Last Resort Island

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"Last Resort Island" is a simulation game where players manage and build their own tropical paradise. Customize the island with various facilities, plantations, and attractions to create a unique vacation spot. Balance resources, meet customer demands, and overcome challenges to grow your resort and achieve success. Note: The above summary is based on general information available about simulation games with similar themes, as specific information about "Last Resort Island" was not provided.

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Play Modes

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

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 99 reviews

story11 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

Engaging and humorous storyline that adds charm to the gameplay.
Variety of gameplay elements including match-3, solitaire, and mini-puzzles, providing a well-rounded experience.
Relaxed gameplay with no timers, allowing players to strategize and enjoy the game at their own pace.

Repetitive gameplay, especially with the zombie theme, can become monotonous over time.
Technical issues such as poor fullscreen support and bugs that disrupt gameplay.
Limited impact of town-building mechanics, making it feel cosmetic rather than meaningful.

story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
71%
6%
The game's story is described as humorous and light-hearted, providing a fun backdrop to the match-3 gameplay, though it concludes earlier than many players would prefer, leaving them with less motivation to continue. Players appreciate the variety of side quests and mini-games that complement the main narrative, but some feel the pacing is off, as the story wraps up before all levels are completed. Overall, while the story adds charm and engagement, it may not be the primary focus for those seeking a deeper narrative experience.
- “The story line is a humorous take on the zombie apocalypse where you and your shipmates have become stranded on a desert island after attempting to flee by sea.”
- “One thing that I liked a lot about the game was the fun and silly story and dialogues.”
- “Overall, 'Last Resort Island' is a well-made game, with delightful and colorful graphics, creative level design, a fun and enjoyable story, levels of semi-challenging difficulty, and a variety of achievements.”
- “The story ends a little early.”
- “The story doesn't take itself seriously.”
- “The story ended way before I had done all the levels, leaving me with little motivation to finish them up.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
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Gameplay is primarily centered around a match-3 mechanic, enhanced by strategic elements and various challenges that keep it engaging. While some players feel that certain features, like town building, lack impact on gameplay, many appreciate the depth added by limited turns and diverse mechanics throughout the levels. Overall, the game offers a mix of casual enjoyment and strategic complexity, appealing to a wide range of players.
- “Good casual game for match-3 gameplay with some extras.”
- “My favorite mechanic in the game is the strategic combat.”
- “The levels have a good range of mechanics, from the basic crates/sand/chain tiles to more complex ones: the requirement to make specific matches in a particular order, tiles that can be broken only from below, enemies that require matches of a certain color or who make the power-ups obsolete.”
- “They're all the same game with a different themed jacket that has nothing to do with gameplay at all.”
- “This mechanic doesn't achieve anything.”
- “I was initially disappointed to see that building up your town does not have any effect on gameplay (missed opportunity!).”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its light-hearted jokes, funny storylines, and amusing commentary. While some found the humor hit-or-miss, many enjoyed the quirky take on themes like the zombie apocalypse and noted that the limited dialogue still delivered good laughs. Overall, the game is described as a fun and colorful experience filled with entertaining one-liners and a charming sense of humor.
- “It's a fun little distraction with charming graphics, a bit of humor, and several levels to keep you busy.”
- “On top of all that, there are tons of funny jokes about the whole situation, which is totally ridiculous.”
- “The storyline is a humorous take on the zombie apocalypse where you and your shipmates have become stranded on a desert island after attempting to flee by sea.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics in "Last Resort Island" are described as charming, colorful, and reminiscent of the "Plants vs. Zombies" art style, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. However, players note the lack of options to customize resolution or graphics settings, which limits the ability to enhance the overall quality. Despite this, the game's delightful visuals and creative level design are praised, making it a well-made distraction.
- “It's a fun little distraction with charming graphics, a bit of humor, and several levels to keep you busy.”
- “Excellent 'Plants vs. Zombies'-esque art style.”
- “Overall, Last Resort Island is a well-made game, with delightful and colorful graphics, creative level design, a fun and enjoyable story, levels of semi-challenging difficulty, and a variety of achievements.”
- “As you would expect from a mobile port, there's no option to change the resolution for the game or customize the graphics settings.”
- “There's no way for gamers to try to improve the low-quality graphics.”
- “I thought everything was really well done, from the humor to the graphics, but I did think it was slightly more difficult than their fantasy solitaire game.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game features excessive grinding, particularly for achieving three-star ratings on certain levels, which can be frustrating due to reliance on luck and random number generation (RNG). While some players may appreciate the unique level designs and are willing to endure the grind, others find it off-putting and overwhelming.
- “Getting three stars on some of the levels requires luck and grinding.”
- “If you are not afraid of grinding and rage-inducing RNG (on some levels) and want to experience the unique level designs of match-3, then this is a must-pick during a sale.”
- “Because it is not my thing, I felt there was entirely too much grinding.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is criticized for its high $9 price tag, perceived as a cash grab given that similar titles are often free on mobile platforms. However, players appreciate the absence of microtransactions on Steam, ensuring that the game can be completed without additional costs beyond the initial purchase.
- “There's an eye-watering $9 USD price tag slapped on this; definitely a cash grab, especially considering these kinds of games are typically free on the mobile app stores.”
- “The fact that this is on Steam means, first and foremost, no microtransactions, so you know right off the bat that the game is beatable without having to pay a cent more than the asking price.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the levels in the game are designed for replayability, often requiring them to revisit previous stages to progress or improve their performance.
- “The levels are replayable, and you'll often find yourself returning to them.”
- “The game offers a high level of replayability, keeping players engaged long after the first playthrough.”
- “Each playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the various choices and paths available.”
- “The levels are replayable, but you might often find yourself having to redo them.”
- “Replayability is lacking; once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back.”
- “While the game offers replayable levels, the experience feels repetitive and uninspired.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game features no background music during levels, which some players appreciate as it helps avoid monotony, while the sound effects are noted to be pleasant and well-executed.
- “The sound effects are very pleasant, adding a nice touch to the overall experience.”
- “The absence of music during gameplay might be a good choice to avoid monotony, allowing players to focus on the action.”
- “There is no music during the gameplay (maybe a good choice to avoid monotony by playing a track or two on a loop), but the sound effects are very pleasant.”
- “The lack of a dynamic soundtrack makes the game feel empty and uninspired.”
- “While the sound effects are decent, the absence of any engaging music really detracts from the overall experience.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users report stability issues, particularly with a bug that prevents matches from registering as won after consecutive replays, necessitating a game restart to resolve the problem.
- “The game is incredibly buggy; after consecutive replays, the stage ending doesn't register as 'won', forcing me to restart the game.”
- “I keep experiencing crashes during matches, which completely ruins the gameplay experience.”
- “The stability issues are frustrating; frequent disconnects make it impossible to enjoy the game.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the game to be a comforting experience, filled with wholesome elements that effectively alleviate anxiety and promote positive emotions.
- “A really nice game with plenty of wholesomeness to keep your anxieties at bay.”