Cozy farming life sim Starsand Island is now in early Access on PC and Xbox Series X/S, and it’s been pretty popular since its February 11, 2026, release.
The sim sees players head to the countryside of a serene island, where they can befriend the wildlife, create their own farm, and chat with the locals.
In Early Access, the game regularly receives patches, big and small, to address the myriad issues that crop up and to generally tweak the game for a more pleasurable experience.
Here, we go over the latest Starsand Island patch notes, look at its 2026 update roadmap, and catalogue its previous patches.
Starsand Island Early Access Update Version 0.3.3595 Latest Patch Notes
Starsand Island Early Access Update 0.3.3595 focuses on performance improvements, UI optimizations, and numerous bug fixes. The patch improves quest tracking, controller behavior in Build Mode, and vegetation rendering while resolving numerous issues affecting NPC schedules, quest progression, items, and audio. Several crashes, save issues, and interface bugs have also been fixed to provide a smoother experience for players. This is one of the bigger patches that we’ve seen since release.
Optimization
- Optimized the Master of Adventure quest to provide a reminder to purchase the Energy Converter blueprint.
- Optimized the UI layout of the Master of Adventure quest in the quest log.
- Optimized the in-game UI layout for a smoother gameplay experience.
- Optimized the game logging system by adding file size limits to reduce memory usage.
- Optimized vegetation rendering performance.
- Optimized the precision scaling feature in Build Mode.
- Optimized controller behavior so that after demolishing an object and exiting Build Mode, the next selected object can be demolished directly.
Fixes:
- Fixed an issue where Kissing Gourami Eggs could not hatch in the fish pond.
- Fixed an issue where planting lychee, lemon, persimmon, or camellia trees would block interaction with crops behind them once the trees matured.
- Fixed an issue where Cosmic Guildpitcher could run out of water; it now provides unlimited water as intended.
- Fixed an issue where items stored in the Dimensional Box were counted twice in the quest preview interface.
- Fixed an issue where Zerine’s Parts Quest could not be completed properly after submission.
- Fixed an issue where dialogue displayed incorrectly when visiting Aurelis at 1:30 PM every Wednesday after reaching 3 hearts.
- Fixed an issue where devices such as furnaces or processors produced abnormal sound propagation and volume.
- Fixed an issue where NPCs Zerine/Aurelis/Delphin/Stella/Sylvain/Serena/Marston could get stuck in place and fail to follow their schedules.
- Fixed an issue in the New Year event where talking to the “Balloon Shooting” stall owner would not start the minigame.
- Fixed an issue where treasure chests in scenes could not be opened.
- Fixed an issue where collaboration NPC quests Ginger/Gust/Fang/Nia could still be repeatedly accepted via mail after being triggered.
- Fixed an issue where items could not be placed continuously in Storage while using a controller.
- Fixed an issue in Aurelis’s 3-heart quest where Twilight Succulent could not be submitted.
- Fixed an issue where NPCs Fang/Nia/Zerine/Solara/Sagewood could disappear from the map.
- Fixed an issue where the bubble status above Graminova (e.g., Working/Resting) did not match the NPC’s actual behavior.
- Fixed an issue where Solara’s hand model clipped while swinging with visitors.
- Fixed an issue where Neona could not perform the restaurant dining interaction during certain rainy time periods.
- Fixed an issue where Zerine’s work status bubble disappeared after chatting with him.
- Fixed an issue where the investigation prompt for vines would not disappear.
- Fixed an issue where the Island Iife quest displayed incorrect progress when inspecting the ruins and could not be completed.
- Fixed an issue where the slingshot ammo switching interface behaved abnormally.
- Fixed an issue where the vehicle modification interface displayed incorrectly upon first entry.
- Fixed an issue where creating a new character under certain conditions could overwrite an existing save or fail to generate a new save file.
- Fixed an issue where the Visitor from Portia quest incorrectly showed “Quest Timeout” after loading a save.
- Fixed an issue where players could still take damage after pressing ESC to pause during the Ruins Guardian battle.
- Fixed an issue where two Gust NPCs appeared on the map after triggering the Visitor from Portia quest.
- Fixed an issue where duplicate Ginger could appear in the scene.
