"Rebuild, relax, and explore in this anti-grind anime farming paradise."
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About
Escape the city grind in Starsand Island, a vibrant anime-inspired life simulation game that redefines the genre with a focus on relaxation and creativity. Rebuild your childhood home on a stunning seaside island, engage in five simultaneous careers ranging from farming to exploration, and immerse yourself in a world without punishing mechanics or tool durability.
Story
After becoming disillusioned with the hustle of city life, you return to your childhood roots on Starsand Island to revitalize the land. Rather than fighting a great evil, your journey focuses on personal growth, restoring the island's charm through an animated musical narrative, and building deep relationships with the quirky local residents and animals.
Gameplay
Experience a refreshing 'anti-grind' loop where tool durability doesn't exist and stamina is easily managed. Juggle five interconnected professions—farming giant crops, ranching alpaca mounts, crafting vehicles, fishing for the aquarium, and battling corrupted creatures with a slingshot—all governed by a dynamic four-season cycle and helpful apps like Workpedia and Star Note.
Key Features
- 1Five Simultaneous Careers (Farming, Ranching, Crafting, Fishing, Exploration)
- 2Sims-like Terrain Editing & House Construction
- 3Anti-Grind Mechanics (No item decay, easy stamina)
- 4Rideable Mounts & Customizable Vehicles
- 5Dynamic Four-Season Weather Cycle
- 6Comprehensive Museum & Aquarium Collections
- 7Deep NPC Relationship System
Highlights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Stunning anime-inspired art direction
- +Zero-stress gameplay with no tool degradation
- +High degree of creative freedom in building
- +Rich amount of content (100+ hours estimated)
Cons
- -Single-player only (no multiplayer currently)
- -Early Access launch means content is evolving
Game Ratings
Polished anime aesthetics with lush environments
Pure anti-grind philosophy design
Deep terrain and interior customization tools
Vast map including ruins and the Moonlit Forest
Casual combat with bows and slingshots
Who Will Enjoy This?
Players seeking a stress-free, beautiful world to inhabit.
Those who love designing homes and landscaping terrain.
Gamers who want to fill the Workpedia and Aquarium.
Similar To
Core Loop
Stardew Valley
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Building
The Sims 4
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Crafting/Workshop
My Time at Sandrock
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đź’ˇ Did You Know?
Development focuses entirely on 'anti-grind'—tools never break and stamina recovery is abundant.
You can breed and ride adorable animals, including Alpacas and rare lop-eared rabbits.
The story content alone is estimated to take over 100 hours to complete.
Features 'Giant Crops' mechanics allowing you to grow vegetables larger than your character.
This is the debut title from Seed Sparkle Lab.
Latest Updates & Events
Starsand Island - 30% OFF on Steam
Starsand Island is currently featured on the Steam store!
“The first can't-miss cozy game of 2026.”— Early Reviews
“Everything you wanted in a cozy game without the grind.”— Playtester Feedback
Game Ratings
Polished anime aesthetics with lush environments
Pure anti-grind philosophy design
Deep terrain and interior customization tools
Vast map including ruins and the Moonlit Forest
Casual combat with bows and slingshots
Who Will Enjoy This?
Players seeking a stress-free, beautiful world to inhabit.
Those who love designing homes and landscaping terrain.
Gamers who want to fill the Workpedia and Aquarium.
Similar To
đź’ˇ Did You Know?
Development focuses entirely on 'anti-grind'—tools never break and stamina recovery is abundant.
You can breed and ride adorable animals, including Alpacas and rare lop-eared rabbits.
The story content alone is estimated to take over 100 hours to complete.
Features 'Giant Crops' mechanics allowing you to grow vegetables larger than your character.
This is the debut title from Seed Sparkle Lab.
Latest Updates & Events
Starsand Island - 30% OFF on Steam
Starsand Island is currently featured on the Steam store!
Game Details
- Developer
- Seed Sparkle Lab
- Publisher
- Seed Sparkle Lab
- Platforms
- PC
- Genres
- Simulation, RPG +1
- Atmosphere
- whimsical