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A top-down story-driven survival game, set on unknown islands you must explore in order to find a way home. Your adventure will contain classic mechanics like crafting, acquiring resources, hunting animals, farming, fishing, building shelter, and defending from enemies.

2020ActionIndieAdventure3.99 USDWindowsby bocoboc
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Frequently asked about Faraway Islands

How much does Faraway Islands cost?
Faraway Islands is listed on Steam at 3.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Faraway Islands?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Faraway Islands are Terraria, See Ya Later!, Unknown Planet.
Who developed Faraway Islands?
Faraway Islands was developed by bocoboc.

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