- Fixed a pathfinding failure for Zerine after cohabitation when leaving the basement computer interaction.
- Fixed an issue where the Music Box icon did not match the actual item appearance.
- Fixed an issue where pets would still wear outfits after removing them, saving, and restarting the game.
- Fixed an issue where collaboration NPCs incorrectly displayed a cohabitation tutorial when reaching 5 hearts.
- Fixed an issue where after reaching 5 hearts with Aurelis, chatting and one-time gifting on that day became unavailable after sleeping in the ruins.
- Fixed an issue where Bamboo Leaf could be obtained but Bamboo Leaf Cropedia was missing.
- Fixed an issue where furniture source descriptions did not match actual acquisition, and Square Mosaic Paving Stones could not be found in the Pearwood Workshop sample room.
- Fixed an issue where entering ruins could cause the game to crash.
- Fixed an issue where selecting an owned paint color in the modification interface prevented returning to the previous menu.
- Fixed an issue where item descriptions were missing when selecting items in processing-type devices.
- Removed the description related to unlocking the Returning Resident feature in Island Life
- Fixed an issue where the motorcycle vehicle would slowly slide on the beach.
- Fixed an issue where controllers could not select items in the Quick Sell Box.
- Fixed an issue where Lunelle slept with eyes open.
- Fixed an issue where Ink Horse’s front legs floated in certain areas while riding.
- Fixed an issue where dragging the progress bar on the record player caused the music to disappear.
- Fixed an issue where the UI sometimes failed to display in Build Mode when placing items, defaulting to the first item.
- Fixed an issue where the Mystery Exploration commission could not be accepted by any residents.
- Fixed an issue where Zerine’s room remained inaccessible after reaching 5 hearts.
- Fixed an issue where NPCs would stand still when following the player to hot springs for photos.
- Fixed an issue where the source description of Golden Garlic Crisps was incorrect.
- Fixed an issue where the male protagonist’s clothing icons did not match their models.
- Fixed an issue with the roof modification icon display for the modified SU7.
- Fixed an issue where mounts could perform an unintended double jump if the jump key was pressed rapidly.
- Fixed an issue in the tutorial flow where the steps for chatting and gifting while finding Solara were incorrect.
- Fixed an issue where the encyclopedia description of Fluorite Ore did not match its actual effect.
- Fixed an issue where the beginner tool tutorial would trigger again after loading a save.
- Fixed an issue where adding multiple fish to a pond at once displayed an incorrect quantity.
- Fixed an issue in the Lex Woodworks quest Natural Furniture where similar blueprint recipes were misaligned when purchasing.
- Fixed an issue where the oven required to cook the Birthday Cake could not be purchased at Xiaoye Residence.
- Fixed an issue where livestock sound effects played too frequently.
- Fixed an issue where characters appeared wearing pajamas in the Spring Festival animation if sleeping at certain times.
- Fixed an issue where creating a new character could incorrectly load terrain data modified by another character.
- Fixed an issue where switching the same graphics setting repeatedly caused vegetation display errors.
- Fixed various text display issues.
- Fixed an issue where keyboard and mouse input could fail under certain debug modes.
- Fixed an issue where the Cross-Sea Bridge quest could not be submitted.
- Fixed an issue where the Apprentice Explorer quest was automatically accepted.
- Fixed missing sound effects for King-tier cow, sheep, and alpaca mount skills.
- Fixed an exploit allowing feed to be farmed from Feeding Trough.
- Fixed an issue where controllers could not chop trees after selecting tools.
- Fixed an issue where Lunelle would walk with eyes closed after waking up.
- Fixed repeated dialogue issues when talking with Graminova.
- Fixed issues with saving and exiting the makeup system.
- Fixed incorrect hotkey description on Steam Deck LCD, now corrected to “LB + D-Pad Up”.
- Fixed an issue where clicking “Demolish” occasionally had no response in Build Mode.
- Fixed an issue where the Expert Farmer quest would not trigger after completing Senior Farmer.
- Fixed an issue where immediately moving after cutting bamboo or crops in Cloudrest Lake could cause some harvests to be lost.
- Fixed an issue where fish could swim outside the Aquarium.
- Fixed an issue where some quests could not be submitted properly.
