From the acquisition of wood and grass for clothes and shelter to locating fruit and water for eating and bathing, the title centers itself around the regular completion of these tasks. Using the analog stick, you can traditionally move your virtual avatar from point to point, collecting objects and useful data along the way with the use of the face buttons. Performing jobs in the game feel very much like previous Sims titles, with a lot of the options being centered around quick selection menus. Though the plot may seem a tad overdone, the above mentioned tasks are truly where the game shines. Your job will be to survive on this island, all the while making friends with the other islanders, acquiring food, exploring the land, and honing your crafting skills. When your Sim comes to, it will find itself stranded on a large tropical island, covered in debris. Little are the newly created vacationers aware of the hazardous storm on the way though, and within a few minutes are virtually swept away by the tide. After making anywhere from one to six Sims, you will begin your proverbial 'three hour tour' on the ocean waters.
From appearance and clothes to unique attributes (like what profession you excel in), Castaway offers several interesting customization options. Just like in previous Sims installments, you will begin by creating your individual character.
