The End: Inari's Quest

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You embody a fox in captivity in a cyberpunk world. A mysterious divinity sets you free and asks you to join her on a quest to find the last humans in this world. During this adventure you must protect your cub from various threats: irradiated rats, random behaving drones, and dangerous cyborgs. But you must also be smart and memorize your way around the city and solves puzzles to avoid exposing y…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

39%

Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

atmosphere8 positive mentions

gameplay4 negative mentions

The game features stunning graphics and a beautifully designed cyberpunk environment that immerses players.
The concept of protecting a fox cub while navigating through puzzles adds an interesting thematic element.
Customizable controls allow players to adjust settings to their preference, which is a positive aspect for accessibility.

The game is extremely short, with most players completing it in under an hour, leading to a lack of content.
Controls are poorly designed and clunky, making gameplay frustrating and unresponsive.
The game lacks polish and has numerous technical issues, including crashes and poor AI behavior, which detracts from the overall experience.

gameplay
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
53%
27%
The gameplay has been widely criticized for being unplayable due to frequent crashes and a lack of a save feature, leading to significant frustration. Players have noted poor mechanics, such as the restrictive baby-carrying mechanic, and janky controls that detract from the experience. While the game's graphics and atmosphere are praised, the overall gameplay is described as boring and lacking depth, with many reviewers expressing hope for future improvements.
- “The game itself is good; it offers a good cyberpunk atmosphere and a simple but effective gameplay.”
- “Very interesting mechanics.”
- “The core mechanic is that you have to protect a fox cub.”
- “Before we get into the specifics, it's important to point out that for me at least, the game is simply unplayable because it crashes to desktop after about 30 seconds of gameplay, and there's no save feature either.”
- “The frustration comes from really poorly thought out game mechanics like the only way to protect your baby is to carry it, which locks you out of other abilities. This is more annoying than interesting.”
- “It's janky and unsatisfying to play. Any experienced gamer will tell you that the handling, responsiveness, and general gameplay feel of the control scheme must be well polished for this kind of game to succeed.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
50%
25%
The story of "The End: Inari's Quest" is described as minimal and lacking depth, primarily conveyed through text overlays, which some players found atmospheric but ultimately unsatisfying. While it serves as an introduction to a larger narrative, many reviewers criticized its abrupt ending and lack of meaningful themes, suggesting that the game feels more like a visual showcase than a fully realized story. Overall, the narrative is seen as underdeveloped, leaving players wanting more substance and coherence.
- “And even though it's a short game with just a few story bits narrated through text overlays, it still gets the mood across.”
- “I get it, it's part 1 and as an introduction to a story it's pretty and interesting. It's only $3.99, so it's entertaining in its own way for an hour or so.”
- “Neat story and concept.”
- “There is no real meaningful story or theme here, and that is one of the major issues.”
- “It should present some challenges and have a storyline that does not just stop abruptly because the developers gave up.”
- “Wow, what a Pulitzer of a story right there.”
atmosphere
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
10%
10%
The atmosphere of "The End: Inari's Quest" is widely praised for its stunning visuals and immersive cyberpunk elements, enhanced by captivating graphics and music. While the game excels in creating a beautiful and engaging environment, some players feel that it falls short in level design and gameplay mechanics. Overall, it is recommended for those who appreciate atmospheric experiences, particularly within the sci-fi genre.
- “The end: Inari's Quest is an atmospherically beautiful visual experience.”
- “The atmosphere, the neon lighting, and the ending make it a game that is worth owning.”
- “The game itself is good; it offers a great cyberpunk atmosphere with simple but effective gameplay.”
- “This game has astonishing graphics and a great cyberpunk atmosphere, but lacks in level design, mechanics, and playtime.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The game's graphics are widely praised for their fantastic quality and attention to detail, creating an impressive cyberpunk atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. While the visuals are commendable, some reviewers note that the level design and gameplay mechanics do not match the high standard set by the graphics.
- “The graphics are nice for a game so cheap, and the environments include subways, tunnels, streets, apartments, corridors, and squares.”
- “Aesthetically, a lot of time has been spent on making every little nook and cranny fit in.”
- “This game has astonishing graphics and a great cyberpunk atmosphere.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the atmosphere, fitting seamlessly with the graphics and overall ambiance. Reviewers appreciate how the soundtrack complements the setting, contributing to an immersive experience.
- “The graphics are good and the music fits the ambience.”
- “I really wanted to recommend this game; I love the setting, the music, colors, and most of all: foxes.”
- “But it has an amazing atmosphere; the graphics and music create a captivating experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its intense and heart-wrenching gameplay, where players control a fox protecting its vulnerable kit from various threats, evoking feelings of frustration and empathy reminiscent of similar titles like Shelter.
- “The game beautifully captures the bond between the fox and its kit, making every moment of danger feel heart-wrenching and emotionally charged.”
- “Playing as a parent fox trying to protect its young from various threats creates a deeply emotional experience that resonates with the player's instincts.”
- “The combination of stunning visuals and a poignant storyline evokes a strong emotional response, making you truly care for the characters involved.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect tedious due to long pick-up and put-down animations, which make back-and-forth tasks feel monotonous, especially when the puzzle objects are placed far apart.
- “I tried to alternate quickly between the cub and the object back and forth, but the first puzzle object is incredibly far away from where you need it, and the pick-up/put-down animation is needlessly long, making it incredibly boring and tedious.”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and repetitive, with little reward for the time invested.”
- “I found myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which made the gameplay feel monotonous and unengaging.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches and a lack of polish that detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, players have noted poorly translated instructions, further contributing to the feeling that the game is unfinished.
- “The game glitches out and just doesn't feel finished or polished.”
- “Be prepared for weird and poorly written English instructions.”
- “The frequent crashes make it nearly unplayable at times.”