Most strategy games have enemy armies to fight against, this game just has the inexorable passage of time and the cruel harshness of an uncaring world.

I take some issues with the rather static graphics and the lack of world map, but overall I find the game has a real charm with the designs and sound effects put on the backdrop of a cruel, unforgiving world. It may not be what you expect, but in many ways it's better. If you go in expecting something more like a virtual pet, you'll be a bit taken aback by what is actually super complex strategy making up the core gameplay of Niche. Normally these games tend to be a bit more adventure-centric or try to emulate the old Tomagotchi pets. If you're like me, you're probably thinking to yourself that a turn-based strategy game is an odd choice of genre for this sort of game. I also was a fan of that old Creatures game and I am one of those that Spore disappointed. What can I say? After being raised by Pokemon, just hearing the word 'Evolution' has the same effect on me as a heavy narcotic (I'd imagine). Fun fact: I was actually one of the backers on Niche by Stray Fawn Studios.