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Acclaimed minimalist city builder Islanders is getting a sequel

If you've spent anytime at all plopping stuff down in 2019's wonderfully soothing minimalist city builder Islanders, th…

That probably doesn't sound hugely exciting, but its chill vibes and relaxed action made for an unexpectedly hypnotic experience - a space management game as compelling as it was soothing. This time around, Coatsink - which acquired the franchise from original developer Grizzly Games in 2022 - has teamed up with SteamWorld Build studio The Station, and it's touting a variety of new features for its sequel. Watch on YouTube For starters, New Shores introduces "boons" - one-time power-ups unlocked as players amass points, used to gain an advantage on tougher stages - plus two distinct modes of play in the form of High Score and Sandbox, each with their own saves.

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