Gamer Reviews — c'est les joueurs qui en parlent le mieux !

Syntheses generated by statistical aggregation of player reviews.

FREN
← Back to catalog
Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Win7/8/10 Processeur : i3-9320 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1050 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation *: Win7/8/10 Processeur : i5-9600 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : GTX 1070 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 20 GB d'espace disque disponible

Island Notes

Safe bet
⚔️ Compare View on Steam ↗
Released August 21, 2025
sample: 403 reviews posted after launch (46 AI-classified)
79/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 82 % · 836 reviews (« Very Positive »)
12,79€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Survival is the core that threads every island trek, surfacing in 13 of the most frequent keywords. The game enjoys a Very Positive Steam rating, with 82% of 836 reviews praising it, and post‑release sentiment staying high at 81% across 403 sampled reviews.

What it's about: Shipwrecked on a mysterious island, choose self-preservation or alliances. Master base-building, farming, fishing, romance and pet taming in this morally-charged survival simulator that blends strategy with human drama. Forge bonds, conquer nature, and evolve your humanity.

In-game

Screenshot Island NotesScreenshot Island NotesScreenshot Island NotesScreenshot Island NotesScreenshot Island NotesScreenshot Island Notes
« It’s quite interesting and has everything it should offer, and the price is reasonable. The only downside is that there’s a bit too little erotic content. Strongly recommend adding Steam Workshop support.‍ »
👍 anonymous review · 43 h played2
« came for the girls, stay for the gameplay i hope there will be r18 patch or mods someday huehuehue »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played1
« A new game constantly being worked on which is a good sign from the developers. Similar to games like the forest, ark survival and Conan exiles but without the boobs. for 13$ its a steal. »
👍 anonymous review · 119 h played1
« A sandbox survival construction&love simulation game, creative and with a great experience. Perhaps we need some "special" mods... ? »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« these girls are really nice and i can create the type of girl i like. honestly, an open-ended game like this has lots of potential. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« This game is beautiful. I love the classic surivial game experience so much and the game has done really well. I hope there could be more interactive options with the female characters. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« Interesting concept, but it's a bit too buggy now. I've had several crashes in a short time playing. The translations are rough, the UI is equally rough. Voices are Chinese only. Can't really recommend the game yet, but it has potential. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played1
« C,est un jeux sans AZERTY et sans possibilité de régler les touches. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« LOL ... just lol, I guess if you like game made in qbasic by a pervert kid, you might enjoy that... Thanks god for steam reimbursement policy. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« No key rebinding is an automatic no recommendation from me. Fix that and I'll give you a more thorough review. »
👎 anonymous review · 18 h played
« no. not as bad as the comments but as it is currently somewhat boring »
👎 anonymous review · 14 h played
« ill check back in after a few years. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played

In players' words

« It’s quite interesting and has everything it should offer, and the price is reasonable. The only downside is that there’s a bit too little erotic content. Strongly recommend adding Steam Workshop support.‍ »
👍 anonymous review · 43 h played2
« Interesting concept, but it's a bit too buggy now. I've had several crashes in a short time playing. The translations are rough, the UI is equally rough. Voices are Chinese only. Can't really recommend the game yet, but it has potential. »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played1
« came for the girls, stay for the gameplay i hope there will be r18 patch or mods someday huehuehue »
👍 anonymous review · 13 h played1
« C,est un jeux sans AZERTY et sans possibilité de régler les touches. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« A new game constantly being worked on which is a good sign from the developers. Similar to games like the forest, ark survival and Conan exiles but without the boobs. for 13$ its a steal. »
👍 anonymous review · 119 h played1
« LOL ... just lol, I guess if you like game made in qbasic by a pervert kid, you might enjoy that... Thanks god for steam reimbursement policy. »
👎 anonymous review · 0 h played
« A sandbox survival construction&love simulation game, creative and with a great experience. Perhaps we need some "special" mods... ? »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« No key rebinding is an automatic no recommendation from me. Fix that and I'll give you a more thorough review. »
👎 anonymous review · 18 h played
« these girls are really nice and i can create the type of girl i like. honestly, an open-ended game like this has lots of potential. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« no. not as bad as the comments but as it is currently somewhat boring »
👎 anonymous review · 14 h played
« This game is beautiful. I love the classic surivial game experience so much and the game has done really well. I hope there could be more interactive options with the female characters. »
👍 anonymous review · 12 h played
« ill check back in after a few years. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
79 % pos · n=43
Graphics / art
62 % pos · n=8
Story / writing
71 % pos · n=7
Interface / UX
0 % pos · n=6
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=3
Value for money
100 % pos · n=3
Audio / music
0 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay433436
Graphics / art8512
Story / writing7502
Interface / UX6006
Content / longevity3300
Value for money3300
Audio / music1001
Stability / bugs1001
Multiplayer1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 13 h on median; those who dislike it: 14 h.

<2h
19 % (n=21)
2-10h
81 % (n=97)
10-25h
92 % (n=147)
>25h
78 % (n=138)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+8 pts) — updates have won players over
Aug 2025 : 72% positive72AugDec 2025 : 74% positive74DecJan 2026 : 85% positive85JanFeb 2026 : 77% positive77FebMar 2026 : 79% positive79MarApr 2026 : 75% positive75AprMay 2026 : 71% positive71MayJun 2026 : 90% positive90Jun

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€8.32€9.59€10.87€12.14€13.422026€8.95

Steam price tracked automatically since Aug 22, 2025 · All-time low: €8.95 (Jun 25, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,2 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 20 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 19,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

See Island Notes videos on YouTube →

This game on Twitch

Strengths

  • Gameplay draws the most praise: 34 positive mentions out of 43 total.
  • Story resonates with players: 5 positive mentions out of 7.
  • Longer play sessions are well‑received: 147 players logged 10‑25 hours, 92% positive.
  • Price is seen as fair: 3 positive mentions out of 3.

Weaknesses

  • User interface frustrates players: 6 negative mentions out of 6.
  • Technical glitches appear: 1 negative mention for bugs.
  • Audio receives a sole negative note: 1 negative mention out of 1.
  • Graphics have mixed feedback: 2 negative mentions out of 8.

Who is it for?

Fans of indie action‑adventure RPGs who enjoy survival mechanics and exploration will find plenty to love. Players tolerant of UI quirks and minor audio issues will still appreciate the strong gameplay and story.

Is Island Notes worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 82% of 836 Steam reviews are positive (player score 79/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay draws the most praise. Current price: 12,79€.

Verdict

Island Notes delivers a compelling survival‑driven adventure that largely satisfies its audience, reflected in a strong 82% positive Steam rating. While the core gameplay and narrative shine, the UI and occasional technical hiccups keep the experience from being flawless. Overall, it’s a solid indie offering for those who prioritize depth over polish.

Display this score

This game's player score, as a badge you can embed on your site or page.

Show the badge and the embed code
Island Notes: 79/100 by players — Gamer Reviews

Most frequent keywords

survie (13)amusement (5)exploration (5)aventure (5)problèmes (4)jeu (4)déception (3)traduction (3)probleme (3)nps (3)construction (2)crafting (2)

Similar games