Inua: A Story in Ice and Time is a rare gem in the mobile adventure space. It is a hauntingly beautiful point-and-click narrative that weaves together three distinct eras of the Canadian Far North. The way the game connects a 19th-century sailor, a 1950s filmmaker, and a modern-day journalist through the legend of Nanurluk is nothing short of masterful. The 'idea-planting' mechanic, where you find concepts in one era and plant them in the minds of characters in another, makes you feel like a ghost influencing the flow of history.
The art direction is breathtaking, utilizing a diorama style that feels tactile and alive. More importantly, the game was developed in collaboration with Inuit writers and advisors, ensuring that the folklore and history are treated with the respect and depth they deserve. It’s more than just a game; it’s a moving, mystical experience that explores themes of survival, time, and the consequences of our choices. If you appreciate high-quality storytelling, this is an absolute must-play.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.0.3Thu Feb 17 2022
Bug on the end kinematics fixed.
A Mystical Game in the Canadian Far north
Set off on a mystical journey to the Canadian Far North with Inua: a story in ice and time, a point & click narrative adventure spanning multiple eras.
Meet Taïna, a present-day reporter determined to discover the truth behind the disappearance of the Terror, one of the ship of the Franklin expedition whose goal was to explore the Arctic in the 19th century. Her destiny is mysteriously linked to that of Peter, a young filmmaker covering a military expedition in the 1950s and Simon, a sailor of the Franklin expedition struggling to keep his crew alive.
Navigate through time to discover what links them together. Search for ideas, instill them in the characters' minds and guide them toward Nanurluk, the mythical polar bear who lived 10 000 years ago.
A Mystical Time Travel Experience
Go on an adventure in the far North of Canada, navigate through the ages, and interact with the past to change the present. In Inua, you’ll need to unravel space-time to solve mysteries and guide the characters on their journey. Move from scene to scene, era to era, and uncover events of the past, unearthing new ideas that influence the characters' minds. Help Simon, Peter, and Taïna overcome the obstacles standing in their way, and change the course of history.
A Historical Saga
The original and supernatural scenario of Inua is based on a very real story: that of the Franklin expedition, a British mission in the 19th century to explore the Arctic that resulted in shipwreck, disease, and mutiny. The fate of this expedition is still largely unknown. Gather clues and discover its history!
Inua - A Story in Ice and Time:
- A fantasy tale based on incredible historical facts..
- An extraordinary story inspired by Inuit tales and legends, with support from Inuit writer Thomassie Mangiok and advisors Billy Gauthier and Monica Ittusardjuat.
- A game designed by the creators of Bury Me, My Love, and Vignettes, adapted from the original story by Nathalie Frassoni and Frédéric Bouvier, with the breathtaking artistic direction of Delphine Fourneau from the Klondike collective.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Explore time and space, influence character decisions, and change history
A Mystical Game in the Canadian Far north
Set off on a mystical journey to the Canadian Far North with Inua: a story in ice and time, a point & click narrative adventure spanning multiple eras.
Meet Taïna, a present-day reporter determined to discover the truth behind the disappearance of the Terror, one of the ship of the Franklin expedition whose goal was to explore the Arctic in the 19th century. Her destiny is mysteriously linked to that of Peter, a young filmmaker covering a military expedition in the 1950s and Simon, a sailor of the Franklin expedition struggling to keep his crew alive.
Navigate through time to discover what links them together. Search for ideas, instill them in the characters' minds and guide them toward Nanurluk, the mythical polar bear who lived 10 000 years ago.
A Mystical Time Travel Experience
Go on an adventure in the far North of Canada, navigate through the ages, and interact with the past to change the present. In Inua, you’ll need to unravel space-time to solve mysteries and guide the characters on their journey. Move from scene to scene, era to era, and uncover events of the past, unearthing new ideas that influence the characters' minds. Help Simon, Peter, and Taïna overcome the obstacles standing in their way, and change the course of history.
A Historical Saga
The original and supernatural scenario of Inua is based on a very real story: that of the Franklin expedition, a British mission in the 19th century to explore the Arctic that resulted in shipwreck, disease, and mutiny. The fate of this expedition is still largely unknown. Gather clues and discover its history!
Inua - A Story in Ice and Time:
- A fantasy tale based on incredible historical facts..
- An extraordinary story inspired by Inuit tales and legends, with support from Inuit writer Thomassie Mangiok and advisors Billy Gauthier and Monica Ittusardjuat.
- A game designed by the creators of Bury Me, My Love, and Vignettes, adapted from the original story by Nathalie Frassoni and Frédéric Bouvier, with the breathtaking artistic direction of Delphine Fourneau from the Klondike collective.
















Inua is a point-and-click narrative adventure inspired by the tragic Franklin expedition. Navigate through time to guide Simon, Peter, and Taïna as they unravel a mystery spanning centuries. By exploring 3D dioramas and planting ideas in characters' minds, you will help them overcome obstacles and interact with the mythical Nanurluk to change the course of history.
Breathtaking 3D diorama art style
Authentic Inuit storytelling and folklore
Unique 'idea-planting' puzzle mechanic
Emotional story spanning multiple eras
Point-and-click exploration
Interact with objects in the environment to find 'ideas.' Once you have an idea, you can drag it onto a character to influence their thoughts and unlock new dialogue or actions.
The Pixel Hunt / IKO has teamed up with ARTE France to take players on a journey through the Great North in Inua: A Story in Ice and Time.
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Switch between the 1840s, 1950s, and the present day. What you discover in the modern era might provide the key for a sailor in the past to survive the harsh Arctic winter.
Yes, it is based on the real-life mystery of the Franklin expedition, a 19th-century British Arctic mission.