Islanders: Console Edition

Loot Level ChillMick Fraser

10/10

Satisfactory is a superb example of the factory sim, delivering a deep, comprehensive experience where it really feels like the devs have thought of everything.

GameSpewKim Snaith

9/10

Islanders truly is a relaxing, immersive experience that’s so easy to get lost into. The challenge of working out the best location to place a building is endlessly enjoyable, and for puzzle fans there’s even a hint of Tetris as you rotate differently-shaped buildings in order to make them fit perfectly within a space. For players looking for something a little lighter to play, I can’t recommend it highly enough – Islanders is the perfect way to switch off and unwind from the stresses of real life.

Pure NintendoMorgan Truder

8.5/10

Islanders was originally released on Steam in 2019. Now after two years, the Console Edition has been released on the Switch, the perfect home for this kind of

Nintendo World ReportWillem Hilhorst

8/10

While ISLANDERS: Console Edition can sometimes feel like a slightly frustrating experience with both its core mechanic of abandoning progress and irritating controls, I’ve still found myself returning to it again and again on Switch. It’s a relaxing little puzzle game that just put me in a fantastic zenlike mood and let my brains focus on finding simple solutions to achieve my own goals. I think that it works wonders for short pick up and play sessions and as something to just keep installed on your Switch to return to over time. I wish the controls were a bit more refined and that some bu…

COGConnectedPatrick Anderson

78/100

Lest you have any misapprehensions, I’ll start by stating that Islanders: Console Edition is not really a bite-size Civ game. Does that disappoint you? It shouldn’t, because it’s quite a good game in its own way. Its laid-back vibe, cute colorful visuals and open-ended gameplay make for an unassuming and friendly little game that might not be epic but is nevertheless full of charm.