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Len's Island is a relaxing, action-adventure game with survival and sandbox elements. You'll build and customize your home, farm, and explore procedurally generated islands. Fight monsters, discover secrets, and find inner peace in this immersive, nature-filled experience.

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Reviews

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 4,114 reviews
gameplay218 positive mentions
grinding754 negative mentions
  • The graphics are colorful and vibrant, creating an immersive atmosphere.
  • The combat is smooth and enjoyable, with a fun upgrade system for weapons and tools.
  • The game offers a relaxing experience with a mix of exploration, farming, and building.
  • The camera is fixed and cannot be rotated during gameplay, making navigation difficult.
  • There is a lack of clear direction or tutorial, leaving players confused about objectives.
  • The game can feel grindy, especially when trying to gather resources and upgrade equipment.
  • grinding766 mentions

    The grinding aspect of "Len's Island" receives mixed feedback from players. While some appreciate the balance between farming, crafting, and combat, noting that the grind can be enjoyable and rewarding, others find it tedious and repetitive, particularly in resource gathering and dungeon exploration. Overall, the game is described as having a grindy nature, but many players still find it engaging and relaxing, especially for fans of farming and survival games.

    • “Not too grindy and with adventure, house building elements.”
    • “Amazing building system, dynamic combat that isn't tedious but is still challenging, and delightful visuals!”
    • “The grind is not too grindy.”
    • “Nor does it change the fact that playing this game was tedious, uninteresting, and unrewarding.”
    • “You will go through the same old dungeons with no novelty, and you'll find yourself grinding the same dungeons over and over just to progress.”
    • “The constant grinding and dying to get ore for a tool or a weapon that has small increments is maddening, the ore you find is hard to come by and scant, it should be at least double.”
  • gameplay620 mentions

    The gameplay in "Len's Island" features a core survival loop that combines farming, crafting, and combat, offering a mix of relaxing and engaging experiences. While many players appreciate the building mechanics and the visual aesthetics, some criticize the repetitive nature of tasks and the lack of depth in certain mechanics, such as combat and inventory management. Overall, the game shows promise with its innovative elements, but it requires further refinement and content expansion to enhance player engagement.

    • “The core survival gameplay loop is fun and offers multiple incremental goals to work towards.”
    • “The combat is super fun, the armor and weapons look cool and the gameplay loop is entertaining.”
    • “The gameplay is super fun and engaging, and I love how there are so many different quests and challenges to complete.”
    • “This game has some fun simple mechanics, that get boring quickly, poor storage options for collecting large amounts of materials that you need to build and craft with, collecting becomes a drain after about an hour in.”
    • “But the gameplay is unbearably boring.”
    • “The bad: the combat, the travel, very little crafting, very little survival, everything is extremely slow and boring, the resource respawn system, the enemy spawning mechanic, the town hub usability.”
  • graphics530 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their vibrant colors, charming art style, and overall aesthetic appeal, creating a relaxing and immersive atmosphere. Many players appreciate the beautiful visuals and animations, which complement the soothing soundtrack, although some note that the graphics can be resource-demanding and occasionally glitchy. Overall, the game's graphics are considered a standout feature, enhancing the enjoyment of its gameplay elements.

    • “The graphics are vibrant and the soundtrack complements the serene yet adventurous atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The stunning visuals and immersive world make every moment a delight.”
    • “The graphics are colorful and everything is very vibrant.”
    • “There are however several points regarding visuals and locations that I feel are severely lacking.”
    • “Only bad thing I can think of is that it seems to be very resource demanding considering its fairly simplistic graphics.”
    • “However, the graphics can be cleaned up a bit and can sometimes be a little glitchy.”
  • story340 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is largely criticized for its lack of depth and direction, with many players noting that there is minimal narrative or quest content to engage with. While some appreciate the freedom to explore and build, they express a strong desire for more structured quests, character development, and lore to enhance the gameplay experience. Overall, the consensus is that the game feels incomplete in terms of storytelling, leaving players wanting more context and objectives.

