- Starsand Chic Costume Design Contest Voting Is Now Open! - 21 September 2026
Submissions are officially closed, and we’ve received so many amazing designs in all kinds of styles!Now it’s your turn, islanders. Pick your favorites and show them some love!Voting Period: Now through Oct 8 at 11:59 PM (UTC+8)Vote Here: https://www.starsandisland.com/p/zt/2026/06/10/exterior-design/ja/index.html#/workListBoth the Character and Pet categories are open for voting!Voting Rules: Everyone can participate, with multiple votes available each day.🏆 Popularity Awards: The designs will be ranked by total votes, and the winning designs will be added to the game for islanders to wear!Come back every day to support your favorites and help them rise to the top!And don’t forget to invite your friends to join in and cheer for the designs you love!
- Starsand Island Update - Version 1.09.7160 - 17 September 2026
\Optimized the performance and visual presentation of UI elements, including quest guidance, recipe learning, and reward screens;Reduced stuttering when Daily Commissions refresh;Improved pet behavior when riding on the back seat of a two-wheeled vehicle while following the player;\Fixed an issue during a date with Stella at the Musical Instrument Shop where selecting "Try Again" after finishing a performance could prevent the player from exiting the performance;Fixed an issue where NPCs could occasionally overlap below the stage during the performance on Day 3 of the Beach Festival;Fixed an issue where some tourist NPCs would not appear in certain scenes;Fixed an issue in some save files where Aurelis would not properly follow her schedule at the shop, preventing certain quests from being triggered;Fixed an issue where Stella's model could overlap with the player after interacting with…
- Starsand Island Update - Version 1.09.6900 - 15 September 2026
\Fixed an issue where the black screen after going to sleep lasted too long, and where the host and guests would wake up at different times in multiplayer mode;Fixed an issue where guests could incorrectly see rain or snow effects inside buildings during rainy or snowy weather in multiplayer mode;Fixed an issue where some NPC Affinity story quests could disappear unexpectedly;Fixed an issue in some save files where follow-up progression quests would disappear after completing the Become a Junior Angler! quest, preventing further progression;Fixed an issue in some save files where Azra's Affinity could be unexpectedly reset;Fixed an issue in some save files where Garrick did not appear in the resident list on the map, preventing players from locating him;To all Islanders:Thanks for your continued support! We're committed to making Starsand Island the best it can be, and we'll keep improv…
- Starsand Island Update - Version 1.09.6444 - 10 September 2026
\Added the “Speedy / Easygoing” themed outfits, which may randomly appear in the Starsand Shop at the Community Center;Added the Strait-Style Architecture Handbook, which may randomly appear in the Starsand Shop at the Community Center. Reading it unlocks a complete set of Strait-style building methods;Optimized the shop selling interface and added a bulk item selling function;\Fixed an issue where Delphin's 3-heart story quest could become abnormally paused and could not be progressed;Fixed an issue in Lunelle's 5-heart story quest where talking to Lunelle did not trigger material submission;Fixed an issue where Lunelle's 5-heart story quest could be abnormally terminated before completion;Fixed an issue in Stella's 3-heart story quest where the quest marker did not appear on Neona and talking to her could not complete the objective;Fixed an issue where the reason for the paused state…
- Starsand Chic Costume Design Contest Submission Deadline Extended! - 4 September 2026
Hi, Islanders!Since the Starsand Chic Costume Design Contest began, we’ve received so many creative submissions and have been truly grateful for all your enthusiasm and support!We’ve also heard from many Islanders who would appreciate more time to work on and polish their designs. With this in mind, we've decided to extend the submission period and adjust the rest of the contest schedule accordingly.New Submission Deadline:September 20, 8:59 AM PDTUpdated Schedule：Submission PeriodAugust 18, 7:00 PM – September 20, 8:59 AM PDTJudging PeriodSeptember 20, 7:00 PM – October 8, 8:59 AM PDTWinner Announcement & Prize Distribution StartOctober 8, 7:00 PMWhether your style is cozy and cute, bold and fashionable, or completely imaginative and out of this world, we'd love to see your creativity shine!In the coming weeks, we’ll continue listening closely to your feedback and working on fixes and…
