ISLANDERS: New Shores launches July 10

The follow-up to the minimalist city-building game, titled “ISLANDERS: New Shores,” is scheduled to debut on July 10th for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. This exciting news was shared by the developers at Coatsink.

Coatsink also announced the game’s content roadmap following release, which is as follows:

June / July / August
- Game Release – ISLANDERS: New Shores releases July 10, 2025!
- New Biome – A new mysterious biome arrives later this summer!
- Monthly Challenges – Can you master the latest island-building challenges?
September / October
- Seasonal Update – Spooky season returns with eerie aesthetics.
- New Rewards – Grab brand new rewards and show off your progress.
- Monthly Challenges – Can you master the latest island-building challenges?
November / December
- Seasonal Update – Enter winter season with a cold but cozy update!
- New Boon – Try to beat your highscore with a new and exciting boon in your collection.
- Monthly Challenges – Can you master the latest island-building challenges?

Here is an overview of the game, via Coatsink:

About

In the game “ISLANDERS: New Shores“, they’ve replicated the calming ambiance and simplified strategy that made the original so popular, and have expanded upon these elements by introducing fresh mechanics, game modes, and additional features.

ISLANDERS: New Horizons beckons you to revisit a serene, imaginative realm suitable for both returning enthusiasts and fresh recruits. In this new edition of ISLANDERS: New Horizons, you find yourself on a string of enchanting islands ripe for construction. Each level commences with a selection of buildings at your disposal. Strategically position them to maximize points throughout the stage, while gradually unveiling additional structures as part of an engaging experience that streamlines the intricacy of grand city-building into concise, intellectually stimulating strategy sessions.

Let’s unfurl the blueprints and examine the exciting new additions in “ISLANDERS: New Shores”! One significant addition is the inclusion of “benefits,” which are special, one-time power-ups that you unlock on each stage as you accumulate points. These benefits serve as valuable aids, especially when confronting the game’s challenging levels. Benefits enable you to duplicate structures in your inventory and replace buildings you’ve already constructed. There’s plenty more for you to uncover on your own in the full game, as each benefit presents an engaging twist on city-building strategies.

In addition to its breathtaking islands, ISLANDERS: New Shores introduces a Sandbox mode, diverse building types, sophisticated scoring systems, and distinctive island characteristics. It also includes a Photo Mode complete with filters and a rotating camera for capturing stunning images of your artistic creations on the beautiful natural terrains within the game. For those who stream, Twitch integration offers viewers the chance to decide what items get selected.

Key Features

Two modes: High Score and Sandbox with separate saves.
44 unique building types and seven stunning island properties.
50 dynamic island generators offering endless variety.
Photo Mode with filters and a turntable camera.
75 minutes of original, immersive music.
Boons: new one-time power-ups for strategic gameplay.
Advanced scoring systems that reward clever tactics.
Twitch integration for an interactive streaming experience.

Watch a new trailer below.

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