Starsand Island News

[p]Dear islanders,[/p][p]We're truly grateful to everyone who joined our cozy world during Steam Next Fest. Your support, feedback, and kind words have meant the world to us.[/p][p]As a token of our appreciation, the Free Demo will remain open — though the exact closing date will be announced later.[/p][p]The festival may have ended, but our story on the island continues — and during this extended period, we will continue updating the Demo, optimizing your experience and fixing issues, so that Starsand Island can greet you in an even better state.[/p][p]For those who haven’t visited the island yet, this is the perfect time to come and experience its cozy charm![/p][p]Thank you for being part of this healing journey. Let's keep building, exploring, and creating new memories together on Starsand Island.[/p][p]— The Starsand Island Team[/p][p][/p][p]Join our official Discord to get the latest updates:[/p][p]Discord：[/p][p]http://discord.gg/HHnJvsspk4[/p][p][/p]

[p]Dear islanders,[/p][p]In this demo update, we have made multiple optimizations and fixes to make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. The details are as follows:[/p][p][/p][p]Optimizations[/p]

• [p]Adjusted the LOD fade configuration to reduce in-game stuttering and improve overall smoothness.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Fixes[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where the character portrait in Graminova's Lost Item quest was displaying incorrectly.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a mismatch between the shadow settings option and its recommended value in the settings menu.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Thank you to all islanders for your feedback. We will continue to work hard to make Starsand Island warmer and more enjoyable![/p]

[p]Dear islanders,[/p][p]In this demo update, we have made multiple optimizations and fixes to make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. The details are as follows:[/p][p][/p][p]Optimizations[/p]

• [p]Improved shadow rendering for vegetation.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted the number of objects displayed at various graphics quality levels to enhance performance.[/p]
• [p]Reduced temporary stuttering that occurred shortly after switching scenes.[/p]

[p]Fixes[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where the seed shop did not sell Mountain Rice seeds.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a problem where placing Trellis from the backpack did not consume them.[/p]
• [p]Fixed a bug that could prevent the "Stitch & Share" quest from being completed.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Thank you to all islanders for your feedback. We will continue to work hard to make Starsand Island warmer and more enjoyable![/p]

[p]Dear Islanders,[/p][p]In this demo update, we have made multiple optimizations and fixes to make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. The details are as follows:[/p][p][/p][p]Optimizations[/p]

• [p]Reduced game package size to improve performance and minimize stuttering.[/p]
• [p]Optimized the graphics settings interface to make display options easier to understand.[/p]
• [p]Adjusted resolution recommendation rules — high-end devices will no longer have their resolution automatically lowered.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Fixes[/p]

• [p]Fixed an issue where crafting a streetlamp in Moonlit Forest could prevent the quest from being completed.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where an extra NPC could occasionally appear during Graminova's first encounter event.[/p]
• [p]Fixed an issue where buildings could not be placed during rainy weather.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Thank you to all islanders for your feedback. We will continue to work hard to make Starsand Island warmer and more enjoyable![/p]

[p]Hey everyone! We're the Seed Lab team, the creators of Starsand Island! A huge thank you for all your support and enthusiasm. This Free Demo offers a little taste of farm life on Starsand Island. Each save file lets you enjoy a full 5-day cycle (about 2.5 hours), and you can create multiple saves to explore everything the game has to offer.[/p][p]Here's a closer look at the main gameplay features available in this demo — from daily life to magical adventures, you can fully enjoy island life.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]1. Profession System[/h3][p][/p][p]Farming[/p][p]You can start from basic plots and expand to planting boxes and trelises, trying out different different ways to grow. You'll find everything from everyday crops like wheat and potatoes to more magical varieties. Keep an eye out for surprise "bountiful harvests," grow Gmax crops, and use crafting equipment to make all sorts of tools.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Crafting[/p][p]From Apprentice to Intermediate levels, you can craft basic mobility items such as skateboards and rollerblades, and upgrade tools to collect resources more efficiently.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Ranching[/p][p]Care for charming animals, build a bond with them, and receive their delightful gifts.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Fishing[/p][p]Cast a line in lakes, rivers, or the sea to reel in a variety of fish. Later on, you can build your own fish ponds and aquariums for breeding and display.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Island Life[/p][p]Buy land to expand your home, build farms, houses, and stations. With the DIY system, you can design everything your own way, making each homestead one-of-a-kind.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]2. NPCs[/h3]

• [p]Residents: Every islander has their own unique skills and personalities. Increasing Affection can unlock special stories. In this demo, you can unlock up to 2 hearts of Affection with them.[/p]
• [p]Tourists: These island visitors may ask you for help, adding more interactive and fun moments to your cozy life on the island.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]3. Vehicles[/h3]

• [p]Land Rides: Skateboards, rollerblades, and mini motorbikes, some of which can be customized via the game's DIY system.[/p]
• [p]Water Vehicles: Speedboats, bamboo rafts, and more.[/p]
• [p]Special Mounts: You might just befriend some unique island animals. With enough trust, they could even let you ride them as you travel across the island.[/p]

[p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]4. Pets[/h3][p]Cute animals such as cats, dogs, capybaras, and squirrels are all available. You can increase their Affection by feeding and petting them, unlock more interactions, and even adopt them to create a pet paradise at home.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]5. Other Features[/h3][p]You can also try your hand at bug catching, photography, and watch your skills grow as you master your chosen Professions, adding even more variety to your island days.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]Closing Words[/h3][p]This Free Demo brings together the heart of Starsand Island's gameplay and a glimpse of what's to come. By playing and sharing your thoughts, you help us understand how island life feels to you.[/p][p]Thank you to every player who joins in—your feedback is invaluable in helping us polish the game and create a cozier, more welcoming Starsand Island. We can't wait to share the full game with you soon[/p][p][/p][p]Starsand Island is still in an ongoing optimization phase, and we welcome you to provide feedback at any time through the following channels: [/p][p]Official Community: https://discord.gg/HHnJvsspk4 [/p][p]Thank you for playing Starsand Island![/p]