- Starsand Island Update - Version 1.09.5664 - 3 September 2026
\Fixed an issue where tourist NPCs failed to appear after toggling co-op during Pastelle's 3-heart story quest;Fixed an issue in Lunelle's 5-heart story quest where a cap on the number of submitted items prevented quest completion;Fixed an issue where a stuck NPC prevented quest progress during Youfang's 3-heart story quest;Fixed an issue where the Spring Festival preparation quest was not marked as completed after completing an NPC commission;Fixed an issue where subsequent content sometimes failed to trigger properly after completing an affection quest;Fixed an issue where the mail for the "A Visitor from Sandrock" quest could not be received after progressing to Day 1 of Autumn;Fixed an issue where the "Ordinary Friends" quest became abnormally paused and could not be progressed under certain circumstances;Fixed an issue where cats failed to appear in the "Tower of Fame and the Cat"…
- Multiplayer Server Maintenance - 2 September 2026
Hi islander!Our multiplayer servers will undergo a short maintenance on September 2, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM PDT.Multiplayer features will be unavailable during this time. Single-player gameplay will not be affected.We expect multiplayer to be available again once maintenance is complete.Thanks for your patience and understanding!
- Starsand Island Update - Version 1.08.5207 - 31 August 2026
Hi islander【Fixes】Optimized the trigger timing of quest steps and fixed related existing issues.Fixed an issue where the Waterwheel Bearing was not obtained after accepting the Senior Explorer quest, preventing further quest progression.Fixed an issue in some saves where interaction would not end properly after feeding Little Sis.Fixed an issue in Lunelle's 3-heart storyline where the game would freeze after submitting the required materials.Fixed an issue in Alex's 3-heart storyline, The Tower of Fame and the Cat, where the cat did not appear properly in the scene.Fixed an issue in Delphin's 5-heart storyline where interactable Tourist NPCs did not spawn in the scene.Fixed an issue in Aurelis' 3-heart storyline where the quest was shown as paused without displaying the reason for the pause.Fixed an issue in some saves where NPCs at maximum affection would not trigger storyline quest ma…
- Starsand Island Update - Version 1.08.4646 - 26 August 2026
\Added the otter Snowflake and the red panda Little Sis. They can be adopted once affection reaches 3 hearts.Added new pet appearances for Little Sis, Octa, and Snowflake (14 total), available for purchase at Woof & Wow Pets.Optimized frame rate performance in scenes with large numbers of robots and crops.Optimized long-distance NPC movement when near the player or in tracking mode.Optimized material guidance for the Soup Dumpling cooking objective in the Building Starsand Station quest.Optimized mail list loading and Claim-All performance to reduce lag and claim failures when there are too many mails.\Fixed an issue where animal products were not automatically added to the inventory after maxing out the ranching skill Auto Attach.Fixed an issue in The Lost Makeup quest where players could get stuck at the treasure map hunt step and be unable to obtain the treasure map.Fixed an issue wh…
- Starsand Island 1.0 Official Release Dev Log - 25 August 2026
Dear Islanders,Seed Sparkle Lab here, checking in. It's been over a hundred days since we first set sail with Early Access on February 12, all the way through to the full 1.0 launch. Along the way, you've shared countless ideas and insights with us, and we've made sure to log every piece of feedback. Truly, it's your input that has pushed this island forward and made it a better place.We don't see 1.0 as the finish line—it's more like a progress report. With that in mind, we'd like to walk you through the major additions and improvements we've made from Early Access all the way to this 1.0 release.Affection Storylines & Dating FeaturesThe 1.0 update brings a host of new ways to connect with the island's characters:New Affection Cutscenes: 15 NPCs now have brand-new 3-heart affection animations, adding more depth to their narratives and making every interaction feel more personal.New Aff…
- Starsand Island Update - Version 1.08.3916 - 20 August 2026
