Transform an abandoned mining island into a thriving research hub.
In Carden, you arrive by boat as the island’s first coordinator. Clear debris, gather resources, rebuild the camp, and help visiting scientists uncover the secrets hidden across the island.
Explore the wilderness, craft tools, grow crops, fish along the coast, cook meals, and slowly turn Carden into a center of discovery and innovation.
Explore a Living IslandNPC Interaction
Discover forests, beaches, cliffs, caves, ponds, and hidden ruins scattered across Carden.
Explore freely at your own pace while uncovering secrets, rare resources, and hidden collectibles tucked throughout the island.
Different areas offer new discoveries and challenges as you continue restoring the island.
Dynamic World Systems
The island evolves with a living environment system.
Day and night cycles
Dynamic weather including rain, fog, lightning, and clear skies
Atmospheric lighting changes throughout the day
Ambient audio that adapts to weather and time
These systems make exploration feel different each time you venture out.
Gather Resources
Search the island for useful materials and natural resources.
Collect wood, minerals, plants, shells, driftwood, and other supplies used to craft tools, cook meals, and rebuild structures across the island.
Every area of Carden offers new materials to discover.
Crafting System
Use collected resources to craft tools, items, and equipment needed for exploration and island restoration.
Tool System
Use a variety of tools to interact with the environment. Tools wear down with use and can be repaired using gathered materials.
Axe: Chop down trees and bamboo to gather wood.
Pickaxe: Break rocks and crystals to collect minerals.
Shovel: Dig up dirt spots, mushrooms, flowers, and buried items.
Slingshot: Throw rocks at distant targets and break objects from afar.
Watering Can: Restore plants and help crops grow.
Fishing Rod: Catch fish from the island’s waters using timing mechanics.
Fishing Mechanics
Fish in ponds, waterfalls, beaches, and ocean waters surrounding the island.
Cast your line, wait for a bite, and reel in your catch using timing-based mechanics.
Different fish species appear depending on the location and rarity.
Farming and Gardening
Build farming plots and grow crops used for cooking and crafting.
Plant seeds, water crops, and harvest ingredients once they mature.
Gardening becomes an important part of supporting life on the island.
Cooking System
Cook meals using ingredients gathered throughout the island.
The BBQ cooking system features timing mechanics where food must be flipped while cooking.
Food can be cooked perfectly or burnt depending on timing.
Meals restore hunger and help maintain stamina while exploring.
Photography System
Document your discoveries using a Polaroid-style camera.
Capture photos of wildlife, plants, fish, and special locations across the island.
Photos can be saved, organised, and viewed inside the Field Guide.
Camera upgrades allow increased storage capacity.
Field Guide Book
The Field Guide acts as your personal journal for the island.
View saved photos
Track Quests
Manage collections
Adjust music and sound settings
Quests and Island Restoration
Help rebuild the island by completing tasks and assisting visiting scientists.
Early quests introduce core activities such as:
Collecting trash
Removing dead trees
Clearing foliage
Catching fish
Growing crops
Cooking meals
Crafting items
Building camp structures
As the island develops, larger construction projects and research tasks become available.
Building and Camp Development
Restore the island by constructing key structures.
Build gardens, camps, and essential facilities that allow scientists and visitors to stay and work on the island.
Major projects help expand exploration and unlock new areas.
Hidden Discoveries
Carden is filled with secrets waiting to be uncovered.
Find fossils, buried treasures, seashells, driftwood, and rare collectibles hidden across the island’s landscapes.
Exploration often rewards players with unexpected discoveries.
Meet scientists, explorers, and visitors arriving to study the island.
Help them with research tasks, complete quests, and assist them in restoring the island.
Their projects and discoveries help shape the future of Carden.
