Island of the Ancients
- April 5, 2022
- Insight Gaming Studios, LLC
Get on SteamA single-player third-person action-adventure shooter set on a mystical island in the Bermuda triangle. With a companion by your side, fight your way through scores of deadly creatures. Discover new weapons and companions to tip the odds in your favor. Your family's survival depends on it.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Starts off charming and quickly evolves into a grand adventure with a unique story and engaging gameplay.
- The game features interesting creature models and a variety of environments that enhance exploration.
- Despite some rough edges, the game is well-priced and offers a fun experience for those willing to overlook its flaws.
- Controls are poorly designed, and the graphics are outdated, reminiscent of older console generations.
- The game suffers from significant bugs and jank, including issues with companion mechanics and terrain navigation.
- Instructions are vague and illogical, leading to frustration during gameplay and long loading times.
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The story in "Island of the Ancients" is described as chaotic yet enjoyable, with players finding it to be the highlight of the game. Notably, unexpected narrative elements, such as sudden teleportation to different locations, contribute to its unpredictable and engaging nature.
“The best part of Island of the Ancients, so far, has been its story.”
“Story-wise, it's insane, a mess, and really fun.”
“At one point, I was magically transported to some other spot on the map (no, I did not enter a teleporter; I was standing on the beach, and then suddenly I wasn't; I was up on a high cliff, next to a giant crystal I needed to be near in order to get the story to progress).”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some users noting that while the environments are visually appealing, the overall quality is disappointing, resembling that of PS2 or PS3 titles even on ultra high settings. Many players express frustration with the game's performance on decent hardware, leading to a general lack of recommendation.
“Graphically, the environments are nice.”
“Do not recommend this game at all, I have a pretty decent machine, but this game is terrible. The controls are actual trash, and the graphics on ultra high are reminiscent of PS2, maybe PS3. Instructions are vague and illogical, not worth a penny more than $1.50.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as bizarre and genuinely funny, distinguishing it from low-effort projects. Reviewers appreciate its unique comedic style, suggesting a thoughtful approach to humor rather than a quick, superficial execution.
“It's bizarre, it's funny, it is not a cheap, weekend project asset flip.”