\Optimized the multiplayer points acquisition system. Multiplayer points can now also be earned when multiplayer is enabled in single-player mode.\Fixed an issue where the multiplayer entrance would not unlock after completing the Smooth Sailing stage quest;Fixed an issue where, when a guest used a crafting station in multiplayer mode, the crafted item would occasionally incorrectly be the item crafted previously;Fixed an issue where the host's status would occasionally sync incorrectly when using certain vehicles in multiplayer mode;Fixed an issue where guests were unable to use the changing room in the clothing store in multiplayer mode;\Fixed an issue where, in some cases, loading a save would get stuck and prevent the game from being entered;Fixed an issue where the Barista NPC did not display properly in certain scenes;Fixed an issue where the wall excavation effect in the home are…
- The Starsand Chic Costume Design Contest Is Now Open! - 19 August 2026
Islanders, are you ready to show off your fashion creativity?Whether you love cute and cozy styles, cool and trendy looks, or completely wild and creative designs, we want to see your vision of island fashion!The contest features both Character and Pet Categories, with amazing prizes waiting for the winners!📅 Submission Period: From now until September 7 at 8:59 AM PDT👉 Enter the Contest:https://www.starsandisland.com/p/zt/2026/06/10/exterior-design/en/index.html?utm_source=steam#/Bring your ideas to life, share your designs with the community, and show us what island fashion means to you!We can't wait to see your amazing creations!
- Starsand Island (Nintendo Switch 2) Review - 17 August 2026
When I got to preview Starsand Island back in February, while I thought it was a pretty good little farm sim, something about it wasn’t completely grabbing me. Usually, when I feel this way, a change of platform is often the solution—particularly when it’s the Nintendo Switch. Like I said in my old The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim review, approaching a game in a more casual way, like with a handheld, can help you appreciate it in a way you hadn’t before. So seeing Starsand Island get a Nintendo Switch 2 release genuinely filled me with excitement. Nintendo’s hybrid handheld is the perfect place for farming sims, and being able to sit back with a series or podcast on in the background while starting my new farming life seemed like a hook that playing it on PC lacked. However, I quickly learned this was a falsehood, as this Nintendo Switch 2 version is one of the most slapdash ports I’ve seen……
- Starsand Island Version 1.0 Launches Tomorrow! - 17 August 2026
Hey Islanders!The wait is almost over.Starsand Island Version 1.0 officially launches tomorrow, August 18 at 5:00 AM PDT!We're only ONE DAY AWAY from finally welcoming everyone to the full version of Starsand Island. We're honestly getting a little excited to see everyone back on the island.If you're in a different region, check out our Global Launch Times chart below to find out exactly when you can start playing in your local time zone.And for our final community-exclusive reveal before launch, we’ve saved something many of you have been waiting for:Multiplayer Is Here!So, how do you unlock multiplayer, and what can you actually do together?Multiplayer uses an island host system. The island host can choose who can join their island:Anyone Can JoinRequest to JoinPassword RequiredChoose the access mode that works best for you and your friends.For Nintendo Switch 2 players: Please set yo…
- 2 Days Until the Official Launch of Starsand Island! - 16 August 2026
Hello, Islanders!Only 2 days to go until Starsand Island Version 1.0 officially launches!Besides the gameplay content we shared yesterday, Version 1.0 also brings deeper emotional bonds with the NPCs, brand-new 3-Heart Relationship Stories, and an expanded dating system.The words left unspoken, and those gentle moments reserved only for someone special—all of them are waiting to be discovered in these new stories. 【Relationship Stories】Starting from the little stories of your first encounters, these moments gradually record the bonds you build with each NPC on Starsand Island.During Early Access, we received so many messages from you saying things like, “I want to know more about them!” and “I’d love to see more of their stories!”So for the full release, we’re finally bringing you the 3-Heart Relationship Stories that we’ve been preparing for a long time!Once your relationship with an N…
