{"id":30998,"date":"2026-02-17T15:25:41","date_gmt":"2026-02-17T15:25:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.retronews.com\/?p=30998"},"modified":"2026-02-17T15:25:41","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T15:25:41","slug":"under-the-island-out-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.retronews.com\/staging\/guide\/under-the-island-out-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Retro-inspired adventure Under The Island Out Today"},"content":{"rendered":"

Under the Island<\/strong> is a new retro-inspired adventure from developer Slime<\/strong> King<\/strong> Games<\/strong> and publisher Top<\/strong> Hat<\/strong> Studios<\/strong>. It\u2019s out today on Steam<\/strong><\/a>,\u00a0 Nintendo<\/strong> Switch<\/strong>, PlayStation 5<\/strong>, PlayStation 4<\/strong>, and the Xbox<\/strong> family. The publisher has described Under the Island<\/strong> as a \u201cclassic ’90s style action-adventure RPG\u201d and that it has been inspired by \u201cretro-and-anime culture\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Set on the mysterious Seashell Island, the world of Under The Island<\/strong> ranges from the chilly ice caps of Bran Bran Peak to tropical villages and dusty deserts full of sentient, walking pots. Each distinct region holds its own discoveries, foes, and challenges paired alongside classic action-RPG gameplay – but with an extra emphasis on player-driven exploration. Starting with a trusty hockey stick to bash enemies with, players’ power and abilities grow with new treasures found in dungeons, minigames, and off the beaten path.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In Under The Island<\/strong>, players’ll chart their own path and discover all the secrets this world has to offer, whether it’s inside the monumental wonders of the island or hidden away in a secret nook and cranny. Players will use all the tools at their disposal, such as a shovel, a trumpet, and a bird, to create new paths, meet other adventurers, and find treasure.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Uncover a Sinking Mystery:\u00a0<\/span>Step into the role of Nia, a newcomer to Seashell Island – and join forces with local girl Avocado to investigate an ominous fate – the island’s destined to sink beneath the ocean! Explore colorful, distinct regions, battle strange creatures, and uncover the ancient mysteries that could threaten your new home.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Classic Top-Down Adventure:\u00a0<\/span>Journey across a lush island, brought to life with vibrant pixel art and timeless top-down exploration. Delve into hidden corners, uncover secrets, and face dangerous foes across diverse, interconnected biomes.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Six Distinct Regions to Explore:\u00a0<\/span>From eerie sentient greenhouses to frozen caverns and chaotic sawmills, each biome holds its own dangers, upgrades, and treasures to uncover! Become the champion of the cook-off, reunite lost cats, and dodge the rage of the cereal pirates.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Strange Enemies & Unusual Tactics:\u00a0<\/span>Face off against vomiting eggplants, tunnelling wolves, and other bizarre creatures. Use artefacts, loot, and new abilities you discover to turn the tide of battle. Befriend animals and see if they can help you on your adventure – particularly if you give them treats!<\/span><\/p>\n

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A Cast of Memorable Characters:\u00a0<\/span>Meet the island\u2019s quirky inhabitants, each with their own personality, story, and a role to play in your adventure. Forge friendships, lend a hand, and see how they can aid you in return.<\/span><\/p>\n

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