Never Alone: Kisima Ingitchuna

About

Never Alone is a puzzle platformer built around a story shared for generations by the Iñupiat people of Alaska. You play as Nuna, a young girl navigating snowy wilderness with the help of an Arctic Fox. Switch between the two to solve environmental puzzles and overcome hazards like shifting ice and deep water. The game blends exploration with narrative, using voiceover in the Iñupiaq language and cultural insights from community members involved in its creation. The game stands out for its respectful integration of Iñupiat traditions and storytelling, offering co-op play for added teamwork challenges. It runs on multiple platforms including consoles and mobile devices, making it accessible for solo or shared sessions. With a 70.5 score from 184 user ratings on IGDB, it’s a quiet but meaningful adventure that balances gameplay with cultural history.

Storyline

Experience the epic journey of a young Iñupiat girl (Nuna) and an Arctic Fox as they set out to find the source of the eternal blizzard which threatens the survival of everything they have ever known.