Isla Sinaloa

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Isla Sinaloa is a single player open world simulation game with business and kids themes. It was developed by EnsenaSoft and was released on October 10, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Isla Sinaloa is a relaxing game full of activities to enjoy on a peaceful island in a universe full of friendly animals

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68%

Audience ScoreBased on 74 reviews

emotional2 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is fun and relaxing, making it a good time-waster for players.
It has a charming concept with the potential for growth and new content as you progress.
Isla Sinaloa is a free game that offers a simple and easy-to-learn experience, making it suitable for children and casual gamers.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating to play.
Graphics and character designs are often described as unsettling and lack the charm found in similar games.
Many mechanics are poorly implemented, leading to tedious gameplay and a lack of polish compared to its inspirations.

graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
58%
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The graphics in the game have received mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them for being simplistic and lacking charm, often comparing them unfavorably to those in Animal Crossing. Some describe the character designs as unsettling, while others appreciate the colorful and unpretentious aesthetic, suggesting that the graphics may appeal to a younger audience. Overall, the visuals are seen as basic and not particularly impressive, but they may suit players looking for a relaxed gaming experience.
- “Nice colorful game, nice graphics and music.”
- “Unpretentious and developing, with nice 'childish' graphics, do whatever you are given.”
- “A relaxing game with simple and primitive graphics.”
- “Worst of all is the graphics; they lack charm like in Animal Crossing: New Horizons - the characters specifically are uncanny, bug-eyed nightmare fuel.”
- “Exactly like Animal Crossing but with worse graphics, and literally just worse everything.”
- “I hate to criticize the graphics, but some of these characters are nightmare fuel (I'm sorry Bayla, you're sweet but you haunt me).”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
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The gameplay closely resembles that of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, featuring similar mechanics such as a virtual phone, task-based credits, and various in-game systems like banking and crafting. However, it lacks originality and quality, with many elements feeling like a lesser imitation, and the 3D models are described as unsettling. Overall, while the gameplay is functional, it does not offer enough new content to stand out.
- “It mimics practically all the mechanics of New Horizons: a virtual phone with apps, credits from tasks, most of the UI, speech sounds, a bank/store, zoo/museum, loan for your first house, and a bin you place things in to sell, tickets to visit other islands.”
- “The inventory bar and crafting are similar to Minecraft, while the gameplay is more akin to Portal Knights/My Time at Portia.”
- “The game doesn't bring enough new to the table, and the mechanics it mimics are of much lesser quality.”
- “There is no denying that this is an Animal Crossing clone; the dialogue and gameplay are the exact same as Animal Crossing: New Horizons, minus a bunch of features.”
- “The 3D models are extremely uncanny and disturbing, but the gameplay is mostly alright.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience; while the lack of an item wheel and cumbersome item switching can be tedious, the variety of collectables and engaging mini-games help alleviate some of the monotony. The game offers a wealth of activities like cooking, fishing, and farming, making it enjoyable for short daily sessions and promising ongoing progression. Overall, it strikes a balance between exploration and crafting, keeping players excited for future content.
- “There's no item wheel and you can't use the number keys to switch tools - you have to open your backpack and tediously switch between items.”
- “The collectables seem to be more varied, with little minigames that don't seem too tedious yet.”
- “This game is good for about an hour a day, but the grinding can feel repetitive as you progress through cooking, fishing, farming, and other activities.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized for being a $19.99 title that still includes in-app purchases, which many users view as overpriced and indicative of a cash grab. Overall, players feel that the game resembles a free-to-play model despite its initial cost, detracting from the overall experience.
- “It's a $19.99 game with in-app purchases.”
- “Yes, it's a free-to-play game with in-app purchases, but the in-game currencies feel overpriced.”
- “Not to mention it's a $19.99 game with in-app purchases.”
- “Yes, a free-to-play game with in-app purchases, but the currencies in the game are overpriced.”
- “So basically, it's a cheap knockoff designed for a quick cash grab.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The game's story features a whimsical setting with deer people and a charming narrative that includes crafting and questing elements. While the quests may feel repetitive, the touching storyline and endearing characters keep players engaged for hours.
- “With a touching story and adorable characters, it will have you playing for several hours.”
- “You ride off into the sunset on a cute little dolphin, the island is run by deer people, and so far all of the quests are pretty much the same.”
- “The story feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “The characters are one-dimensional and the plot twists are predictable.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its emotional depth, featuring a touching story and adorable characters that create a wholesome experience, particularly appealing to children and encouraging extended gameplay.
- “With a touching story and adorable characters, it will have you playing for several hours.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is noted for being light-hearted and charming, with comparisons to Animal Crossing highlighting its comedic elements. Players find it amusing and endearing, particularly appreciating its free-to-play model.
- “This was a funny, obvious Animal Crossing rip-off.”
- “Funny and cute, especially since it's free.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with users highlighting its enjoyable soundtrack that complements the colorful graphics and overall aesthetic.
- “I love the soundtrack.”
- “Nice colorful game, nice graphics, and music.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game has been reported to have significant stability issues, with users noting that it is quite buggy.
- “The game itself is pretty buggy.”
- “I frequently encounter crashes that disrupt my gameplay.”
- “There are numerous glitches that make it hard to enjoy the experience.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by its charming characters and uplifting dialogues, creating a consistently positive and inviting environment for players.
- “All the characters are cute, and the dialogues with them create a positive atmosphere.”