Worlds Adrift Island Creator

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"Worlds Adrift Island Creator" is a sandbox game that allows players to create and customize their own floating islands, using various building materials and structures. The game features physics-based mechanics, where the stability and behavior of the island are determined by its design and the player's actions. With the Steam Workshop integration, players can share and discover new island designs from the community.

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Play Modes

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

+10

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 431 reviews

music7 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The Island Creator allows for a high level of creativity, enabling players to design unique and beautiful floating islands.
The grappling hook mechanics are highly praised, providing an enjoyable and engaging way to explore the created islands.
The community aspect is strong, with many user-generated maps available for exploration, fostering a sense of nostalgia for the original game.

The Island Creator feels like a limited version of the original game, lacking essential features such as shipbuilding and multiplayer options.
Performance issues and lag are common, making the experience frustrating for players with less powerful PCs.
Many players express disappointment over the original game's shutdown and feel that the Island Creator is a mere shadow of what Worlds Adrift could have been.

music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
57%
13%
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a serene backdrop that complements the visuals. Many players find themselves emotionally moved by the soundtrack, often listening to it outside of gameplay, and appreciate its ability to create a peaceful atmosphere while exploring the game's environments. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's immersive and tranquil experience.
- “It wasn't until the sun set, and that day-night cycle that blended so perfectly reemerged along with a crescendo of the solemn, isolationist music in the background that I let go of the keyboard and just cried.”
- “The music was relaxing, the UI is nice with pretty detailed instructions, and the link to support them is in the game, which by the way is free :) Try it out.”
- “When I first fired up the game, my ears were pleasantly seduced by a calming musical score and my eyes treated with a clean modern interface for the menu.”
- “The music is ominous when mixed with the ruins and islands, like something great once existed and is forever gone and there is no way of ever knowing what once was.”
- “I can imagine the game is good but when it comes to a blank screen and just music playing for a while I give up.”
- “After it loads all of the assets it just puts me on a blank screen while playing the music.”
graphics
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
38%
19%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising its unique art style and peaceful visuals, while others criticize performance issues such as low frame rates and choppy rendering, even on high-end systems. Despite the aesthetic appeal, there are concerns about the game's optimization and graphical fidelity, leading to a lackluster experience for some users. Overall, while the graphics have potential, technical shortcomings detract from the enjoyment for certain players.
- “The music, the graphics, it's just so peaceful and quiet as you get to sculpt your imagination into this game!”
- “I respect it; it has good graphics and I think it has potential, so go Bossa Studios!”
- “The aesthetic of the game has a nice simple but pleasing look to it.”
- “So I bought this when I was in high school with my earned lunch money, but my computer back then could not handle the graphics very well, so I stopped playing for quite a while until I could purchase a new gaming CPU.”
- “Sadly, my computer isn't capable of running it due to the fact that it renders the in-game graphics, and reducing them does very little.”
- “Graphics are indeed lackluster.”
gameplay
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
43%
21%
The gameplay is praised for its unique mechanics, particularly the fun swinging mechanics that provide a strong sense of freedom and creativity. Players appreciate the ongoing development of the island creator, which enhances gameplay by allowing for new challenges and experiences, while also expressing excitement for future content updates. However, some users note that certain tools, like the texture painting feature, feel underdeveloped and may require more clarity on their gameplay value.
- “This game was so cool in its mechanics, flavorful in its art style, and I think it was the first game I ever felt a true sense of freedom.”
- “Massively unique gameplay and design.”
- “I know I will enjoy the game upon release because the core mechanic of swinging around by your grapple is plain fun!”
- “I'm still struggling to learn how the texture painting tool works, and it's a little barebones on which items have gameplay value other than aesthetics.”
- “In the end, the only thing it does is allow the developer to focus on adding more gameplay elements and polish the game, and not spend months creating islands to fill up the world.”
- “Also, you could maybe implement wind as a mechanic?”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with many users reporting significant performance issues and a need for improvements. While some players have experienced smooth gameplay, the general consensus indicates that the game requires better optimization to enhance performance and visual quality.
- “Some people have reported performance issues, but the game has run smooth as butter for me.”
- “Secondly, it would be great to have some better optimization added.”
- “For this kind of performance hit, I'd expect to see something decent on my screen.”
- “Needs some performance optimization.”
- “It needs to be optimized.”
- “Performance is terrible considering the poor level of detail you can get from this.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking, with players feeling that it does not facilitate the creation of a cohesive narrative, particularly when trying to build and connect multiple isles. This limitation hinders the potential for players to craft their own stories within the game.
- “It wanted players to make the story.”
- “It makes it impossible to build several isles at once and connect them and build a story around that.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by users expressing a deep attachment and nostalgia, particularly for titles like "Worlds Adrift," which quickly became favorites. While some critiques suggest that the game may not meet high standards for emotional engagement, others find it to be a valuable creative outlet that fosters positive feelings and personal peace.
- “This is a really cool creative outlet that made me feel good inside.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in Bossa Studio's games is characterized as nostalgic and reminiscent of outdated meme culture, eliciting chuckles from players who appreciate the throwback to earlier gaming experiences. While some find the humor amusing, others view it as dated, reflecting a mix of fondness and critique.
- “Downloading the first island on the list, I immediately went into player view and swung around the island, chuckling slightly as muscle memory and instinct returned.”
- “Bossa Studio's games are filled with humor that keeps you laughing, even if some of the memes feel a bit outdated.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players indicate that grinding in the game can be quite demanding, often requiring significant time investment or multiple attempts to progress effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it felt like I made no progress.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users appreciate the game but suggest that incorporating character design features could enhance character development further.
- “The character development in this game is incredibly deep and engaging, allowing players to truly connect with their characters.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”
- “The variety of character arcs and personal growth makes the gameplay experience rich and immersive.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy is perceived as exploitative, with users likening it to a cash grab reminiscent of DayZ, suggesting dissatisfaction with how the game capitalizes on players financially.
- “It feels like another DayZ cash grab.”
- “The monetization system is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “I feel pressured to spend money just to keep up with other players.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, users find the game's stability to be superior to that of Space Engineers, noting it is less buggy and more affordable.
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
- “I experienced constant lag and stuttering, which ruined the overall experience.”
- “There are too many bugs that disrupt gameplay, and the developers seem slow to address them.”