ISLANDERS: New Shores Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-09-27
  • Sequel improves on predecessor
  • Relaxing city builder experience
  • New mechanics add depth
  • Repetitive and monotonous gameplay
  • Lacks strategic depth
  • Feels like DLC expansion
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Refund churn

Risk snapshot

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79.3% PrecisionAug 5, 2025 → Sep 22, 2026
Total revenue at risk
$17,113

~$1,242 per month

Modeled from refund-intent reviews

Most dangerous issue
Islands Deleted On Progression

Design · 18.1% of risk

Churn driver breakdown

Weighted by churn risk

$17,113
Design
Technical
92.4%$15,821
7.6%$1,292
Issue map

Complaint treemap

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Issue treemap
Design · 93.8% share
Technical · 6.3% share
Issue · Design
Islands Deleted On Progression
Share of issues
18.8%
Primary region
Germany
Detected from language cues
Anger level
Annoyed
Average sentiment intensity