Starsand Island
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Popular Stardew Valley-like Starsand Island removed from Steam for using "visual elements from a classic title" without permission, devs say they've already sent a new build to Valve
Starsand Island has been temporarily removed from Steam due to the developer, Seed Sparkle Lab, using unauthorized visual elements from a classic title in its mini-game section. The studio has submitted a new build without the infringing content and will offer free DLC to all players. The game, which launched in February and received positive reviews, is expected to return to the platform after Steam's review process.
2026 video game release date calendar
This article provides a comprehensive calendar of video game releases scheduled for 2026, including specific dates for titles like Grand Theft Auto 6 in November and early year releases such as Resident Evil Requiem. It details monthly releases across various platforms and lists notable titles with TBD release dates, promising to be updated as new information becomes available.
Bite Sized Reviews: Sky Harvest
Sky Harvest is an indie farming and life-simulation game developed by Hamzah Kirmani, offering a relaxing experience on giant floating islands. Despite being in Early Access, the game is praised for its scope, low price point, and emphasis on farming and exploration over combat. Future updates are planned based on community feedback.
Top Indie Game Releases of February 2026, Part 2 – GTOGG’s Curated Picks – Strange cats, dead men, and a theater of idols – GTOGG
This article highlights five notable indie game releases from February 2026, including Mewgenics, a tactical roguelike featuring super cats; Crisol: Theater of Idols, a survival horror FPS; ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN, an action game from Suda51; Starsand Island, a charming farming simulator; and REANIMAL, a dark adventure from Tarsier Studios.
PREVIEW Starsand Island
Starsand Island is a cozy life-simulation game where players return to their home island to escape city life. Despite a jarring start in its Early Access version, the game offers an enjoyable gameplay loop with various jobs like crafting, farming, and exploration, set on a beautiful, whimsical island. The preview highlights the game's potential, hoping for more story buildup in the final release.
Starsand Island Glowfish Guide - Location, Bait & Time
This guide details how to catch the rare Glowfish in Starsand Island, a life sim/RPG available on PC. The Glowfish is only available between midnight and 2 AM during Autumn in the Moonlit Forest near the Waterfall or Darkwater Shore. Players are advised to use Bug Bait, as the Glowfish is a rare spawn that can take many attempts to catch.
Starsand Island Honeycomb Guide - Where to Find Honeycomb
This guide details how to find honeycomb in the life sim/RPG Starsand Island. It lists several spawn points across the island, including the Panda Enclosure at Cloudrest Lake, the woods near Pastelle's Ranch, White Fig Trees near Green Pasture Ranch, the northern temple, and trees on a small island across from Blue Beach.
Starsand Island is a life and farming sim that isn't gacha, and it's out next week
Starsand Island, a life and farming simulation game from Seed Sparkle Lab, will launch into Early Access on February 11 for PC and Xbox. The developer anticipates a short Early Access period, with a full release planned for summer 2024, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch versions, along with Steam Deck support and multiplayer. The game features storybook, anime-inspired aesthetics and includes farming, mining, social interactions, and combat.
