Starsand Island News

[p]Islanders, less than 24 hours remain before the special train to Starsand Island departs. The island is ready and waiting for your first footsteps.[/p][p][/p][p]\[Bustling Streets][/p][p]From the Marlo's Morning Delights and the laughter of the playground, to the colorful street stalls and wisteria-covered walkways, every corner of Starsand Town feels warm and alive. Walking through the town is like stepping back into a simple, cozy childhood memory.[/p][p]\[The Wildlands][/p][p]Beyond the town lies a living natural world. Quiet forests, whispering bamboo groves, summer lotus ponds, and ancient underground ruins waiting to be explored. These wildlands are rich in resources and full of hidden wonders and surprise treasure chests.[/p][p]\[Cultural Scenery][/p][p]Climb Yueyang Tower and take in the misty views. Explore Qingyin Mountain and feel the quiet spirit of traditional culture. Stroll through water towns inspired by southern China, where arched bridges and flowing canals mirror daily life. These places are more than scenery, they are living landmarks you can enter, explore, and connect with.[/p][p]\[Azure Tides][/p][p]The coastline is full of the island’s romance. By day, the waves are clear and bright. At sunset, the sea glows with warm golden light. And at night, you might spot the glowing “Blue Tears” along the shore, shining like scattered stars. The ocean always brings moments of calm and surprise.[/p][p]\[Dreamlike Skies][/p][p]When night falls, the Milky Way can fill the sky, and sometimes you may even see auroras dancing on the horizon. Deep within the ruins, a glowing path floats in the air, waiting for travelers to step onto it and follow it toward starlit legends.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for your continued support.[/p][p]Starsand Island is still in active development, and we welcome your feedback through our in-game and community channels.[/p][p]Join our official Starsand Island Discord and become part of our island co-creation journey.[/p][p]We'll keep working hard to make Starsand Island even better.[/p][p]Discord: [/p][p]https://discord.gg/XW63928c65[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Next stop: Starsand Island! See you on February 11 at 9:00 AM PST![/p]

[p][/p][p]Starsand Island has reached 600,000 wishlists on Steam! 🎉[/p][p]We want to say a heartfelt thank you to every islander who has supported us along the way.[/p][p][/p][p]Can't wait to welcome you to the island on February 11.[/p][p][/p][p]💌 Haven't added it yet? Wishlist Starsand Island on Steam:[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]💡Join our official Discord to get the latest updates:[/p][p][/p][p]Discord：https://discord.gg/XW63928c65 [/p]

[p]Islanders, the journey starts in less than 2 days! Yesterday, we showed off the character creator—a small taste of the freedom Starsand Island offers. Today, let’s talk about the build and customization systems, giving you complete control over your island. From room layouts to terrain design, every inch is yours to shape.[/p][p][/p][h3]\[Freedom to Build][/h3][p]Start from scratch and build your dream home piece by piece! At a foundational level, we designed house interiors and exteriors as a fully integrated system. Islanders can move seamlessly between indoor and outdoor spaces with no loading screens, creating a more complete and immersive building and decorating experience. Our robust system lets you lay foundations, rotate items, and use tools like grid alignment and perspective mode for precision.[/p][p]Customize walls and floors with different materials, and decorate your space with almost anything you find in the game—from snacks to old tools—bringing your home to life with personality. For perfectionists, build mode even lets you preview your home in different weather, times of day, and lighting. Your creations will always look their best![/p][p]Some players have told us they felt overwhelmed by the powerful building tools in the past. This time, we’ve not only streamlined the entire building system but also introduced a beginner-friendly guide. Now, everyone can enjoy the fun of creating something with their own hands![/p][p][/p][h3]\[Endless Decoration Options][/h3][p]To bring your ideas to life, we’ve got nearly a thousand decorative items in styles like classic, modern, European, traditional, and whimsical fairytale. Whether it’s a cozy cottage or a grand estate, our huge library has everything you need. From big layouts to small details, the sky's the limit![/p][h3]\[Preset Layouts][/h3][p]Need a quick setup or some inspiration? Our layout system has you covered! Choose from eight pre-designed homes, like a Chinese courtyard, European villa, or even a luxury amusement park. Just gather the materials and build your dream home with one click. You can also save your own creations as blueprints to reuse across saves.[/p][h3]\[Terrain Editing][/h3][p]If building a home isn’t enough to satisfy your creativity, the terrain editor on Windflute Island is your ultimate playground. Shape hills, dig lakes, lay roads, and design gardens however you like. Go beyond “decorating a house” to “shaping an entire world.” Your island, your rules.[/p][p][/p][p]Stay tuned for more info in these final days before launch.[/p][p][/p][p]Want to connect with other fans? Join us on Discord:[/p][p][/p][p]https://discord.gg/XW63928c65[/p]

