SimulationFit check
Is Island of the Lost worth it for you?
We tell you who should skip it, too.
Play it if you…
Good fit- Players seeking a first-person exploration game set on an island.
- Players who prefer a relaxed pace and peaceful exploration.
- Exploration fans interested in finding optional secrets and collectibles.
Skip it if you…
Saves you a refund- Players looking for combat-centered gameplay may find the exploration focus limiting.
- Those seeking a broad range of gameplay systems may find the search-and-discovery focus narrow.
- Players looking for survival crafting or resource management may prefer a game built around those systems.
Our take on Island of the Lost
Its emphasis on quiet exploration leaves less room for other types of gameplay. That focused structure suits wandering among the island's environments, but players seeking a broader mix of mechanics may find the experience narrow.
What is Island of the Lost?
Island of the Lost is a first-person exploration game set on an island where the player is stranded after a storm.
Explore eight environments, including tropical islands, canyons, jungle ruins and swamps, while looking for a way off the island. Collect treasures and special items, uncover secret areas and Easter eggs, and watch for hidden dangers and traps. The game focuses on exploring its surroundings and lingering in them, with an original score by Nicholas Singer. Steam Achievements are also available.
How Island of the Lost plays
- 01Eight environments
- The island's areas include tropical settings, canyons, jungle ruins and swamps.
- 02Hidden discoveries
- Search for treasures, special items, secret areas and Easter eggs across the levels.
- 03Environmental hazards
- Exploration includes hidden dangers and booby traps.
- 04Original score
- The soundtrack is by composer Nicholas Singer.
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Island of the Lost: platforms & release
Is Island of the Lost worth it?
It is worth it if: players seeking a first-person exploration game set on an island. Skip it if: players looking for combat-centered gameplay may find the exploration focus limiting.
Where can I download Island of the Lost?
Use the Download Now button on this page: it opens Island of the Lost's store page, where you can choose how to get it.
What platforms is Island of the Lost on?
Windows only.