- Fixed an issue where dropped items could not be picked up after harvesting planted crops.
- Fixed an issue where purchased farmland would incorrectly spawn large numbers of wild trees and stones.
- Fixed an issue where the furniture Ceramic Pot Bonsai did not match its encyclopedia image.
- Fixed an issue where giant pumpkins planted in Cloudrest Lake could not be harvested when mature.
- Fixed an issue where Gmax Watermelon could not be harvested after ripening.
- Fixed an issue where the daily refresh count of Seed Shop behaved abnormally after maxing the related skill.
- Fixed an issue where NPC Gust sat in the wrong seat at the café on Summer 27.
- Fixed an issue where Moonflower Pollen would disappear if obtained while the backpack was full.
- Fixed an issue where the Record Player category did not appear in the home decoration furniture list.
- Fixed an issue where switching devices on the same account and loading saves would clear the in-game photo album.
- Fixed an issue where bamboo shoot and Fresh Bamboo Shoot item icons were identical.
- Fixed an issue where posters obtained from The Mysterious Treasure of the Exploration Club quest lacked localization resources.
- Fixed an issue where the feed type for all fish in the backpack was not translated in the English, Japanese, and Traditional Chinese versions.
Starsand Island Early Access Update Version 0.3.2537 Latest Patch Notes
Optimized:
- Optimized the level requirements for all profession commissions, lowering the entry threshold for accepting them.
- Improved the usage experience of the Electric Drill and Chainsaw; stamina recovery-related skill effects can now be triggered while using them.
- Optimized the map tile pricing logic, adjusting the purchase cost for Cloudrest Lake and Blue Beach.
- Added a new Instrument Shop scenic point to enrich exploration content.
- Improved the UI display for ammunition-related interfaces.
- Optimized the Social interface, adding pet affection information display.
- Improved the Adventurer profession gameplay experience.
- Optimized the wearing effect of the Sapphire Phantom Gown Dress.
- Improved the “Lost Makeup Treasure Map” quest experience, fixing the issue where the treasure map could not be recovered after being sold.
- Optimized the Ammunition Workbench interface display to provide more complete information.
- Improved the display effect of the furniture component “Blue and White Porcelain Teacup”
- Optimized the vehicle summon prompt when holding R, fixing the mismatch between the prompt duration and the actual summon time.
- Improved the camera activation prompt in the top-right corner of Build Mode, adding a controller “Right Stick” rotation hint.
- Optimized the Snake minigame: once the acceleration score threshold is reached and points are deducted, the speed will no longer decrease.
- Improved blueprint operations in Build Mode: deleting a blueprint will no longer exit the blueprint interface, allowing continuous blueprint management.
- Optimized quest material detection logic so that placed Cat Beds and upgraded Golden Bows can now be detected without needing to retrieve them before submitting quests.
- Improved the NPC affection gain system, lowering the difficulty of raising affection, shortening upgrade time, and enhancing the social gameplay experience.
- Improved the vehicle rental return experience, adding a “Return Successful” prompt.
- Optimized the Yacht Racing gameplay: when there is no first-time reward, the first-time reward display box is removed to reduce unnecessary information.
- Improved the range selection operation in Build Mode: item manipulation and camera movement are disabled simultaneously in this mode, and D-pad up/down operation hints have been added to improve control smoothness.
- Optimized encyclopedia unlock rules, unifying the unlocking logic for crafted items and dishes.
- Increased the spawn quantity of Dragon Fruit, addressing the issue where low spawn rates made commissions difficult to complete.
- Optimized the DLC activation logic: if the Deluxe DLC is owned, the Chinese Style DLC content will now activate automatically.
- Improved the mail interface operation experience.
- Optimized the HUD display, fixing issues where the bottom bar and selection frame overlapped with the phone interface.
- Improved the clue gameplay experience: clue item models can now be properly displayed on the Clue Board.
- Optimized the PS5 controller experience, adding controller vibration when harvesting fish.
- Improved the redeem code reward distribution logic, allowing rewards to be granted directly when there is sufficient inventory space.
- Improved Build Mode operations, adding the ability to switch between indoor and outdoor modes via mouse click.
- Optimized the bed furniture model in the Deluxe DLC, improving the hanging rod on the deluxe bed canopy.
