Moonstone Island

by Studio Supersoft, Raw Fury

The Developer Says...

Moonstone Island is a creature-collecting life-sim set in an open world with 100 islands to explore. Make friends, brew potions, collect Spirits, and test your strength in card-based encounters to complete your Alchemy training!

Players Like...

❤ Creature Collection and Customization

Players can tame over 70 unique spirit creatures, each with distinctive elemental affinities and combat abilities. Building and customizing a team of these spirits is a core part of the experience, as players can level them up, feed them stat-boosting items, and curate their individual decks of combat cards. Reviewers have widely praised the creativity and variety of the spirit designs as a highlight of the game.

❤ Card-Based Combat

The combat system utilizes a deck-building mechanic, requiring players to assemble a deck of cards for each of their spirits. These cards represent the abilities and attacks that spirit can use in battle. Battles play out as turn-based card duels, where players must strategically leverage the strengths and synergies of their spirit team to overcome opponents. Many reviewers have found this combat system engaging and rewarding, particularly as they experiment with different deck compositions and spirit type combinations.

❤ Exploration and Progression

The game's overworld features 100 interconnected islands for players to freely explore. Traveling between these islands by balloon, broom, or glider provides a sense of adventure, as players uncover new biomes, resources, and dungeons to conquer. Progression comes through a combination of increasing one's alchemical skills, unlocking new tools and vehicles, and expanding the reach of one's home island. Reviewers have praised the open-ended, self-directed nature of the exploration and progression systems.

❤ Farming, Crafting, and Life Sim Elements

While not the central focus, the game does incorporate farming, crafting, and life simulation mechanics. Players can grow a variety of crops to feed their spirits, brew potions, and earn income. The game also allows for house decoration and relationship-building with the island's quirky cast of NPCs. These elements, while not as deep as dedicated farm/life sims, provide a comforting, cozy layer to the overall experience.

❤ Accessibility and Customization

The game offers a suite of customization options to tailor the experience to individual playstyles. Players can adjust the game's difficulty, resource spawn rates, and even the length of the in-game day. This flexibility, combined with the game's Steam Deck support, has resonated with many reviewers as making the game highly accessible and accommodating to a wide range of player preferences.

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