Tiny Island

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Tiny Island is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by Geeky House and was released on May 24, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Tiny Island" is a serene and violence-free VR game where you assist tiny people by taking on the role of their God, using chopsticks as your divine tool. The game features meditative gameplay, sandbox mode, interactive environment, strategic resources and building management, and a captivating story. Experience wonderful art style, sound design, and entertaining questlines in this charming VR game.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 27 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game features a charming and imaginative world with adorable characters, making it a delightful experience.
The unique chopstick control mechanic is satisfying and adds a fresh twist to the gameplay.
The game has a calming atmosphere with a meditative soundtrack, perfect for relaxing gameplay.

The game is very short, with only two story levels and limited content, leaving players wanting more.
There are significant issues with locomotion and movement controls, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
The visuals are bland and lack polish, resembling a Quest game without enhancements for PC.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with players expressing enthusiasm for the concept and narrative, but noting that it feels underdeveloped and unpolished. While the story mode is appreciated, with some players enjoying its depth, technical issues such as bugs and crashes detract from the overall experience. Additionally, the limited number of story levels and the contrast with the less favored sandbox mode have left some players wanting more from the narrative.
- “Absolutely in love with the idea and story!!”
- “It's got a story mode which I really enjoyed, as well as a free mode (sandbox) which I really wasn't a fan of.”
- “Only two levels with story so far, but there is a third level in sandbox only.”
- “Story mode is still unpolished.”
- “I would just advise them that story mode is where it's at and I would like to see some consequences for your god actions.”
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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The gameplay is noted for its unique and interesting mechanics, such as using chopsticks instead of hands, which adds a fresh twist. While the overall experience is described as chill and meditative, reviewers express a desire for improved graphics, additional content, and further refinement of the mechanics to enhance engagement.
- “Super interesting mechanics.”
- “Using chopsticks instead of hands is an interesting mechanic.”
- “Very fresh gameplay idea!”
- “I kinda expected more and better graphics and gameplay.”
- “Perhaps the developers already know, but it seems that more content and game mechanics are needed.”
- “So polish the stick mechanics and add more content, and I will spend hours here.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players find them bland and lacking improvements for PC, others appreciate the cute art style and calming visuals that enhance the overall theme and gameplay experience. The adorable character designs and meditative music contribute positively to the game's atmosphere.
- “Loved the graphics and the whole concept of the game; you are a godlike figure helping your tiny islanders out on various tasks, using chopsticks!”
- “The game has a calm, relaxed vibe that's pretty nice; it complements the graphics and the whole theme.”
- “The art style is very cute.”
- “Visuals are quite bland: looks like a quest game without any improvements for PC.”
- “I kinda expected more and better graphics and gameplay.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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25%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quirky, fun, and meditative qualities, enhancing the overall immersive experience. Players appreciate the chilled-out soundtrack that complements the adorable visuals and lively world, contributing to a relaxing atmosphere. The delightful sound effects further enrich the game's ambiance.
- “A quirky, fun, and relaxing game with lots of original moments and a chilled-out soundtrack.”
- “The visuals are adorable, the tiny characters are so sweet, and the music is really meditative.”
- “The world is beautiful and full of life, featuring the most meditative music ever.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's humor is characterized by its tranquil and sweet nature, featuring cool and cute characters that are both funny and ridiculous, contributing to an overall pleasant experience.
- “The game is quite tranquil, funny, and unbelievably sweet.”
- “The game is pleasant, with cool characters that are cute and funny.”
- “Very, very cute; they're funny and ridiculous.”