The Survivalists Review!
“A World of Adventure and Possibilities Awaits in The Survivalists! The island is alive! Your newfound home will change with day/night cycles as you explore and uncover its secrets.
Enter an amazing island full of wildlife and nature, however, you need to learn how to survive!
Hunt (or be hunted by!) animals for food and an array of mythical enemies, who aren’t necessarily pleased to see you. Get quests from a Mysterious Stranger or find them washed up on the shore. Prepare to trek into a procedurally generated wilderness, with a variety of biomes, for an adventure that’s unique to every player.”
iOS Link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-survivalists/id1515959873
Android Link: Not currently available
Company: Team17 Digital Limited
Genre: Adventure, Apple Arcade
Rated: 9+
Gameplay
In the Survivalists, the aim of the game is to well, survive. It’s one of the best survival games I’ve found so far on the app store and this is due to the resemblance it has to Stardew Valley. When playing this game, it feels like you’re playing a proper console or PC game, rather than a mobile game and it’s great fun! You can customize your character, chop down trees, craft recipes, and craft items.
Graphics
Just like the gameplay heavily reminds me of Stardew Valley, the graphics do too. If you’re looking for a high-quality crafting and survival game that won’t break the bank, this is a brilliant option.
Music & Sounds
As you’re stranded near a beach, you can hear a lot of seagulls and waves crashing as you go exploring. This is a nice touch and honestly makes the game feel so chilled and relaxing. A lot of survival games on the app store are pretty intense and expect you to do so much in a little time, but this gives a much more chilled out vibe.
Controls
To control your character, move the virtual joystick around. If you want to perform an action, there are 4 buttons on the top left-hand side of the screen and a few down at the bottom. These will all come in handy depending on if you want to craft or explore so get familiar with them.
The Power of in-app Purchases
As this is a game included in the Apple Arcade subscription (£4.99 a month), it contains no ads or in-app purchases.
The Verdict
As I am a big fan of games where you can craft, this is a brilliant game in my eyes. If you’re big on Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing, or even Terraria, you’re going to love The Survivalists. I’m definitely going to keep this game on my phone for some time as I’m already addicted.
If you decide to download The Survivalists, let us know what you think and if you agree or disagree with the things we said. Happy gaming and stay casual!
The Survivalists Overall Rating: 4/5
iOS Link: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-survivalists/id1515959873
Android Link: Not currently available
Company: Team17 Digital Limited
Genre: Adventure, Apple Arcade
Rated: 9+
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