You’re the last fox on Earth. Your cubs rely on you for food, protection and love. You’re the one saving them from the dangers lurking around every corner in a bleak world. Endling is a side-scrolling survival adventure that will confront you with difficult decisions about your future.

What we love: The game’s deeper message about current environmental issues. Its low-poly aesthetic and intense soundtrack transport us into an apocalyptic setting – a world that has seen nature destroyed by humanity. If Endling’s story feels too close – and heart-wrenching – for comfort, the game is doing its job of making us take a moment to reflect.

Quick tip: Listen to background sounds carefully. Wearing headphones will make this survival game more immersive and help you pick up directional cues. When you’re hunting for food, your prey might give away its location by squeaking or splashing in the water.

Meet the creator: Indie gaming publisher HandyGames released award-winning adventure game El Hijo, Wreckfest and various strategy games.