This is one of those games that I just *know* I could get totally sucked into. In Ikonei Island, you're exploring an island, and doing all the crafting, exploring, and combat you'd expect.

The characters weren't very relatable (alien children?), but the overall aesthetic reminded me a bit of games like Slime Rancher. You're given a decent degree of freedom, whilst still having guidance on what you need to do to progress. I started upgrading my house, and it provides a hint towards what items you'll eventually need.

Whilst I played single player (as usual), the store page lists an amazing feature where friends can play for free so long as *one* of you owns the game! This even applies to the 2 hour demo, a great way to get new groups of friends signed up.

This is one of those games that I just *know* I could get totally sucked into. In Ikonei Island, you're exploring an island, and doing all the crafting, exploring, and combat you'd expect. The characters weren't very relatable (alien children?), but the overall aesthetic reminded me a bit of games like Slime Rancher. You're given a decent degree of freedom, whilst still having guidance on what you need to do to progress. I started upgrading my house, and it provides a hint towards what items you'll eventually need. Whilst I played single player (as usual), the store page lists an amazing feature where friends can play for free so long as *one* of you owns the game! This even applies to the 2 hour demo, a great way to get new groups of friends signed up.