Hello!
Huge thanks to everyone who tested the game and shared feedback — you’ve helped shape this update in a big way. Today, we’re introducing [b]two major features[/b] that enhance exploration, strategy, and the new player experience!
[h1]🔹1. Finite Resources[/h1]
The world just got a lot more dynamic. Every time a new map is generated, each tile now has a limited amount of resources based on its terrain type. This change makes exploration essential — your people will need to stay on the move to find food, materials, and survival opportunities.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/Yl0hwDL.png[/img]
[i]🧭 When a unit is selected, nearby tiles now show exactly what resources are available and how much is left.[/i]
[img]https://i.imgur.com/q3RTyam.png[/img]
[i]🔨 The task panel also shows how many resources are left in the tooltip.[/i]
[img]https://i.imgur.com/d5kItrX.png[/img]
[i]🏠 Buildings make specific resources infinite, so setting up a village means your tribe can settle — for a while.[/i]
[h1]🔹2. New player guide[/h1]
A lightweight tutorial system now tracks whether you’ve performed key actions and will gently guide you only if you haven’t.
📘 Hit a milestone but missed a mechanic? The guide pops up only when needed, so veterans won’t get nagged, and new players don’t feel lost. Here is an example from the start of the game.
[img]https://i.imgur.com/5GbTNe7.png[/img]
[i]Learn how to cycle between idle units with this early-game prompt.[/i]
[img]https://i.imgur.com/qsOS8Ps.png[/img]
[i]When selecting an idle unit, the tutorial shows how to move using the right mouse button.[/i]
[img]https://i.imgur.com/066X8cm.png[/img]
[i]After moving, the guide explains how to assign tasks to your units.[/i]
That’s all for now! As always, keep the feedback coming — every message helps make Island Dwellers better.
👉 Remember to wishlist and play the demo!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3023960/Island_Dwellers/