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Auf Abwegen

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2019

Should you play it?

Explore the beauty and dangers of nature in this narrative mini-puzzle-platformer - a one-man project from Kindman. Slip into the role of a red fox in its natural habitat - feed your family and survive the threats of the forest - and humans too!

What works

  • Unique atmospheric horror experience
  • Interesting and symbolic story
  • Beautiful art style and music
  • Free to play
  • Challenging platforming and puzzles

Things to keep in mind

  • Frustrating and unresponsive controls
  • Short game length
  • High difficulty spikes
  • Lack of save system
  • Some confusing gameplay mechanics

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Auf Abwegen: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Status. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence.

Last update: 24/08/2026