    • “Against the backdrop of a dynamic weather system and the ebb and flow of the day/night cycle, players will be swept up in a rich narrative woven with engaging quests and memorable characters, driving them ever forward on their quest for adventure and glory.”
    • “Very atmospheric and relaxing to play, but still rich in story and interesting enough to keep you hooked!”
    • “Yes this game has plenty of potential and I see opportunity for a good storyline with plenty of content hopefully to be brought to this game once it has reached a full status of completion.”
    • “There is no story or objectives (harvest 250 crops of each type in the game isn't an objective, it's just lazy), no voice acting, very little customization, linear skill tree and extremely annoying inventory management.”
    • “Basically, the story line is non-existent from what I've gathered 28 hours into the game.”
    • “The lack of story, questing, and direction is what makes me dislike it.”
  • music302 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its soothing and relaxing qualities, effectively complementing the vibrant graphics and overall atmosphere. Many players find the soundtrack captivating and immersive, enhancing their gameplay experience, whether they are exploring, farming, or crafting. However, some users expressed a desire for more consistent music playback options, as the current setup can disrupt the flow of the game.

    • “The graphics are vibrant and the soundtrack complements the serene yet adventurous atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The music is definitely my favorite part; it's so chill and ambient and fits the vibe of the game perfectly.”
    • “The soundtrack is wonderful and it adds to the already great atmosphere the game creates.”
    • “The soundtrack is just nnnnnnngggghhhhhhh.”
    • “I do wish the music would play more instead of randomly; maybe constant.”
    • “I'm not a fan of the music stopping and starting; I'd like an option to loop music or loop a playlist of the game music.”
  • optimization86 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues such as stuttering, frame drops, and lag, particularly in areas with extensive building. While some users noted that the game runs well under certain conditions, the overall consensus is that it requires substantial optimization improvements, especially for cooperative play and on lower-end systems. Despite these challenges, a few players expressed satisfaction with the game's potential and early access stability, indicating that further updates may enhance performance.

    • “Plus, it wasn't plagued with bugs or other performance issues like so many other early access games tend to be.”
    • “Graphics and performance are good so far.”
    • “Anyways, I am beyond impressed with this game. Over the short time I've played so far, I have had not one single bug or crash, no performance issues or visual glitches. For an early access game, I was truly blown away.”
    • “Really disappointed with the performance of the game.”
    • “Game just stutters all the time, even on mid-level detail which for a game like this should really be maxed detail with no performance issues.”
    • “The game has potential but not sure it's going to be able to overcome such huge performance spikes, also it's missing something that games like V-Rising have.”
  • atmosphere80 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its vibrant graphics and calming soundtrack, creating a serene and immersive experience across various biomes. Players appreciate the attention to detail in the visuals and sound effects, which enhance the relaxing yet adventurous feel, especially when transitioning between different environments. Overall, the atmosphere is described as beautiful, cozy, and engaging, making it easy for players to lose themselves in the game.

    • “The graphics are vibrant and the soundtrack complements the serene yet adventurous atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The atmosphere is fantastic, the sounds and music are great, and the gameplay is super easy and fun!”
    • “I really enjoy the art style and atmosphere of the game, having a lot of fun with this title and am looking forward to the future updates as well.”
    • “The change of atmosphere that you feel when entering the cavern is brutal!”
    • “Once you get over the initial serotonin pulse that the nice visuals, relaxing music, and overall atmosphere provide, the game becomes stale quite fast.”
    • “Love the graphics, love the atmosphere, the rest... well, you know...”
  • stability72 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while many players report a polished experience with minimal bugs and smooth performance, others encounter significant issues such as freezing, lag, and glitches, particularly on certain systems like macOS. Despite being in early access, some users have praised the developers for their responsiveness to bugs, while others express frustration over persistent problems that can disrupt gameplay.

