Report updated Apr 3, 2026
Endling
v1.3.2Gamers who enjoy narrative-driven, emotionally resonant indie games and those interested in environmental themes.
What Is Endling?
Launched Feb 7, 2023
Updated Feb 2026
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
An emotionally driven story focusing on the impact of human activity on the environment through the eyes of a fox.
Players must feed, protect, and teach survival skills to their cubs, with each cub having unique personalities and fears.
Utilize the cover of night to navigate environments and avoid threats while resting during the day.
Navigate through various devastated environments based on real-world ecological issues.
Hunt for food and find safe lairs to ensure the survival of the litter.
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a thrilled sentiment. Users appreciate emotional storytelling and visuals and art style, but report technical bugs and crashes and high difficulty/gameplay frustration.”
What Users Love
Wonderfull, emotional game that lives rent free in your head.
This is more like 'an experience' rather than just being a game.
From the graphics, to the art style and the music... this game truly has it all.
The animation is great and there's no ads!
Pain Points
When I try to open it, the game closed by itself.
When I get the squeeze threw skill the mama’s foxes eye is closed.
It's a hard but good game but the ending y
Finding foods is more challenging than you thought, also hunters are everywhere.
High confidence · 99 reviews available
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Exceptional artistic direction and atmospheric sound design.
- Strong emotional hook driving high user engagement.
- Premium, ad-free experience builds brand trust.
- Unique cub-based survival mechanics.
Cons
- Technical instability and crashes on Android devices.
- Steep difficulty curve (specifically around Day 19).
- Visual glitches and animation bugs that break immersion.
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Introduce difficulty settings or a 'Story Mode' for accessibility.
- Partner with environmental NGOs for cross-promotion.
- Expand narrative content through DLC or 'Lost Chapters'.
Market Threats
- Niche genre limits total addressable market.
- Technical bugs on Android leading to negative reviews and refunds.
- Competition from high-quality F2P narrative titles.
What are the key takeaways?
Endling is a thrilling games app that is a paid app. With a 4.3/5 rating from 1.2K reviews, it thrills its users from users. Users particularly appreciate emotional storytelling, though technical bugs and crashes remains a common concern.
Best for: Gamers who enjoy narrative-driven, emotionally resonant indie games and those interested in environmental themes.
How much does it cost?
Model: paid
Premium pricing model with no mention of in-app purchases or subscriptions, focusing on a complete, ad-free experience.
iOS Version
1.3.2
Android Version
1.3.3
Release Date
Feb 7, 2023
iOS Price
$1.99
Android Price
$1.99
Developer
HandyGames