Never Alone (2014)

 PC
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 30
  3. Negative: 2 out of 30
  1. Joystiq
    Dec 10, 2014
    90
    Never Alone is a glimpse into the real lives of Alaska Natives, and it's a peek at a different kind of fairy tale.
  2. CalmDownTom
    Dec 9, 2014
    90
    Never Alone attempts to portray the message that the connection between individuals and communities and how the ties that bind them together, can overcome the most seemingly impossible tasks. And whether you play by yourself or with a friend, the journey will be just as exciting and thrilling for the players as it is for Nuna.
  3. PC Gamer
    Nov 24, 2014
    85
    A beautiful, fascinating exploration of a world that may soon be nothing more than fantasy.
  5. Ragequit.gr
    Dec 18, 2014
    84
    Half-platform, half-documentary Never Alone uses videogames as an expressive medium to get us in touch with a civilization that has been dealing with nature's hardships for centuries. If you choose to ignore its short duration, you will find that you will learn a valuable lesson or two from its simple yet effective storytelling.
  6. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 5, 2015
    80
    Magical and atmospheric platformer that will teach you few things and also will touch your soul. Two-player co-op is highly recommended. [Issue#248]
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  7. Games.cz
    Dec 3, 2014
    80
    Never Alone combines gameplay of Limbo with a trip to the Arctic Circle and with an exotic document. Although none of the parts is perfect, together they create a remarkable experience.
  8. Guardian
    Dec 3, 2014
    80
    Never Alone is quite a short game, but its charm, coupled with the opportunity to explore a culture you might not know much about, makes it utterly captivating.
  9. 4P.de
    Dec 1, 2014
    80
    An interesting combination of documentary and classic videogame experience.
  10. Hooked Gamers
    Nov 29, 2014
    80
    Although Never Alone began life as a learning tool for the Inupiat youth, the game is definitely entertaining
  11. God is a Geek
    Nov 17, 2014
    80
    Even with some hiccups when playing single-player, the attention to detail in this beautiful story all about friendship is bliss.
  12. Pelit (Finland)
    Jan 21, 2015
    78
    An atmospheric platformer that offers little new gameplay-wise, but it's quite enjoyable while it lasts, especially with a friend. The fact that it's based on Alaskan indigenous folklore is what makes it really stand out. [Jan 2015]
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  13. Softpedia
    Jan 12, 2015
    75
    The way it's all designed, with gameplay and narration interspersed with relevant background videos exploring the importance of the things you’ve just uncovered, further serves to make the entire experience meaningful and endearing.
  14. Kill Screen
    Dec 4, 2014
    75
    Never Alone remains graceful. Its most depressing moment reminds us that if a small girl can survive the harshest of conditions and the meanest of fates, so can we. Life goes on; the spirits never leave us.
  15. GameOver.gr
    Nov 28, 2014
    75
    It's charming, beautiful and with lots of hidden (and not sot hidden) messages, but Never Alone fails to create a strong bond with the player like Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons did.

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User Score
6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 126 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 126
  2. Mixed: 63 out of 126
  3. Negative: 27 out of 126
  1. Technopiper
    Dec 9, 2014
    2
    Adorable main characters and political correctness cannot hide the fact that this is a very poor game. All you do is jump, skid, and hop. ThenAdorable main characters and political correctness cannot hide the fact that this is a very poor game. All you do is jump, skid, and hop. Then you are rewarded by a short native lore. That's it, that's the only connect between native culture and this game. I was attracted by the two main characters but they are the only thing appealing in this game. That isn't good enough. Don't play this.… Full Review »
  2. Ne42
    Jan 9, 2015
    2
    This "game" could possibly be better if it was just a movie or an animation. The only challenge in this game is poor controls and unintuitiveThis "game" could possibly be better if it was just a movie or an animation. The only challenge in this game is poor controls and unintuitive puzzles, which often make no sense. The 2 points are only for pretty visauls and movie clips, which are somewhat interesting. Other than that the game itself is zero.… Full Review »
  3. zombiechan
    Jan 1, 2015
    8
    It's a cute little puzzle solving platformer. It's pretty simple game play and has a few bugs but it is a great game to pick up for your kid.It's a cute little puzzle solving platformer. It's pretty simple game play and has a few bugs but it is a great game to pick up for your kid. The characters are cute and the game has little videos educating about the culture.… Full Review »
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