Castaways

About

Castaways is a deserted island survival game where players build shelters, explore, and gather resources to survive. The game allows for solo or multiplayer experiences, fostering teamwork and collaboration in a stranded island adventure. With a variety of tools, materials, and exotic creatures, Castaways offers a unique and immersive survival experience.

Genres & Tags

Adventure

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

48%

Audience ScoreBased on 72 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

graphics2 negative mentions

The game has great potential and offers a cute art style that many players appreciate.
Recent updates have improved load times and fixed some initial issues, making the game more enjoyable.
Players find the gameplay fun and relaxing, with the ability to build and farm, which adds to the overall experience.

Many players experience significant glitches, including being unable to move or access the game properly.
The game lacks clear instructions, making it difficult for players to understand how to progress or complete tasks.
There are ongoing issues with loading screens and age verification that prevent players from even starting the game.

graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The graphics of the game are visually appealing, featuring a gorgeous art style; however, players express frustration over the lack of adjustable settings for graphics quality, which limits optimization and performance.
- “The art style looks gorgeous too.”
- “Other games with higher graphics stick to 38-42° so I hope this one can be better optimized someday.”
- “It's a Minecraft-like game (Skyblock), but the downside is that it doesn't have any settings, so you cannot adjust or change the graphics/quality.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy of the game is generally well-received, with players noting that it is acceptable for a free title, and many report not encountering any ads after an hour of gameplay.
- “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “I was disappointed to find that many features are locked behind a paywall, making it hard to progress without spending real money.”
- “The in-game purchases are not balanced, and it feels like you have to pay to compete with other players.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users suggest that the story could be enhanced by incorporating daily quests that reward players with dabloons, adding a layer of engagement and motivation to the narrative experience.
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The gameplay is highly praised for being enjoyable and relaxing, providing a great experience for players.
- “Gameplay is great, fun, and relaxing.”
- “The mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play.”
- “I love how engaging the gameplay is; it keeps me coming back for more.”