Underplayed Gems

The Islander (2018)

The Islander cover
Developer
Boxhead Bros.
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating
3.5 of 5, 426 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A relaxing, fast-paced farming and building simulation set in a colorful, tropical island where you gradually expand and decorate your farm with the help of cute robot assistants.

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What players say

Players describe The Islander as a short, simple idle farming game that is relaxing for short sessions. Many note it can be finished in a few hours and suits achievement hunters, but some find the progression grinds to a halt in the middle and a handful report crashes that erase saves.

Screenshots

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