Visual Novel

Island

Single Player

3.5

Users · IGDB

2016

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateApril 28, 2016

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Visual Novel

Playable on

PCPlayStationNintendo

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PC (Microsoft Windows)PlayStation 4PlayStation VitaNintendo Switch

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About this game

Island is an intricate visual novel with multiple routes and endings. Through use of the game’s flowchart system, players navigate through the story and uncover clues to unravel the mysteries of Urashima, the titular island.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Layered mystery surrounding Urashima anchors the narrative.
Later revelations provide payoff for the lengthy buildup.
Flowchart helps navigate nonlinear routes and revisit branches.
Rinne is a memorable, emotionally central heroine.
Island setting, artwork, backgrounds, and music create distinctive atmosphere.

Cons

Time-travel concepts and chronology can be difficult to follow.
Final explanations and thematic resolution receive mixed reactions.
Slow opening relies heavily on lengthy exposition.
Individual routes and supporting arcs vary in development.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

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Gameplay & themes

Visual Novel

Island

Single Player

3.5

Users · IGDB

2016

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒

📅 Release Info

Release DateApril 28, 2016

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Visual Novel

Playable on

PCPlayStationNintendo

Show all 4 versions ▾

PC (Microsoft Windows)PlayStation 4PlayStation VitaNintendo Switch

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Layered mystery surrounding Urashima anchors the narrative.
Later revelations provide payoff for the lengthy buildup.
Flowchart helps navigate nonlinear routes and revisit branches.
Rinne is a memorable, emotionally central heroine.
Island setting, artwork, backgrounds, and music create distinctive atmosphere.

Cons

Time-travel concepts and chronology can be difficult to follow.
Final explanations and thematic resolution receive mixed reactions.
Slow opening relies heavily on lengthy exposition.
Individual routes and supporting arcs vary in development.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

Where to Buy / Play

Official stores where this game is available. Links open the store page in a new tab.

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