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One More Island

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77%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
replayability, stability
77% User Score Based on 138 reviews

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One More Island is a single player survival simulation game with economy and historical themes. It was developed by Berg Games and was released on May 16, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "One More Island," you are a governor tasked with expanding the Queen's colony and turning wild lands into prosperous territories. Manage resources, pay taxes, and obey the Crown to ensure success, or face dire consequences. Explore, claim, and exploit new territories in this colonial simulation game.

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77%
Audience ScoreBased on 138 reviews
graphics10 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions

  • The game features excellent resource management and colony planning mechanics, making it highly addictive and enjoyable.
  • The graphics and aesthetics are pleasing, contributing to a fun and immersive gameplay experience.
  • The developer is responsive to community feedback and actively works on updates and improvements, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and quality of life issues, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, especially in the late game.
  • Players often feel punished for making progress, with fragile systems that can lead to cascading failures and a lack of meaningful upgrades.
  • The game lacks depth and complexity compared to other titles in the genre, making it feel limited and repetitive over time.
  • graphics
    28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many players appreciating the cute and pleasing art style that combines elements from games like Prison Architect and Anno. While some describe the visuals as low-fi and campy, they still find them enjoyable and fitting for the game's aesthetic. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the experience, despite some limitations in settings and quality of life.

    • “I like the art style and that it's a bit simpler than something like Factorio or Satisfactory.”
    • “Has a natural look and feel and nice graphics.”
    • “The graphics are cute but not overly simplified.”
    • “It's basically a dumbed down Anno with RimWorld/Prison Architect graphics.”
    • “This game is basically Anno but with a Prison Architect graphics style.”
    • “The graphics are low-fi and a little campy, but I like them.”
  • gameplay
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay features a core loop that is addictive, with enjoyable building mechanics and a charming aesthetic complemented by an immersive soundtrack. However, it lacks depth and engaging mechanics, making it feel somewhat limited and not justifying its price tag. While it offers a fun experience, particularly for casual play, it may be better suited for a mobile platform.

    • “The gameplay/story itself really makes me want to keep on playing.”
    • “The core gameplay loop is pretty addictive.”
    • “Super-cute game, immersive soundtrack, combined with addictive game mechanics.”
    • “Their buffs come with an opposing nerf for whatever mechanic they affect, making using them feel pointless.”
    • “Might have made a good mobile/iPad platform game, but I feel it doesn't quite have enough gameplay or features to justify its current price tag.”
    • “Worth maybe $5 just to play around with the mechanics and figure it out.”
  • music
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its immersive and relaxing qualities, complementing the cute art style and enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers appreciate how well the soundtrack aligns with the game's mood and humor, contributing to its fun and addictive nature. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that elevates the game's charm.

    • “I'm really enjoying the music and art style.”
    • “Super-cute game, immersive soundtrack, combined with addictive game mechanics.”
    • “The music also fits the mood perfectly, very relaxing.”
  • replayability
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has mixed reviews regarding replayability; while some players appreciate its ability to cater to various play styles and find it replayable, others criticize the lack of mod support and argue that the gameplay remains largely the same across sessions, diminishing its replay value.

    • “Definitely caters to all play types and has great replayability.”
    • “The variety of gameplay options ensures that each playthrough feels fresh and engaging.”
    • “The game offers multiple strategies and paths to explore, enhancing its replay value.”
    • “No replay value whatsoever.”
    • “- no Steam Workshop, so no mods to add replay value.”
    • “Changing the shapes of islands doesn't add replay value since you'll be building the same way every playthrough.”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story is described as simple and goofy, serving more as a light flavor to the gameplay rather than a central focus. While it may not be deeply engaging, it effectively motivates players to continue their experience.

    • “The gameplay and story really make me want to keep on playing.”
    • “The story is a bit simple and goofy, which isn't really a bad thing.”
    • “The story isn't the main focus of the game; it's just a little flavor as you progress.”
    • “Story is a bit simple and goofy, which isn't really a bad thing.”
    • “Story's not the main focus of the game, just a little flavor as you progress.”
  • humor
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is well-received, with players appreciating the funny jokes and lively visuals that create a whimsical atmosphere reminiscent of a bustling ant hill. The humor complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience while maintaining a balance between fun and challenge.

    • “Nice game, funny jokes in it and very well balanced.”
    • “Music fits perfectly and the humor is perfect for this type of game.”
    • “At the same time, it isn’t 'easy': you can make mistakes and you won’t like the consequences… the look and feel of the game are really fun, everywhere on screen you look, something is happening, all your workers are doing their thing and it looks like you’re in charge of a large, funny ant hill!”
  • optimization
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its excellent optimization, maintaining great performance even with over 300 workers across multiple islands, making it an appealing choice for players who enjoy focusing on optimization and efficiency.

    • “Great performance even with 300+ workers on multiple islands.”
    • “Cool game for everyone who likes to play with optimization and efficiency in an age of sail-setting!”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game has received consistent criticism for its lack of stability, with users highlighting numerous bugs and an overall unpolished experience that detracts from enjoyment.

    • “As much as I want to love this game, there's no getting away from how buggy and unpolished it is.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players note that the grinding aspect of the game becomes increasingly pronounced and frustrating as they approach the end game, suggesting a shift in gameplay that may detract from the overall experience.

    • “That said... once you get closer to the end game, it gets more grindy and frustrating.”
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One More Island is a survival simulation game with economy and historical themes.

One More Island is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.

One More Island was released on May 16, 2022.

One More Island was developed by Berg Games.

One More Island has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its replayability.

One More Island is a single player game.

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