Indie · 2020
The Last Survey
Immerses players in a gripping narrative where you play as a geologist hired by a Brazilian mining firm to assess rare earth metal deposits. These metals—nickel, silver, cobalt, and platinum—are vital for electronics, green tech, and even game development hardware. Your findings reveal a looming crisis: Earth’s finite reserves can’t meet rising global demand for electric vehicles, solar panels, and advanced tech. Presenting stark conclusions to CEO Victor Ferreira, your choices could push the company toward sustainable practices—or ignore the warning signs. The game blends over 1,500 hand-drawn digital artworks, a Choose-Your-Own-Adventure structure, and a haunting banda sonora by Lewis Kopenhafer. Its story critiques capitalism, resource extraction, and corporate greed, offering multiple endings shaped by your decisions. Praised for its emotional depth and visual artistry, it challenges players to confront uncomfortable truths about progress and scarcity. A thought-provoking experience that lingers long after the credits roll. This title redefines narrative-driven.