguelike elements. Shape your own species of animals based on real genetics. Keep your species alive against all odds, such as predators, climate change and spreading sickness.
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82.5
Critic Score
75.4
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Release Date September 15, 2017
Developer Stray Fawn Studio
Publisher Stray Fawn Studio
Game Modes Single player
Themes Survival, Sandbox, Educational, Kids
Niche: A Genetics Survival Game

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