ISLANDERS: New Shores News

🏝️ Hey everyone!

We’re excited to share that ISLANDERS: New Shores is part of the Steam City Builder & Colony Sim Fest, and we’ve got BIG news...

[h2]You can play the brand-new demo RIGHT NOW![/h2]

This is the first time players can get hands-on with ISLANDERS: New Shores, and we can’t wait for you to try it. Whether you're a long-time ISLANDERS fan or discovering the series for the first time, this demo is your first chance to experience everything we’ve been building - pun totally intended.

[h3]Just some of what’s new in ISLANDERS: New Shores:[/h3]

• New Islands - Explore majestic new island types. Volcanic peaks in the “Lava” islands, or the tranquil beauty of the “Fantasy” islands.
  
• Photo Mode - Capture and share your stunning island creations with customisable filters and a turntable camera.
  
• Expanded Soundtrack - Enjoy 75 minutes of original music that sets the perfect mood for your building adventures.
  
• Dynamic Scoring Systems - Master innovative scoring methods - such as line of sight, distance bonuses, and inter-island strategies - to enhance your gameplay.
  
• Boons - Unlock single-use power-ups that give you unique tactical advantages as you progress.
  
• Twitch Integration - Streamers can now engage their audiences directly with interactive features built into the game.
  

[h3]We Want Your Feedback![/h3]
Tried the demo? We’d love to hear what you think! Let us know what you enjoyed (or what could be better) by filling out our short survey here:

ISLANDERS: New Shores Demo Feedback.

[h3]Watch the Devs Play the Demo Live![/h3]
Want to see the game in action first? Head over to the ISLANDERS: New Shores Steam page where we’ll be displaying the stream throughout the festival. Come watch the Devs play, share their tips and tricks to getting the highest score, and insight into how they made the game!

Thanks again for being part of this community - we’re so excited to finally share ISLANDERS: New Shores with you. Let us know what you think, and happy building! 💙

From our Island to yours, we hope you enjoy the demo.
The Station

Welcome to ISLANDERS: New Shores!

Whether you're a longtime ISLANDERS fan or discovering the series for the first time, get ready to build, relax, and explore like never before!

ISLANDERS is all about effortless creativity and smart, minimalist strategy. It’s a city-building experience without the stress - no complex resource management, no overwhelming systems. Just beautifully generated islands, a carefully curated set of buildings, and the freedom to craft something amazing at your own pace. Whether you're chasing high scores or simply creating a scenic paradise, ISLANDERS delivers that perfect mix of calm and challenge.

With ISLANDERS: New Shores, we’re taking that philosophy even further! Expect more variety, more creativity, and more ways to play, all while keeping the same simple, satisfying charm that made the original such a hit.

Wishlist HERE

• What’s New?
• Two Modes: High Score and Sandbox, each with separate saves
  
• 44 Unique Building Types & 7 Island Properties to shape your city-building strategy
  
• 50 Dynamic Island Generators offering endless variety with every playthrough
  
• Photo Mode with filters and a turntable camera to capture your best builds
  
• 75 Minutes of Original Music to set the perfect atmosphere
  
• Boons: One-time power-ups for clever tactical play
  
• Advanced Scoring Systems that reward strategic creativity
  
• Twitch Integration for an interactive streaming experience
  

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This community has always been at the heart of ISLANDERS, and we’d love to hear your thoughts as we get closer to launch. Thanks for being part of this journey - we’re so excited to share New Shores with you!

Thanks for your support as always,
The ISLANDERS Team