Survivor Island-Idle Game

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Survivor Island-Idle Game is a casual island-building simulation where you lead a group of survivors to build and survive on a deserted island. With disturbed ad interruptions, the game offers around 2 hours of playtime, making it a great choice for a short and engaging gaming experience. Your goal is to manage resources, construct buildings, and ensure the survival of your group in this idle game.

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Play Modes

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

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,189 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

monetization341 negative mentions

The game has engaging gameplay and is enjoyable for passing time.
Graphics are good and the game is easy to understand.
The game offers a fun survival experience with various mechanics.

Progression is very slow, making it frustrating to advance.
The game is heavily reliant on ads for resources, which can be annoying.
There are numerous bugs, including issues with survivors not eating and trees regrowing.

monetization
367 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
1%
93%
The monetization strategy of the game heavily relies on advertisements, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and length of ads, which often disrupt gameplay and are necessary for resource acquisition. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for bonuses, the overall sentiment indicates that progress is significantly hindered without engaging with ads, leading to a perception of the game as overly dependent on ad revenue. Many players have resorted to purchasing ad-free versions, only to find that the game still encourages spending through other means, such as in-game purchases for resources.
- “Rating this high, because when you pay for no ads, it's absolutely no ads period!”
- “Buying the no ads has been worth every penny spent.”
- “Appreciate there's no ads unless you yourself want them to get ahead.”
- “I enjoyed the game up until it became apparent that you had to watch the ads or else get rampaged by pirates and yetis.”
- “It's basically just watching ads.”
- “Without continuously watching endless ads for woods, stones, money, and other resources, the speed of constructing cannot even match the increasing power of pirates.”
gameplay
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players enjoying the fun mechanics and graphics, while others criticize bugs, slow progression, and unclear mechanics. Some users find the resource management aspect engaging, but many express frustration over the lack of a tutorial, the need for constant attention to building tasks, and the prevalence of ads. Overall, while the game has potential and offers a relaxing experience, it requires significant improvements to enhance player engagement and address technical issues.
- “Love it! The gameplay is a lot of fun, the graphics are good, and it is definitely one I could play for a long stretch of time.”
- “The gameplay is amazing; I really like the concept and the idea.”
- “I like this app for everyone new who wants to try it out. Trust me, it has a fun experience and amazing gameplay. It has every survival element and planning that one needs, and the best thing is that I liked about this is you can play it offline.”
- “These bugs have seriously affected gameplay, and I hope they can be addressed promptly to improve the experience.”
- “I liked the game but I uninstalled it because there are a few things I absolutely hate about the game mechanics: 1) no buildings get completed when you are away, meaning you have to be in the game and wait for builders to keep adding resources like wood and stone.”
- “The gameplay is horrible; there's no real tutorial and it is a bit difficult to figure out how to play.”
graphics
35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
23%
9%
Overall, the graphics of the game are well-received, with many users praising their quality, art style, and animations. However, some players have reported issues such as flickering, buffering, and a desire for more detailed environments and improvements. While the visuals are generally considered a strong point, there are calls for enhancements to further elevate the gaming experience.
- “I really like the gameplay and the graphics and almost everything about it.”
- “Great game, nice graphics for what it is.”
- “It's got a fun art style, nice animation, and if you like this kind of game I would recommend giving it a try.”
- “The game is good, but every now and then I have to restart it as some of the graphics freeze or buffer.”
- “The game graphics are flickering and I am unable to play it anymore.”
- “Graphics are clunky; ads don't load.”
stability
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent glitches causing freezing during attacks, problems with character movement, and graphical errors that disrupt gameplay. Players report a lack of motivation to progress due to these bugs, which have become increasingly prevalent, particularly after purchasing the ad-free option. Overall, while the game has potential, its current state is marred by instability and technical problems.
- “It freezes during attacks, and the soldiers fail to occupy their towers, leaving my camp vulnerable.”
- “I like the game, however lately it's been super buggy when it comes to the survivor management section.”
- “Good game, but I think there is a bug; I keep experiencing glitches on my screen, sometimes when opening the game, building, or upgrading a structure.”
story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for being hindered by bugs and progression issues, leaving players feeling stuck and unable to complete quests. Many users find the quests to be unfulfilling and lacking depth, with some expressing frustration over the lack of meaningful progression and the repetitive nature of tasks. Overall, the narrative experience is marred by technical problems and a perceived lack of engaging content.
- “Plus the quests are almost pointless as they waste space on your island.”
- “Enjoyable game but gets to a point where it's impossible to progress; need to build a 2nd mine in order for the next quest, however, no matter how long trees are chopped for, I can't access the next mountain to build the mine.”
- “No real quests as such.”
grinding
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly due to slow resource generation and the reliance on ads for progress. Issues such as insufficient food production, lengthy building times, and the overwhelming need for raw materials contribute to a frustrating experience, especially in the early stages. While the game offers enjoyable elements, many reviewers express disappointment over the grind-heavy mechanics that hinder overall enjoyment.
- “The pirates coming every day was a little tedious; the food production options didn't keep up with the number of citizens you could have for each level of ship.”
- “They made this game for you to rely on ads just to gain resources, as farming alone is not enough for you to grow.”
- “Very tedious early on, just another ad generator.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the amusing premise of having only male characters and the quirky mechanics, such as automatic ad playback when players are idle. While some find the reliance on ads for progression frustrating, others appreciate the comedic elements that add a lighthearted touch to the gameplay experience. Overall, the humor is a mixed bag, providing laughs but also contributing to potential player annoyance.
- “The funny thing is, if you AFK for your units to gather resources, it plays an ad automatically to prevent you from being AFK.”
- “It's kinda funny but it's so nice 👍 I love it.”
- “Funny 😂”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
The game's optimization is mixed; while some players find it well-built and immersive, others report poor optimization leading to high phone temperatures and excessive resource requirements for updates. Despite these issues, ads run smoothly, contributing to an overall enjoyable experience.
- “Good game overall, well built, optimized, and immersive.”
- “Ads run smoothly, no problems in-game.”
- “Good game, but it needs optimization; even with ads, the required materials for updates are too high. Overall, a very fun game! 😁😁”
- “Poor optimization leads to high phone temperatures.”
- “The game struggles with performance issues, making it unplayable on lower-end devices.”
- “Frequent frame drops and long loading times indicate a lack of proper optimization.”