Endling: Extinction is Forever

"An exciting, tragic and narratively impactful journey that deals with its themes in a bold and never sloppy way."

"The events in Endling create sad emotions but they do not connect with how mankind is destroying the Earth. Events happen and we&s;re supposed to feel something because they happened, but the emotions are diminished because there is no connection …"

"Endling may look nice, but it is a monotonous animal adventure with simple fox-feeding gameplay, bland skills, and restrictive exploration."

"Endling is about survival and a deep maternal feeling, thanks to which even in a depressed catastrophic world there is still hope for salvation and at least some kind of future. And that&s;s why it makes sense to fight until …"

"Endling: Extinction is Forever is narrative focused and has a good story. Its repetitive mechanics, however, can make the game tiring and difficult to play for many hours in a row. Even so, it&s;s worth it; although quite sad, it …"

"“Endling” isn’t the sort of game you might settle down to play after a long day of doomscrolling through social media; it’s the sort that forces you to confront the monstrous scale and toll of human activity on the ecosystem …"

"Endling - Extinction is Forever is a warning signal about humans that should pay more attention to their environment and avoid it being ruined by the pollution born out of greed. At the same time it is also a truly …"

"In Endling: Extinction Is Forever the urgency of survival and the pangs of hunger alternate wisely with more relaxed moments and touching discoveries, for an engaging and emotionally charged adventure. The story told by Herobeat Studio is silent, accompanied only …"

"Endling - Extinction is Forever is a harrowing and touching tale. It highlights mankind&s;s destructive nature and deadly touch. Furthermore, you&s;ll experience one mother&s;s unwavering love as she battles to keep her family alive. Heartwrenching, captivating and beautiful!"

"Endling: Extinction is Forever is a poignant piece of emotive short-form storytelling, telling a tale of survival that isn&s;t just a conversation starter, but one that asks for immediate change."

"Endling - Extinction is Forever is, first of all, a survival adventure for everyone since the difficulty setting is deliberately easy, so everybody will be able to enjoy the game at its fullest. The story is compelling and it deals …"

"It avoids feeling like a simple educational game while also hitting emotional highs that underscore humanity&s;s impact on animal populations. A story that becomes overly simplistic in its back half and some frustrating stealth sections aren&s;t enough to stop the …"

"Endling: Extinction is Forever is more than a game; it’s a statement. The commitment from Herobeat Studios’ to portray an honest view of how humans affect the environment is commendable. While there are heart-wrenching moments in the game that some …"

"‎Endling conveys a necessary message through a moving story and entertaining and satisfying gameplay. The herobeat Studios video game is a must.‎"

"When you’ve been playing 10 - 20 games a week for the last 4 years it can get to be a challenge for games to really stand out..."

"Endling – Extinction is Forever is a beautiful, heartfelt journey but one that is also tragic and cruel. It really goes into how man’s actions on the environment have far reaching consequences and I applaud Herobeat Studios for building a …"

"Endling: Extinction is Forever is a good game for survival fans and another reminder that humans suck. The story evokes a lot of emotion and tough choices. Overall this is a bitter-sweet game. The story is bitter, and the gameplay …"

"Brace for a brutally realistic graphical marvel with post-apocalyptic undertones and elements of ecopunk. Endling is a gripping, poignant adventure without much room for positive emotions. It sends a message that&s;s supposed to hurt."

"Endling: Extinction Is Forever may not be perfect, but the story and experience it provides is a cut above."

"Fraught, lonely, and emotionally devastating, Enderling: Extinction is Forever is a powerful example of the kinds of experiences that are only possible through the medium of video games."

"Endling: Extinction is Forever teaches care, emphasizes the hardships of being the only light in the dark tunnel for offspring. It is a true and fictional story at the same time. Bravo."

"Endling may be lacking on the difficulty side, but it more than makes up for it when it comes to delivering a breathtaking story about loss, survival and the environment, topped with a gorgeous art style and an impressive evolving …"

"The title may not be a good pick for casual gamers or those who enjoy survival narratives that are fantasy-driven, as it specifically focuses on displaying the real-world effects of habitat destruction and pollution. Despite this, Endling, Extinction is Forever …"

"Endling - Extinction is Forever is a short yet impactful adventure that, despite its extreme simplicity and repetitive gameplay, manages to engage players emotionally through a story told from a unique perspective. Its distinctive, carefully crafted atmosphere pairs perfectly with …"

"It feels weird to call Endling - Extinction is Forever’s brutal tale enjoyable, but it was. The unique survival gameplay from the perspective of a family of foxes combined with the dark themes and storyline is a captivating mix. Though …"

"The visuals are stunning, and the soundtrack excels at aiding in conveying the gravity of the bad, as well as the moments of light and joy included in the game. Overall, if you enjoy games with deeper meaning hidden beneath …"

"The shocking ending saves the day for a game that otherwise doesn&s;t rise above mediocrity in any of its individual elements."

"In Endling – Extinction is Forever, we follow a fox mother and her puppies in a desperate struggle for survival in a world destroyed by man. The environmental theme is obvious, but never so exaggerated that it annoys. Instead, we&s;re …"

"I hereby announce that Endling as the animal game of the year. I&s;m sorry Stray :("

"Endling - Extinction is Forever gives a cold hard look at what pollution and human cruelty are doing to the environment. The message is driven home as you fight tooth and claw to raise your fox cubs while navigating a …"

"Short but poignant; that’s ultimately what Endling: Extinction is Forever is. It perfectly conveys the horrors that mankind is capable of, and how it affects the land and animals around us. And it doesn’t pull any punches. There’s no happy …"

"Endling - Extinction is Forever is a bit of a gut punch- in the best way possible. It&s;s bleak and it&s;s oppressive, but it&s;s also surprisingly affecting, and in spite of some repetition, should keep you engaged throughout its brief …"

"Endling: Extinction is forever has many improvable aspects, from its level design to its core gameplay loop. And yet, its repetitive structure is exactly what it&s;s needed to fully make you feel like you are the fox with her little …"

"Endling - Extinction is Forever tells a sad story that is guaranteed to suck you in and trigger any maternal/paternal instincts you may have. Herobeat Studios has done a great job conveying an environmentally conscious story through the eyes of …"

"Herobeat Studios set out to create a game that raises environmental awareness, and in doing so they have created a heartfelt message in the form of a very charming video game. Endling: Extinction is Forever lacks some variety, but tugs …"

"Endling: Extinction is Forever hides a monotonous experience behind a striking visual aesthetic and an empty message about the relationship between humanity and the environment. The gameplay never fully commits to building the relationship between the mother and her cubs, …"