- Optimized machine navigation logic, fixing issues where machines could not function properly due to pathfinding problems.
- Improved the wearing effect of winter clothing.
- Optimized the blueprint loading feature, allowing Greenhouses to be displayed under a separate category.
- Improved Island Life quests, adjusting the tile data detection logic.
- Optimized terrain painting logic and the occlusion effect of yellow flowers.
- Improved the configuration of logging tools, adding placeable property settings.
Bug Fixes (Core Systems / Gameplay):
- Fixed an issue with the weekly pet feeding limit; the weekly delivery restriction when pets are hungry has been removed.
- Fixed inconsistent in-game description text for crossover characters.
- Fixed an issue where character movement would noticeably stutter when summoning the Houseboat while running.
- Fixed an issue where sound behaved abnormally with louder distant audio and quieter nearby audio.
- Fixed an issue where the Starsand Station construction quest could not be submitted, and duplicate worker models appeared.
- Fixed an issue where petting the capybara while using Rollerblades would cause the character to get stuck.
- Fixed an issue where after reaching five hearts with Zerine, inviting them to live together and then canceling it would prevent players from entering their room.
- Fixed an issue in Moonlit Forest where the stone gate could not be opened under certain conditions; it can now be opened normally after shooting it.
- Fixed a scene issue where vending machine models overlapped in Starsand Port.
- Fixed an issue in Build Mode where controller left/right inputs could still be used while adjusting perspective parameters.
- Fixed an issue in Build Mode where controller fine adjustment controls did not match the on-screen prompts.
- Fixed an issue where fish in the Stone Fish Pond would clip through each other.
- Fixed an issue where jumping under bridges could cause head clipping.
- Fixed scene clipping and display issues in Starsand Town bushes, the Greenfield river channel, the grass planter at Ginger’s house entrance, and the grass planter beside Pearwood Workshop.
- Fixed an issue where the ▼ marker remained after exiting Build Mode.
- Fixed an issue where NPC daily gift events could not be triggered after resting in Moonlit Forest.
- Fixed an issue where Matilda did not return pickled items when given her preferred gifts.
- Fixed an issue where the confirm and cancel buttons for the sticker feature in Build Mode could not be used.
- Fixed a button conflict when using the left stick to view reward details after animal breeding in the Breeding House.
- Fixed an issue where after purchasing the Sleepy Capy Hat tailoring blueprint from the clothing shop, the tailoring bench still displayed it as locked.
- Fixed an issue where the ground water ripple effect behaved abnormally during rain.
- Fixed an issue in Moonlit Forest where the Ruin Guard Sculpture would teleport along with the player.
- Fixed an incorrect description in the Intermediate Rancher training quest, correcting it to require submitting only one type of colored fabric.
- Fixed an issue in Half-Moon Bay where two shopping tablets could only be interacted with from certain angles.
- Fixed an issue where the lost item quest portrait for Loren was configured incorrectly.
- Fixed an issue where the gift dialogue text displayed incorrectly after reaching 1 heart with Aurelis.
- Fixed an issue where two extra 404 kitten entries appeared in the Residents tab.
- Fixed an issue where after the female protagonist reached 5 hearts with Lunelle, the gift from Lunelle was incorrectly a pair of male shoes.
- Fixed an issue where materials in the backpack were not consumed when constructing with blueprints in Build Mode.
- Fixed an issue where the player character would become bald while sleeping when wearing hood-type hats.
- Fixed an issue where vehicles or mounts parked in the wilderness would disappear unexpectedly.
- Fixed an issue where the Island Life app disappeared.
- Fixed an issue where entering the ride interface could occasionally cause the game to freeze.
- Fixed an issue where Pastelle would not accept player commissions.
- Fixed an issue where players would not receive the crossover NPC mail after Autumn Day 1, preventing completion of the “Visitor from Sandrock” quest.
- Fixed an issue where Zerine’s room could not be entered after reaching 3 hearts.
- Fixed an issue where a cohabitation option appeared when crossover NPC affection reached 5 hearts.
- Fixed an issue where bee models flickered and twitched while collecting honey after placing a Beehive.
- Fixed an issue where cloud saves could roll back under certain conditions.
