Once Human's Island Paradise Gets a Wild Makeover: Hide, Seek, and Donate!

Gather 'round, Metas, because the developers of Once Human have been busier than a beaver in a lumberyard. Since the online co-dev test for Island Paradise kicked off, thousands of feedback submissions have flooded in, and the team has been sifting through them like a prospector panning for gold. The result? A massive update on February 4 (PT) that aims to address the most common complaint: a lack of gameplay depth. Apparently, players wanted more than just pretty islands—they wanted stuff to do. And boy, did they get it.

The update introduces new facilities and gameplay mechanics designed to make Eternaland's Island Paradise a more engaging sandbox. The developers are practically begging players to become testers of this new paradise and experience the joy of creation together. So, how does one jump in? Simple: players click the Main Interface (PC: ESC menu; Mobile: Menu button - Eternaland button), select Island Paradise in Eternaland, and either create their own paradise or participate in gameplay created by others.

Now, let's talk about the star of the show: Hide and Seek mode. In this mode, players can create small houses or streets for hiding. One group of players transforms into various objects while the other group must identify them. The last remaining team wins. It's like prop hunt, but with more existential dread—imagine being a teapot, praying nobody picks you up. The developers have thoughtfully added a Hide and Seek option when creating a gameplay, so creative masterminds can start building their dream arena right away.

When creating a gameplay, Metas will see the newly added Hide and Seek option. Players select [Start Creating] to begin construction. It's that easy. No need to sacrifice a goat or recite incantations. Just click and build.

But wait, there's more! The social and economic systems have gotten a boost too. Players can visit a creator's home page to subscribe to them. Once subscribed, players can view the creator's new works. It's like following a favorite artist, except instead of paintings, they're building virtual death traps for hide-and-seek enthusiasts.

On the gameplay details page, players can donate Paradise Coins to creators. Donating increases the visibility of the creator's gameplay on the homepage, giving favorite creators more exposure. It's a win-win: creators get recognition, and donors get the warm fuzzy feeling of supporting the arts—or at least the art of hiding behind a shrub.

Players can earn Paradise Coins by playing in the paradise daily, publishing paradises, completing paradise challenges, or receiving donations from other players. So players are encouraged to actively engage in building and enjoying the paradise. The developers have even added a Paradise Personal Hub where players can view their information and participate in Paradise challenges. The hub includes:

• [My Profile]: Displays personal information. Because who doesn't want to see their own name in lights?

• [My Subscriptions]: Shows the creators a player has subscribed to. A stalker's dream, but wholesome.

• [Paradise Challenges]: Earn additional rewards by completing weekly challenges. Finally, a reason to log in on Mondays.

For those who prefer a quick summary, here's a handy table of ways to earn Paradise Coins:

These are the updates for Island Paradise. But the developers aren't stopping there. They're also organizing customizable content for players in Eternaland and Custom Servers, undergoing a comprehensive overhaul to deliver a freer and more user-friendly creative paradise. They promise to keep Metas updated on progress through Dev Blogs and continue collecting brilliant ideas. So if a player has a suggestion that involves, say, turning players into sentient vending machines, now's the time to share it.

The Once Human Development Team thanks everyone for their attention and support. They welcome feedback and creative suggestions via the Once Human Co-Dev Feedback Platform. (No link, because we're keeping it mysterious. But players know where to find it.)

In conclusion, Island Paradise is evolving from a pretty but shallow pond into a deep, chaotic ocean of player-driven creativity. Whether a player is a builder, a hider, a seeker, or a generous donor, there's something for everyone. Just remember: if a player sees a suspiciously animated barrel, it's probably another player. Trust no one. 🏝️🎮💰