Not My War is a top-down stealth and scavenging game set in a robot-patrolled post-war island—you play as a ferret trying to escape before time runs out. The setting alone makes it stand apart from everything else on this list. Free and in early access, the core scavenging loop already feels purposeful, and cosmetic monetization keeps paywalls out of the way. Systems are still evolving, though, and rough edges are part of the deal right now. Worth trying if mission-based survival with a distinct concept appeals to you more than yet another zombie sandbox.

Overview
About Not My War
Explore, survive, and escape a deadly island as a clever ferret. Not My War is a 3D isometric stealth and exploration game with a day-night cycle that turns time against you. Gather resources, help survivors, and repair your boat, but remember... the robots never rest.
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At a glance
- Released
- November 20, 2025
- Platforms
- PC
- Genres
- Adventure, Indie
- Play modes
- Single Player
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Playing together
Multiplayer & game modes
Not My War offers various play modes for different gaming experiences.
Play Modes
Single Player
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