1. Introduction to Islanders New Shores
Hoots from Nintendo Dads plays Islanders New Shores.
This game is a low-stakes roguelike city builder.
Playing on Switch (original), no performance enhancements from Switch 2.
2. Tutorial and Gameplay
Learning how to play the game through the tutorial.
Using the D-pad to select and place buildings.
Building a brewery and planting hops to obtain resources.
Moving buildings to find the location with the highest score.
Building seaweed farms, brick factories, sawmills, etc.
Exploring new islands is possible.
3. Decision to Explore a New Island
Moving to a new island loses everything on the current island, but the score is maintained.
You can also stay on the current island to earn more points.
Deciding to move to a new island for first impressions.
4. Playing on a New Island
Starting the game on a new island.
Building an oracle to earn coins.
Building a seaweed farm.
Unlocking new building types.
5. Game Release Information and Closing
Islanders New Shores is scheduled to be released on July 10th (based on 2025).
The previous game, Islanders, can be purchased for about $5 on the Nintendo eShop.
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