World Wide

Canada

United States

United Kingdom

France

Germany

Russia

Sweden

Norway

Denmark

<p>In games, animals have always featured heavily, whether they show up as anthropomorphic heroes like Sonic or as trusty side-kicks to the protagonist, such as <em>Fallout 4</em>&#39;s Dogmeat, or Geralt of Rivia&#39;s Roach. In life, animals have, for eons, been our constant companions for adventure, or simply survival. And in legend, we humans sometimes transform into animals ourselves.</p>
<p>In keeping with that mythical tradition, anyone interested in trading swords for claws should check out the following titles which offer the chance to step out of shoes and into paws and hooves. All of these games are scheduled for release in the near future, so if anthropomorphic adventuring is your thing, mark your calendars and get them on your wishlists.</p>
<h2 id="_waytothewoods_"><em>Way to the Woods</em></h2>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TDjbZyvvyu0" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
<p><em>Way to the Woods</em> follows the journey of a deer and a fawn who must traverse an abandoned world in order to return home. With inspirations ranging from Naughty Dog&#39;s cult classic <em>The Last of Us</em> to Studio Ghibli&#39;s <em>Princess Mononoke</em> and <em>Spirited Away</em>, players can expect gameplay that emphasizes the environment.</p>
<p>With magic and post-apocalyptic themes hinted at in the trailers and descriptions, this is a title that promises a rich story alongside its beguiling atmosphere. If you&#39;ve enjoyed games such as <em>Flower</em> and <em>Journey</em>, <em>Way to the Woods</em> is a title to keep an eye on.</p>
<p><em>Way to the Woods</em> is set to release in Q4 2021.</p>
<h2 id="_endling_"><em>Endling</em></h2>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2rCLc-WXOFo" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
<p>Set in a near-future dystopia, <em>Endling</em> follows a mother fox and her cubs — the last of their species — as she attempts to guide them to the only remaining safe haven on Earth. Using animal-specific mechanics, such as utilizing a fox&#39;s keen sense of smell to create trackable scent trails, <em>Endling</em> emphasizes the animal&#39;s relationship with the environment.</p>
<p>Players also have to raise their cubs along the way — in addition to finding shelter and food for your family, you must ensure the cubs are kept safe and also learn the skills needed to survive the dangerous world. Between predators and pollution, it will be no easy task. Fans of <em>Lost Ember</em> are likely to enjoy <em>Endling</em>.</p>
<p><em>Endling</em> is set to release in Q4 2021. <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/898890/Endling/">Learn More on Steam</a></p>
<h2 id="_stray_"><em>Stray</em></h2>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/P4l6uWxe-vk" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
<p><em>Stray</em> takes the loveable hijinks of cats and puts them to use in a cybercity adventure. In the game, the player embodies a stray cat who is injured and separated from its family group. The journey takes players through a crumbling city of humanoid robots and mysterious — sometimes threatening — creatures.</p>
<p>A cat&#39;s dexterity, speed, and agility are the keys to success when passing through sections of the city&#39;s dark underbelly. It&#39;s difficult to imagine any other animal more perfectly suited for <em>Stray&#39;s</em> fast-paced gameplay, complete with a feline-specific cuddliness that endears the eponymous wanderer to players and in-game droids alike. The cat&#39;s abilities are supplemented by a small drone named B12, and together, they might just unravel the mysteries surrounding the long-forgotten city, and escape.</p>
<p><em>Stray</em> is set to release in 2022. <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/1332010/Stray/?utm_source=gamewebsite&amp;utm_campaign=sitevisit&amp;utm_medium=web">Learn More on Steam</a></p>
<h2 id="_awaythesurvivalseries_"><em>Away: The Survival Series</em></h2>
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/csHAYiZnn_s" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
<p><em>AWAY</em> is a story-based adventure game where you play a young sugar glider who embarks on a journey to rescue his family. It plays like an interactive Planet Earth documentary, with a narrator documenting and tracking the player as they traverse the natural world. There are a variety of environments to move through and even some opportunities to play as different, discoverable creatures like salamanders, frogs, beetles, foxes, and many more!</p>
<p>There are several ways to navigate the open world in <em>AWAY</em>— players can choose to sneak, stalk, or fly their way through the forest. Whether blazing forward on the main mission or exploring off the beaten path, <em>AWAY</em> promises plenty of action in lush environments.</p>
<p><em>AWAY: The Survival Series</em> is set to release on September 28, 2021. <a href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/750200/AWAY_The_Survival_Series/">Learn More on Steam</a></p>

Swap swords for claws and shoes for paws in these upcoming anthropomorphic animal titles.

Embrace Your Inner Beast in Our Animal Games Roundup