- Fixed an issue where animal return icons in mail were incorrectly configured after - demolishing livestock buildings.
- Fixed issues in Apprentice Angler/Rancher/Farmer training quests, including abnormal submission options and quests being repeatedly added or accepted.
- Fixed an issue where two Apprentice Adventurer training commissions appeared in the commission panel.
- Fixed an issue where gift item configuration was incorrect after Aurelis reached 5 hearts.
- Fixed an issue where dragging the progress bar on the Record Player caused music to disappear or play for only one second without sound.
- Fixed an issue where materials stored in the Realm Box displayed double quantities and prevented upgrading processing equipment.
- Fixed an issue where materials in the Realm Box were not consumed when crafting items at the Worktable.
- Fixed an issue in the Seed Shop interface where a specific tooltip remained permanently visible.
- Fixed an issue where roof category materials exceeded the UI frame in Build Mode.
- Fixed an issue where gift-giving display behaved abnormally after reaching 2 hearts with Delphin.
- Fixed an issue where the position of the cup was incorrect when the character held Moonflower Tea.
- Fixed a model issue in Marston’s house where green bars appeared over the TV screen.
- Fixed an issue where the furniture Bamboo Paper Lantern and Cloud Pattern Lantern would show only the light source but not the model when placed on the ceiling.
- Fixed an issue where the icon for the item “Glow Worm” displayed incorrectly.
- Fixed an issue where controller operation combined with the Planter skill “Golden Farmer” caused automatic selection after refresh, with the selected item not matching the displayed item.
- Fixed an issue where entering the Aureleaf Kitchen shop while triggering a story event caused the shop interface to appear during the cutscene.
- Fixed an issue where placing windows in the building system caused walls to disappear.
- Fixed an issue where pressing the R key in the reward redemption interface automatically switched to the vehicle interface.
- Fixed an issue where the text description for Stink Bomb Pellet was incorrect.
- Fixed an issue in the Island Encyclopedia where the icons for Clam and Mussel did not match the actual items.
- Fixed an issue where after riding the rental vehicle Golden Reindeer, the character would become stuck beside the vehicle and unable to move.
- Fixed an issue where tracked quest icons inside ruins would disappear when the distance became too large.
- Fixed an issue where the character’s hands would clip through objects when holding bait.
- Fixed a model issue where the character’s feet would clip through the skateboard while using it.
- Fixed an issue where pressing ESC could not close the TAB menu after exiting the Makeup interface.
- Fixed an issue where switching preset outfits in the Wardrobe would also change the hairstyle.
- Fixed an issue where preset colors were saved incorrectly when saving makeup presets.
- Fixed an issue where the Hide Hat toggle did not work in Makeup presets.
- Fixed an issue where tracked item information still appeared in task prompts after removing the Furnace.
- Fixed an incorrect physics collision issue with the elevator in Moonlit Forest.
- Fixed an issue where the character would glow blue when jumping in front of the stone gate in Moonlit Forest.
- Fixed an issue where riding an Ostrich/Alpaca could cause the mount to become stuck in the air when airborne.
- Fixed abnormal skirt behavior when the character performed actions such as cleaning rabbits or sitting while wearing long skirts.
- Fixed a model issue where the character could float above the Poultry Egg Station.
- Fixed an issue where scenic point markers drifted toward the lower-left corner when taking landscape photos.
- Fixed a probabilistic issue where the mouse could not move after exiting the free camera mode in Photo Mode.
- Fixed an issue where the flag marker/navigation line did not disappear and buttons were not restored after tracking Newsstand / Starsand Port / Ruins.
- Fixed an issue where the model would briefly stretch when chicks transitioned to adults in the Ostrich Barn.
- Fixed issues with abnormal schedules, interactions, or model/animation displays for NPCs including Solara, Pastelle, Delphin, Neona, and Lunelle.
- Fixed an issue where fishing rods and projectile tools could not be used after remapping controller or keyboard/mouse keys.
- Fixed an issue where purchasing items in the clothing shop would also unintentionally purchase linked tops.
- Fixed a missing sound effect when pressing the V shortcut in the crafting station; sound feedback has been added.
- Fixed a temporary abnormal screen ratio in Photo Mode selfie mode.