Starsand Island came across my desk the same way most of these games do—with CGM’s Dayna Eileen presenting it to me with an interested inquiry, due in large part to general cuteness. But I’ve played quite a few of these “Life Sims, but with Farming” these past couple of months, and in some ways they’re all starting to blur together a bit, so I was really anticipating this game to WOW me.

Maybe it’s too soon to tell, since Starsand Island is still in Early Access, but it didn’t exactly ignite the fire, but it certainly sparked a couple of embers. The game has many good ideas and a solid foundation to build on, but it lacks a distinctive edge. I was never hating my time with it, but the more I played it, the more I wondered why I wasn’t just playing Story of Seasons. 

Following the formula, Starsand Island begins when the protagonist decides to leave the hustle and bustle of big-city life behind and return to the idyllic island of their youth. Once there, they’ll take... Read more

[p]Hello, Islanders![/p][p]The countdown is on—just three days until Starsand Island launches in Early Access! During the free demo at the last Steam Next Fest, many of you asked for more freedom in character customization. We listened. Every suggestion was carefully considered and turned into real improvements. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce the fully upgraded character customization system in the EA version. On Starsand Island, every Islander can truly be one of a kind.[/p][p][/p][p]Full Color Customization[/p][p]No more limited preset palettes! We’ve added a full color wheel so you can customize hair, eye color, and skin tone however you like. Fine-tune each color’s saturation and brightness to get the perfect look. Plus, choose from over 100 facial details, including eyebrows, eyeliner, lip color, face paint, and more. Whether you’re going for a soft, natural vibe or a bold, edgy style, the options are endless![/p][p]Fashion Inspired by Tradition & More[/p][p]In the EA version, hats and hairstyles can now be mixed and matched, a big improvement from the demo. We’ve also added over 200 wearable pieces per body type, all designed for mixing and matching. From casual outfits and elegant dresses to fantasy-themed looks, the possibilities are endless![/p][p]We’ve even introduced beautifully crafted outfits inspired by traditional Chinese clothing. By gathering materials and unlocking blueprints in-game, you can create these stunning pieces and add a touch of tradition to your island life.[/p][p][/p][p]Ethnic Styles and Dance[/p][p]We’ve gone beyond traditional aesthetics by carefully recreating 10 outfits inspired by the clothing of different Chinese ethnic groups. From intricate patterns to detailed accessories, every element reflects the unique character of each culture. To make these outfits even more vibrant, we’ve added matching traditional dance animations. Whether you’re dancing solo or with friends, the combination of clothing and movement creates an immersive cultural experience.[/p][p][/p][p]From the color of a single strand of hair to every stitch in your outfit, Starsand Island gives you the freedom to express who you are. In our next update, we’ll introduce one of the game’s core features: Build Mode.[/p][p]Your world, built your way. See you tomorrow.[/p][p][/p][p]Want to connect with other Starsand Island fans? Join our official Discord community:[/p][p][/p][p]https://discord.gg/XW63928c65[/p][p][/p]