ISLANDERS Reviews

great game to chill, relax and play mindlessly while you're listening to someone yapping in the background and barely paying attention to them, 10/10

This game is very interesting, so far i'm just building things trying to figure out the points. But I will keep playing to show my support.

The game is above all a minimalist and beautiful-looking puzzle, rather than a classic city builder. I really love the design and the mechanics. You can create wonderful cities on the randomly generated islands, but to make progress in the game you have to place and combine the buildings wisely in order to generate enough points to reach certain thresholds. Progress in the later stages of the game increasingly depends on RNG while generating the islands, but I personally wasn't too bothered by starting a new run after landing on an "impossible" island due to bad luck. For me, the game is a very clever mix of relaxation and challenge.

I can't believe how great this little game is. I'm afraid to open this game because I know I will be sucked into a set for days!

What a wonderful little time that can be had in this cozy game.

100 times more addictive than it looks. Lovely visuals, mesmerizing soundtrack and great progression mechanics. You can play it a thousand times and never feel bored by it. Also the price is too low for something this enjoyable. 10/10

Its fun and all but its a bit too much RNG with some of the islands, which just makes getting the achievements a bit tedious

quite enjoyable, despite the small amount of content and mechanics

I recommend this game if you're looking for a total chill-out experience. The game is not hard to learn; it's pretty straightforward—you place buildings, and each one grants points based on its surroundings. Some buildings benefit from being near specific structures, while others impose penalties if placed too close together. Your goal is to accumulate enough points to progress to the next island. The scoring system encourages strategic placement, making each decision matter. Since the islands are procedurally generated, every playthrough feels fresh, adding to the game's replayability. The soundtrack is great and perfectly suits the game's relaxing nature—chill, lofi-style music that complements the atmosphere. Visually, the game looks nice; everything connects well, and the art direction is clear and cohesive. The minimalist design is simple but effective, ensuring a clean and aesthetically pleasing experience. While I didn't feel the urge to play for hours on end, it’s an enjoyable experience that I can see myself returning to from time to time. "Islanders" isn't about deep, complex strategy—it's about creating, relaxing, and enjoying the process.

Personally not a fan. I was looking for a city builder game and didn't love that you are constantly starting over. If I had known the full extent I'd probably have skipped this one. If you're interested in a city builder game specifically i'd skip this. If you're okay with starting over and not having a consistent island to continue, definitely pick it up on sale. I wish I could give a more neutral rating vs yes recommend or no... but personally it wasn't what I was looking for.