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Review of Amber Isle on Nintendo Switch

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Oct 2024
Cover image of Amber Isle on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 31 Oct 2024
Genre: Social Simulation / Shopkeeping
Developer: Ambertail Games
Publisher: Team17

Introduction

Are you ready to take a trip back to a time when dinosaurs roamed the Earth and shopkeepers had scales? Welcome to Amber Isle, a bright and colorful social simulation game where your new boss is a T-Rex—insert your own Jurassic Park jokes here! If you’ve ever wanted to sell dino-sized goodies to anthropomorphic prehistoric pals while building relationships that would make Facebook jealous, this game is your chance. Prepare for quirky characters and maybe a few scaly surprises along the way!

Gameplay

In Amber Isle, you step into the adorable sandals of an anthropomorphic creature of your own creation, or as they call it, a Paleofolk. No, you don’t need to worry about knowing your way around a fossil—you’ll customize everything from your character’s snout to the tail fin! You’ll then set up shop in the charming village filled with, you guessed it, 48 unique villagers each bursting with personality. There’s a brawny raptor who loves workout advice, a fashionable triceratops who’s always looking for a new outfit, and a brainy inventor who keeps suggesting you try out questionable inventions. Every day is a brand new chance to interact, trade, and forge friendships like a social media pro—without the endless scrolling and drama! Building your shop is where the real magic happens. You’ll craft unique items to sell, set prices like a savvy entrepreneur, and expand your countertop offerings. Think of it as decorating an Instagram page—only the stakes are higher! You can upgrade your shop and even customize the town itself. Remember that tacky fountain from your childhood? You can outdo it with your design flair, possibly featuring a velociraptor lounging by the water! Unlocking new areas allows you to bring more Paleofolk into your cozy little village, ensuring you never run out of quirky buddies.

Graphics

Graphics are where Amber Isle shines like a dino in the spotlight! The art style is incredibly inviting, vibrant, and whimsical—perfect for the teenage gamer. The textures have a slightly cartoony vibe, and the colors pop like a fruity soda. Character designs are diverse and distinctly anthropomorphic; it’s common to see a lumbering brontosaurus chill with a crafty little pterodactyl. The animation feels fluid—the only thing that could make it better is if they also had dance-offs at the town square. Imagine a T-Rex doing the Macarena; pure gold! Each location is detailed and fun to explore, making the experience eye-catching and filled with delightful surprises.

Conclusion

So, is Amber Isle worth your time? Absolutely! It offers a refreshing spin on social simulation with a lively prehistoric twist that may even rival Animal Crossing—watch out, villagers! If you’re after some cozy gameplay, adorable companions, and the ability to create and customize your very own trading empire, the countdown to October 31, 2024, has officially begun! Mark your calendars, get your switch ready, and prepare to dive into a charming world where every villager has a tale (or a tail) to share. Plus, who wouldn't want to be the go-to supplier of goods for a village of dinosaurs? I mean, if their food has been rotting for the past 65 million years, they need you now more than ever! Grab your game, and let’s make some dino-dollars!

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