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Island Paradise

74%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
grinding, gameplay
74% User Score Based on 92 reviews

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"Island Paradise" is a survival game where players build, upgrade, and customize their own island while utilizing nearby resources. After a strong storm, the island has been reborn with an untouched ecosystem, providing players with new technologies and abandoned houses for shelter and supplies. The game features a vast and dynamic world with various landscapes and environments, allowing players to explore, establish settlements, and take care of nature.

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews
graphics8 positive mentions
grinding30 negative mentions
  • The game offers a relaxing and engaging experience with a lot of crafting, gathering, and exploration opportunities.
  • The developer is responsive and open to suggestions, actively working on updates and improvements.
  • The visuals are stunning, and the game provides a peaceful environment without threats, making it enjoyable for players who prefer non-violent gameplay.
  • The game lacks a tutorial or guidance, making it difficult for new players to understand mechanics and objectives.
  • There is a significant amount of grinding required for crafting and resource management, which can be tedious for some players.
  • The developer's approach to community support, directing players to Discord instead of engaging in Steam discussions, has raised concerns among some users.
  • grinding
    32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features extensive grinding, primarily focused on farming, crafting, and resource gathering, which some players find enjoyable and rewarding, while others view it as tedious and excessive. While the grind can lead to satisfying accomplishments, it may detract from the overall experience, especially for those seeking a more balanced gameplay. Overall, the grinding aspect is a significant part of the game, appealing to dedicated players but potentially frustrating for others.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “It's far too grindy.”
    • “I think there is definitely room for improvement, but as it stands right now the game isn't worth the current price point nor is it really all that entertaining to stream because it's just grinding... lots and lots of grinding (and that's typically not something folks want to watch).”
    • “The game is grindy, which is fine, but to grind to craft items only to not be able to use them is infuriating.”
  • graphics
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game are widely praised for their stunning visuals and overall quality, with many players enjoying the aesthetic appeal during extended play sessions. However, some users report performance issues even on relatively new hardware, indicating that optimization may be a concern. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gaming experience, with developers responsive to any reported bugs.

    • “The visuals are stunning and the bugs are few, and if you do find a bug and report it, the dev is on the ball fixing it.”
    • “This game offers great graphics.”
    • “With lovely graphics and a chill pace, I really enjoyed the almost 30 hours I have in playtime.”
    • “My biggest concern is that I have a one-year-old system with high graphics capability, and yet I am still experiencing graphics struggles.”
  • gameplay
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is noted for its similarity to other titles, featuring familiar mechanics and aesthetics. While it includes hunger and thirst systems, these elements are considered inconsequential by players.

    • “I have at least 2 other games in my library utilizing the same mechanics, same basic look and feel.”
    • “It does have hunger and thirst mechanics, but they are inconsequential.”
  • story
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of "Island Paradise" is widely criticized, with users noting a complete lack of narrative, direction, or engaging content. Many feel that there are superior survival games available that offer more compelling stories and experiences for the same price.

    • “For the cost, there are far better and more interesting survival games on the market with a niche and story.”
    • “Island paradise is a beginning to a game that has no story, direction, or feel!”
    • “☑ no story”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is largely absent, leading players to feel that they might as well provide their own soundtrack while playing.

    • “Music seems non-existent, so better be ready to play your own.”
  • humor
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its entertaining gameplay, often showcased by amusing reviews from players. Many users are drawn to the game due to its comedic elements, as seen in the engaging performances of reviewers. Overall, the humor is a significant selling point that enhances the gaming experience.

    • “I bought it after watching a review of two funny guys playing it.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has been noted to have some bugs, but it is built on a solid foundation for crafting and building, indicating that while stability issues exist, the core mechanics are reliable.

    • “This game was a little buggy but a solid foundation for crafting and building.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game enjoyable and commend its replayability, especially considering its early access status and lower price compared to similar titles. Despite some issues, it offers a solid experience for fans of survival and building genres.

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