- Fixed issues in Aureleaf Kitchen where characters could enter walls and where some scene objects had clipping, invisible walls, or flickering problems.
- Fixed an issue where the Silverback Turtle would move backward when using Scatter Bubble.
- Fixed an issue where the scooter could float while going downhill.
- Fixed an issue where riding the Waverider, pressing ESC, and returning to the game would automatically dismount the Waverider.
- Fixed inconsistent fonts and text overflow in the beginner recipe pop-up.
- Fixed an issue in the bug-catching gameplay where insects would shake in midair or stop moving.
- Fixed an issue in Pastelle’s stable area where animals overlapped and merged together.
- Fixed a model issue where hair could be pushed upward due to collision near the female protagonist’s face.
- Fixed incorrect drop models for Runebird Fragment and Luminfrog Fragment.
- Fixed an issue where hats were reset when returning to character selection after changing character appearance with a controller.
- Fixed abnormal key remapping behavior for Map and Quest buttons in Settings.
- Fixed an issue in Build Mode where removing some items after multiple components were snapped together caused abnormal hollow snapping behavior.
- Added collision effects for Playful Bathtub, Simple Wood Bathroom Cabinet, Wooden Lid Toilet, which previously had no collision.
- Corrected the description of Colorful Wing Butterfly in the Island Encyclopedia, changing “Pieridae” to “Papilio.”
- Fixed an issue in Robot Terminal where robots would block each other while pathfinding and stop working frequently when collecting outputs.
- Fixed an issue where Garrick disappeared from the residents list and could not be found by players.
- Fixed an issue where the Junior Angler quest could not catch the required fish.
- Fixed an issue where the Community Center did not appear after unlocking the Starsand Shop in Island Life.
- Fixed abnormal text descriptions related to Intermediate Explorer.
- Fixed an issue on Summer Day 27 during the Beach Festival where Aurelis could not return to Xiaoye Residence due to collision.
- Fixed an issue where incorrect hair appeared while the character was sleeping.
- Fixed an issue where the crossbow could become stuck and unable to fire when shooting vines or other objects without visible feedback.
- Fixed inconsistencies between the Winter Melon furniture model and its preview image, and a missing flower on the Winter Melon Double Bed headboard.
- Removed the unintended method of obtaining blueprints from Drift Bottle.
- Fixed bugs related to Bruce’s quests.
- Fixed an abnormal issue where pumpkin seeds dropped when harvesting pineapples.
- Fixed an issue where Scratch Cards given through NPC daily dialogue could be scratched infinitely.
- Fixed an issue where players were still prompted that they could not enter rooms even after reaching 3 or 5 hearts with NPCs.
- Fixed an issue where switching back to outerwear after makeup presets affected hair would reset the hairstyle to default.
- Fixed an issue where pink and purple hydrangeas could not be found or harvested in the scene.
- Fixed color inconsistencies in female shoes and overly bright gold areas on male outfits.
- Fixed a model issue where the character’s left arm folded unnaturally while holding a bow in idle stance.
- Fixed an incorrect source description for “Furnace III.”
- Fixed frame drops and visible square artifacts on the character’s face when turning while riding a deer.
- Fixed an issue where Beach Coins placed in storage were not counted in the shop during the Beach Festival.
- Fixed repeated dialogue from Neona near the yacht race panel during the Beach Festival.
- Fixed an issue where removing the Dinosaur Outfit replaced the character’s original hairstyle.
- Fixed an issue where interacting with the shop in Aureleaf Kitchen with F could trigger a story event while still displaying the shop interface during the cutscene.
- Fixed mismatches between some male/female clothing icons and models.
- Fixed inconsistent font colors on the Moonlit Forest treasure map.
- Fixed an issue in the DLC where Basic + Deluxe DLC quest icons were too small and state changes were not updated promptly.
- Fixed abnormal wall shaking issues.
- Fixed missing large images and mismatched large/small icons in the game.
- Fixed stiff skateboard animations where no flip occurred after jumping.
- Fixed an issue in Build Mode where blueprint items stuck in rocks could not be selected, moved, or edited.
- Fixed an issue where terminals could not be placed in camps.
- Fixed an issue in the Beach Festival crab-herding minigame where crabs would not respawn.
