Incaendium

Runner games are popular nowadays because they are one of those game genres where you can slap pretty much any theme on and it will still work, regardless of whether we are talking about fantasy, sci-fi, cyberpunk etc. As such, an endless runner themed around a magical forest and with subtle environmental messages shouldn't be much of a surprise for anyone. That wound be the case with Incaendium, an endless runner where you play as a stag running away from a forest fire.

While the term "forest fire" may not exactly inspire rest and relaxation, you can't help but let yourself be carried away by the game's soundtrack, as it is one of the most soothing and relaxing soundtracks you may ever have the honor of hearing. Curiously enough, the soundtrack is incredibly out of place considering you play as a stag running through the forest trying to avoid getting consumed by a raging forest fire.

As a stag, you will have the ability to run, dash, jump and double-jump, but keep in mind that any moves aside from basic running will consume energy.  This energy will be replenished by gathering the butterflies you meet along the way, and you'll be able to tell whether the stag has enough energy to perform special moves by the fact that his antlers will start glowing.

The forest is filled with obstacles, so you'll have to use your special moves frequently in order to survive for as long as possible. Falling into holes means instant death, and getting stuck in the red shrubs will slow you down a lot, usually enough for the fire behind you to catch up and turn you into roasted venison.

While Incaendium may not be as flashy as other runner games, the unique art style and the soundtrack alone warrant it to be considered a relaxing experience, and should be a in any gamer's library, especially if they like to unwind and just relax and contemplate for a change.