- 3 Days Until the Official Launch of Starsand Island! - 15 August 2026
Hello, Islanders!It has been exactly 184 days since Starsand Island entered Early Access on February 12. Through all these days and nights, you’ve stayed by our side, supporting us every step of the way. From an imperfect beginning, Starsand Island has gradually grown and become better, little by little, thanks to all of you.With just 3 days to go until Version 1.0 officially launches, we want to share some exclusive news with the Island Governors who have been with us in the community all this time. So today, let’s take a look at two things—the latest news about Version 1.0, and new content coming to the game!New Experience in Version 1.0First, we’d like to share what everyone has been eagerly waiting for—the official Version 1.0 release!Throughout Early Access, we’ve received countless pieces of feedback and suggestions from all of you, and we’ve been continuously polishing and improv…
- Starsand Chic: The 1st Costume Design Contest Is Coming Soon! - 10 August 2026
What kind of unique outfit will you create in Starsand Island?Now is the perfect time to let your creativity shine!Whether you are an experienced creator or trying fashion design for the first time,everyone is welcome to pick up a pen and turn your imagination into reality!Outstanding designs may have the chance to be further developed by the official team and appear in future Starsand Island content.Details about submission methods, rewards, and contest rules will be announced soon. Stay tuned for more updates!
- Starsand Island Version 1.0 launches on August 18, 2026, at 5:00 AM PDT! - 31 July 2026
Watch the Full Release Date Announcement Trailer:Hello, Islanders!We're excited to announce that Starsand Island Version 1.0 will officially launch on August 18, 2026, at 5:00 AM PDT!Version 1.0 introduces online multiplayer for up to four players, allowing you to farm, fish, build, explore, and enjoy island life together.Since the Early Access launch in February, we've continued improving the game based on your feedback. Thanks to your support, we've added new content, refined existing features, and made island life even more enjoyable.To every islander who has joined us on this journey—thank you. Your feedback, encouragement, and passion have helped shape Starsand Island into what it is today.Version 1.0 is just the beginning. We'll continue bringing new content, improvements, and exciting updates to Starsand Island in the future.To celebrate the full release, a limited-time launch di…
- Starsand Island Early Access Update - Version 0.7.7575 - 2 July 2026
FixesFixed an issue where animal data inside sheds would become abnormal after moving a shed in Build Mode and then undoing the rollback.Fixed an issue that prevented blueprints from being saved in Build Mode due to a false "Plot not fully loaded" warning.Fixed an issue where the build list would display incompletely if the expand button was clicked while the scrollbar was not reset in Build Mode.Fixed an issue where some scenes or Furniture in the home would fail to load properly when returning to Starsand Island from Moonlit Forest.Fixed an issue where the Wall-Mounted TV exhibited abnormal video playback, and exiting the playback interface would directly close the video.Fixed an issue where surrounding equipment failed to load correctly after using the Teleporter to return from the Moonlit Forest to Starsand Island.Fixed an issue where the crafting tracker did not automatically cance…
- Starsand Island Multiplayer Test Sign-Ups Are Now Open! - 26 June 2026
Hello Islanders!We're getting ready for an upcoming multiplayer test, and we're looking for groups of islanders to join us!To help us test the multiplayer experience more effectively, registrations will be accepted in groups of 2–4 players. Whether you enjoy farming together, exploring the island, fishing with friends, or simply spending time together and enjoying the scenery of Starsand Island, we'd love to hear from you.If you're interested, please fill out the registration form below:📋 Registration Form:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSccFgPnjUeM4oFHPIPjA60GeP00T50iQ-V9apTLlwgfoQCVZg/viewform?usp=dialogA few things to note:• Please submit one form per group only• Groups should consist of 2–4 players• Test slots are limited, and submitting a form does not guarantee selection• Selected groups may be invited to provide feedback after the testWe're excited to see islanders expe…