    • “Well polished, no glitches, crashes or bugs (still in early access as of when I'm writing this review), and with more promising updates and development to come.”
    • “This is the first time in a long time that an early access game has been completely bug free, which is amazing to see.”
    • “The game is still in early access, and yet it's been bug free for me.”
    • “If you were ever able to play this game before, as I used to be able to, try playing it now; you can't even start task manager because it freezes up your computer.”
    • “There is quite a few bugs, my boat often glitches out and decides to try and fly away when I touch it, I got a boat stuck in the ocean once, the loading chunks (might just be my computer but still) is very laggy and tends to pause the whole game and it has crashed my other programs on my computer to the point of needing to restart the whole computer multiple times.”
    • “It's sadly horrendously buggy on macOS and almost always overheats my laptop (running top spec M1 MacBook Pro), chews up CPU like no other game.”
  • humor16 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely hit-or-miss, with some players finding moments like the main character's lack of shoes amusing, while others feel the overall experience is frustrating rather than funny. Many reviews suggest that attempts at humor, such as setting enemies on fire, often backfire, leading to more frustration than laughter. Overall, the humor seems to be overshadowed by gameplay challenges, leaving players divided on its effectiveness.

    • “One thing I found funny though, is that Len, the main character, never wears any shoes!”
    • “Though the no shoes joke at the start was funny.”
    • “There's hints of humor and heart.”
    • “It's not funny.”
    • “Too frustrating at this point; this is just not funny to play.”
    • “Too frustrating at this point; this is just not funny to play.”
  • replayability14 mentions

    The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while many players enjoy returning to it due to continuous updates and new content, others feel it currently lacks depth and multiple routes that could enhance replay value. Some users find it binge-able and engaging even after completing challenges, but there are concerns about its limited scope in its early access state. Overall, the potential for replayability exists, but it is not fully realized at this time.

    • “Love this game and the replayability is good as well, but I prefer playing this even after all the challenges and bosses are completed, especially with the continuous updates and new content they added.”
    • “It's easily binge-able, and although I've just about come towards the 'end' of the game so far, I find it easily replayable.”
    • “Sure, it's still in development, is in early access, and issues are still being ironed out, but it's already got so much of the replayability factor.”
    • “The last real complaint is that it isn't that replayable right now.”
    • “Overall, a game with a lot of potential but right now, very limited in scope with no replayability.”
    • “However, if there are multiple routes through the game, it would definitely add some replayability.”
  • emotional6 mentions

    The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by the player's connection to the character, emphasizing the importance of interaction with the environment, particularly through a crucial button that symbolizes the character's lifeline. While there are some concerns about gameplay mechanics, the overall experience is described as enjoyable and engaging, leaving players eager for future improvements.

    • “On that note, if you can't find the button, you better Google it, because that button needs pressing, touching, caressing; it's your lifeline and you better make damn sure it's happy.”
  • monetization4 mentions

    Reviews indicate a strong concern regarding the monetization strategy, with players feeling that the game may be a cash grab rather than a well-developed project. Many express skepticism about the value of the current early access price of $24.99, suggesting that the game needs significant improvement to justify its cost.

    • “In its current state of development compared to other games, in my opinion, it is not worth the $24.99 I spent and makes me suspicious this may be a cash grab as has happened with so many other early access games.”
    • “So far, it does have great potential only if the developers treat this as a love child and not just another cash grab.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Users consistently express a desire for deeper backstories and enhanced character development, indicating that the current narrative lacks sufficient depth to fully engage players with the characters.

    • “The character development is incredibly rich, with each character having a unique backstory that adds depth to the overall narrative.”
    • “I love how the game allows for meaningful character development, making each decision feel impactful on the story.”
    • “The evolution of the characters throughout the game is impressive, showcasing their growth and struggles in a relatable way.”
    • “The game lacks depth in character development, leaving players wanting more backstory.”
    • “There is a noticeable absence of character development, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
    • “The characters feel one-dimensional due to insufficient backstory and development.”
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Play time

14hMedian play time
22hAverage play time
6-30hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 54 analyzed playthroughs

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