Islanders: New Shores – A New Chapter in Cozy City-Building
Almost five years after the release of the original Islanders, a game that captured the hearts of cozy-game enthusiasts with its engaging city-building mechanics, a sequel is on the horizon. Coatsink has officially announced that Islanders: New Shores will be arriving on consoles and PC this summer. The sequel promises to retain the charming elements that fans loved about the first game while introducing exciting new features to enhance the gameplay experience.
In Islanders: New Shores, players continue the captivating journey of developing cities on stunningly picturesque islands. Each level starts with a set of buildings available for strategic placement to maximize points. These points are crucial as they unlock additional buildings, providing more creative options and expanding gameplay possibilities.
New Features to Explore
One of the notable additions in the new game is the introduction of boons. These are one-time power-ups that players can unlock as they accumulate points. Boons offer the ability to perform complex tasks in a single action, such as duplicating existing buildings or demolishing them to clear space for new constructions. However, their strategic use is essential, particularly in more challenging levels where they can be a game-changer.
Furthermore, New Shores expands its play modes by introducing a sandbox mode complete with a separate save system from the high score mode. Additionally, a photo mode has been added, allowing players to capture and preserve images of their elaborate cityscapes or the breathtaking scenery of the islands.
Community Engagement and Availability
To enhance community interaction, New Shores integrates Twitch functionality, enabling viewers to participate in the building process by voting on choices during gameplay. This feature aims to bring a more interactive and communal feel to the solo adventure of city building.
Islanders: New Shores is set to launch on multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. While a specific release date beyond Summer 2025 has not been confirmed, anticipation is certainly building for this next installment in the Islanders series.
