Ecology
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Folk Emerging is a 4X strategy sim entirely set inside the first few turns of a Civilization game, and I think it has huge potential
Folk Emerging is a 4X strategy simulation game that focuses on the early turns of a Civilization-like experience, set in the Paleolithic era. The game emphasizes tribal survival, resource management, and adaptation to a dynamic environment rather than traditional city-building. It offers a unique take on the genre by highlighting ecological pressures and the need for constant movement, with potential for deep tribal management and emergent narratives.
Solarpunk review – cosy and sustainable survival
Solarpunk is a cosy, open-world survival game that offers a sustainable and ecologically friendly approach to the genre. Players explore floating islands, craft tools, grow crops, and build bases at a relaxed pace, with optional co-op available. While it features some bugs and a leisurely progression that may not suit everyone, its admirable lack of hand-holding and unique atmosphere make it a compelling experience.
Play a parasitic brain mushroom in Signet City, the first-person fungalpunk RPG from the creator of Citizen Sleeper
Jump Over The Age, known for Citizen Sleeper, has announced Signet City, a first-person fungalpunk RPG. Players will embody a parasitic spore inhabiting the brains of residents in a British coastal town, influencing their lives and uncovering stories. The game draws inspiration from the industrial collapse of UK cities in the 1980s and ecological concepts.
Reclaim a wounded planet in cosy management game BioEden – demo now on Steam
Broken Arms Games has announced Bio Eden, an ecologically-minded management game set to launch on September 3rd for PC, with a demo available now on Steam. The game tasks players with restoring a wasteland planet by managing resources, recycling materials, and reintroducing extinct animals. Future releases are planned for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.
Rewilders: The Lost Spring Puts Ecology First in Action Roguelite That Actually Matters
Herobeat Studios has announced Rewilders: The Lost Spring, an action roguelite focused on ecological restoration. Players control Abi, who uses collected creatures called Hântu to combat environmental devastation. The game builds on the themes of Herobeat's previous title, Endling - Extinction is Forever, and is expected to release on Xbox platforms, potentially including Xbox Game Pass.
Earth Day 2026: Release date announcement of «The Guardian of Nature», the mycelium-themed cozy point-and-click puzzle adventure game.
Inlusio Interactive announced that its debut game, The Guardian of Nature, will fully release on May 21, 2026, on Steam, exiting Early Access. This hand-drawn, hand-animated point-and-click puzzle adventure focuses on mycelium networks and ecological themes. The studio has partnered with PlanetPlay's 'Battle for the Habitats' initiative to support ecosystem protection.
This gorgeous underwater city-builder just got a release date. Here’s why I’m already hooked
The underwater city-builder Life Below, developed by Megapop and published by Kasedo Games, is set to release on May 26 for PC. The game focuses on rebuilding a coral reef ecosystem, managing marine life as its population, and combating environmental threats with a blend of sci-fi storytelling and grounded ecological principles. The developer collaborated with marine biologists to ensure authenticity, and the game features a vibrant art style and a sprawling tech tree.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Review - Department of Rathalos Conservation | Wccftech
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection review highlights the game's focus on ecological balance and conservation efforts, suggesting it's about more than just hunting. The game emphasizes setting up ecosystems for future generations.
15 Incredible Sci-Fi Movies from 2024 Worth Your Time
This list highlights 15 notable science fiction movies released in 2024, covering a wide range of subgenres and styles. The selection includes animated features like The Wild Robot and Transformers One, as well as live-action films such as Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and A Quiet Place: Day One, showcasing the genre's diversity.
The Pokémon Company Is Actively Recruiting PhD Holders With Backgrounds in Ecology to Work in Tokyo - IGN
The Pokémon Company is actively seeking PhD holders with backgrounds in ecology to join their team in Tokyo. The company is looking for candidates with research experience in animal and plant ecology, offering a significant bonus for those with a PhD. This recruitment aims to bring real-world ecological knowledge into the development of future Pokémon games and designs.
