Publisher Coatsink and developer The Station have announced ISLANDERS: New Shores, their new comfy city builder sequel.
ISLANDERS: New Shores is in development for Windows PC (via Steam), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 5 with a release set for later in 2025.
Here’s a rundown on the game, plus its reveal trailer:
Welcome to ISLANDERS: New Shores. Build your island retreat in a calm, minimalist world with exciting new features that keep the classic charm while inspiring fresh creativity.
The next chapter in the beloved minimalist city-building franchise is here. ISLANDERS: New Shores invites you back to a world of tranquil creativity, now reimagined with expanded gameplay, stunning visuals, and a host of fresh features that build on the charm of the original.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer, prepare to explore, build, and strategise like never before.Build Your Dream Cities Across 50 Unique Levels
Explore over 44 building types across 6 diverse biomes, each available in 4 vibrant colour variations, letting you customise your strategy and create truly unique cities.
Choose your mode of play; High Score Mode for those who love a competitive twist, or Sandbox Mode to let your creativity run wild.
Experience a World of New Features
- Photo Mode – Capture and share your stunning island creations with customisable filters and a turntable camera.
- Expanded Soundtrack – Enjoy 75 minutes of original music that sets the perfect mood for your building adventures.
- Dynamic Scoring Systems – Master innovative scoring methods – such as line of sight, distance bonuses, and inter-island strategies – to enhance your gameplay.
- Boons – Unlock single-use power-ups that give you unique tactical advantages as you progress.
- Twitch Integration – Streamers can now engage their audiences directly with interactive features built into the game.
A Visual Overhaul That Elevates the Experience
With a complete reimagining of the minimalist aesthetic, ISLANDERS: New Shores delivers a visual feast that complements its deep, strategic gameplay. Whether you’re here to relax or to challenge your building skills, every new shore offers a fresh canvas for creativity.
Key Features
- Two modes: High Score and Sandbox (with separate saves)
- 44 unique building types and 7 island properties
- 50 dynamic island generators offering endless variety
- Photo Mode with filters and a turntable camera
- 75 minutes of original, immersive music
- Boons: new one-time power-ups for strategic gameplay
- Advanced scoring systems that reward clever tactics
- Twitch integration for an interactive streaming experience
ISLANDERS: New Shores – where every island is a new adventure, and every build is a chance to create something extraordinary.