- Fixed controller button conflicts and optimized A / Y / RB functions, resolving an issue where feed could not be taken out.
- Fixed incomplete text display issues in the game.
- Fixed overlapping and excessively loud sounds from the Ore Analyzer and sowing actions.
- Fixed abnormal issues when loading player blueprints.
- Fixed an issue where items could disappear after placing items in a chest, removing the chest, and reorganizing inventory.
- Fixed an issue where after purchasing the DLC Carriage and renting the Golden Reindeer, the reindeer could not be placed after falling into water and the carriage disappeared.
- Fixed a localization issue where the vehicle rental title still displayed Chinese after switching the interface to English.
- Fixed a model issue where the DLC “Freeflow Attire” skirt appeared inflated.
- Fixed an issue where corresponding seeds were not unlocked after accepting Junior/Intermediate Farmer quests.
- Fixed an issue in Build Mode where blueprint components could still be placed without materials; placement is now disabled without required materials.
- Fixed incorrect images in the livestock breeding species encyclopedia.
- Fixed an issue where gifts given by NPC Graminova did not match the displayed items.
- Fixed an issue where the Chicken Coop model position became incorrect and clipped after loading a save.
- Fixed a model issue where the character’s feet would clip through the skateboard while using it.
- Fixed an issue where pressing ESC could not close the TAB menu after exiting the Makeup interface.
Bug Fixes (Localization / Multilingual)
- Fixed an issue in the English and Japanese versions where the Beehive tips gene tag and the teleport device address hint text would overflow the text box.
- Fixed a text overlap issue in the Traditional Chinese, Japanese, and English versions where the DLC outfit source description and New Year commission title and tag overlapped.
- Fixed UI issues in the Traditional Chinese, English, and Japanese versions where the animal affection avatar appeared blurry and backpack buffs were missing spaces.
- Fixed issues in the English, Japanese, and Traditional Chinese versions where the ash kiln progress bar overlapped button prompts, and the Advanced Rabbit Hutch text overlapped with the icon.
- Fixed issues in the English, Japanese, and Traditional Chinese versions where the Firework Launcher prompt text was missing a key and shop item prices were missing thousand separators.
- Fixed an issue in the Traditional Chinese, English, and Japanese versions where the yacht rental interface hint text appeared grey with low readability.
- Fixed an issue in the Traditional Chinese, English, and Japanese versions where the Ribbit Holiday DLC reward purchase acknowledgment text displayed incorrectly.
- Fixed issues in the English version where the vehicle modification shop title line spacing was too large and the text was too close to the edge.
- Fixed an issue in the English, Japanese, and Traditional Chinese versions where the road sign near the house and the dock harbor signboard only displayed Chinese; localized images/materials have been added.
Starsand Island Roadmap of Updates for 2026
Here’s the current Starsand Island roadmap, and a list of previous updates.
March 2026
- Expand the selection of items available for purchase with in-game currency:
- Ethereal Styles: Add the themed outfit set which themed Great Sage Equal to Heaven · Sun Wukong.
- Zerine’s General Store: Add Firework-themed items.
- Lex Woodworks: Add Rednote collaboration items.
April 2026
- Expand NPC voice content and improve existing voice performances.
- Add and further develop the NPC Dating System.
May 2026
- Initially introduce MOD support and provide basic creator tools.
- Enable sharing through the Workshop, allowing players to enrich the warm and creative content ecosystem of Starsand Island together.
June 2026
- Introduce multiplayer gameplay, supporting cooperative play with friends and island visits.
Patch Timeline:
- Starsand Island EA Version Update Log #1 (February 13, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version Update Log #2 (February 13, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version Update Log #3 (February 15, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version Update Log #4 (February 15, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version Update Log #5 (February 17, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.2.0780 (February 17, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.2.0869 (February 18, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.2.0909 (February 18, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.2.1014 (February 19, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.2.1185 (February 19, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.2.1318 (February 24, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.2.1414 (February 26, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.2.1515 (February 27, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.2.1598 (February 28, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.3.2121 (March 4, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.3.2537 (March 6, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.3.2666 (March 7, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.3.2721 (March 7, 2026)
- Starsand Island EA Version 0.3.3595 (March 12, 2026)
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