Things just got bigger in the Island Market Simulator
Island Market Simulator takes another step closer to release with Devlog #3, a significant update aimed at improving flow, clarity, and long-term development. This latest build introduces a variety of quality of life improvements, expanded systems, and new content that greatly enhances the overall experience. In addition to these improvements, the development team has confirmed that Island Market Simulator plans to launch Early Access on Steam at the end of the first quarter of 2026.
One of the most noticeable changes involves a major expansion of the core systems. The update adds over 50 new tradable items to the game's economy and introduces new growable seeds that expand farming progression. Additional shelves and cash registers will allow players to more freely customize their stores, while the full integration of the save system ensures stability and constant progress across all features.
The tutorial and interface have also been completely redesigned. The new walkthrough presents the mechanics more clearly and is accompanied by on-screen tips for planting, harvesting and trading. Visual indicators now make it easier to understand what actions are available at any given time, reducing confusion for both new and returning players.
The developers have improved crate management and item information, adding special containers for milk and empty items, clearer seed tooltips showing growth time and results, and an improved item interface displaying durability and type. The economy has also undergone notable changes, with an automatic pricing system, three different levels of NPC wealth, and a helpful skeleton companion that appears when funds run low.
Additional updates improve movement, placement animations, navigation markers, and calendar clarity, creating a smoother and more immersive island market as Early Access approaches.
