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The Islander is a fast building/farming game set somewhere in an exotic Polynesia. Plant crops, bushes and trees, build livestock pens, but don’t forget to make it look classy by adding various decorations.

The Islander is a farming sim, casual and indie game developed and published by Boxhead Bros..
Released on February 13th 2018 is available only on Windows in 6 languages: English, Simplified Chinese, Spanish - Spain, Russian, Portuguese - Brazil and German.

It has received 420 reviews of which 300 were positive and 120 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.8 out of 10. 😐

The game is currently priced at 2.99€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified The Islander into these genres:

Farming Sim Casual Indie Simulation Clicker Pixel Graphics Building Sandbox Singleplayer Agriculture 2D Relaxing Colorful Cute Family Friendly RPG Multiplayer Retro Atmospheric Fishing

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System requirements

These are the minimum specifications needed to play the game. For the best experience, we recommend that you verify them.

Windows
  • OS *: Windows 7 or later
  • Processor: 2 GHz
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: 128 MB
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 100 MB available space

User reviews & Ratings

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March 2025
this is a really fun idle game you can play when bored that doesnt take up too much storage
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Jan. 2025
The Island is primarily an idle/clicker game with 'farming sim' elements. Judging the game by this fact, it's a relatively short and simple experience. The gameplay is straightforward, and if you're aiming for 100% completion, you can unlock all the achievements in about five hours. For what it is, and at its price point, it’s a fine little game. Just don’t expect anything too deep or complex.
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Dec. 2024
verry short game but i m on my second playthrough soo i cant say its bad
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Dec. 2024
The developers need to come back to this and simply re-write the blurb to say this is an idle game and the idle crowd would love it. It's a fairly short one, granted. But I think that is reflected well in the price. It's perfect for people like me that want to tinker with something simple and easy while drinking their morning coffee.
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Dec. 2024
The Islander – Where Farming Meets Island Chic 🌴🌺 Ever wanted to escape to a tropical paradise where you can plant crops, raise animals, and build the ultimate island retreat without the threat of crashing waves or stingy hotel bills? Welcome to The Islander, where the only thing you need to worry about is how many palm trees you can fit on your picture-perfect plot of land. 🏝️🌾 This game is like the love child of Farmville and a beach resort, and trust me, it’s a match made in heaven. You’ll plant everything from crops to trees (and even bushes, because why not), while also constructing livestock pens that would make even the most seasoned farmer jealous. But here’s the twist: it’s not just about farming—The Islander encourages you to decorate your island with the classiest palm fronds and tiki torches you can find. 🐑🌿✨ The pace is fast, which means you’re constantly hustling to make your island look fabulous, but it’s the kind of hustle where you end up feeling more like a laid-back island mogul than a stressed-out farmer. It’s the perfect combination of relaxation and creative freedom, where every decision feels like you’re designing the ultimate luxury retreat—except there are no deadlines or picky clients. 😎🍹 So, if you’re looking for a game that’s as chill as a tropical breeze and as fun as throwing a luau, The Islander is the perfect getaway. Plant, build, decorate, and make your island the envy of the Pacific. You’ll be island-hopping your way to happiness in no time! 🌺🌊 Score: 7/10 Created with <3
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Islander is currently priced at 2.99€ on Steam.

The Islander is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 2.99€ on Steam.

The Islander received 300 positive votes out of a total of 420 achieving a rating of 6.80.
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The Islander was developed and published by Boxhead Bros..

The Islander is playable and fully supported on Windows.

The Islander is not playable on MacOS.

The Islander is not playable on Linux.

The Islander is a single-player game.

The Islander does not currently offer any DLC.

The Islander does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

The Islander does not support Steam Remote Play.

The Islander is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for The Islander.

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The Islander
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Release 13 Feb 2018
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