Underplayed Gems

ISOLAND4: The Anchor of Memory (2024)

ISOLAND4: The Anchor of Memory cover
Developer
Cotton Game
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure, Casual, Indie, Strategy
Rating
4.4 of 5, 166 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A meditative and intricate point-and-click adventure that gently challenges you with layered puzzles and a reflective, literary atmosphere.

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What players say

Players say this is the most non-linear entry in the series and appreciate the new map for quick travel between scenes, but they are split on quality. Some find the puzzles more abstract and forced than before, and the second playthrough feels recycled. The story is largely disconnected from earlier entries, and while the cheap price helps, many suggest it is only for series fans.

Screenshots

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