Welcome to Dinkum, a life simulation and survival game set on a remote island amidst the rugged beauty of the Australian outback. Dinkum offers a unique, Australian-inspired experience where your creativity and survival instincts will shape your journey.
Start a New Life on a Wild Island
Leave the modern world behind and start anew on an island full of life, opportunity, and challenges. In Dinkum, you start with just a sleeping bag and a campfire, but over time, you can transform your small camp into a thriving city. From choosing buildings to customizing your home, the island is in your hands. Each city and each player’s adventure is unique.
Explore and Survive in an Incredible Wilderness
The island is vast and wild, offering a variety of biomes such as red deserts, tropical eucalyptus forests, wetlands, and deep underground mines. Along the way, you'll encounter native Australian-style wildlife - some charming, some dangerous. Crocodiles, jackals and other predators roam the land, so you'll have to hunt, trap or be vigilant to survive.
Resources can be obtained through mining, fishing, insect catching, foraging and hunting. These activities help you survive, but are also essential for improving your city and creating new tools.
Farming, Fishing, and Gathering
Want to get away from the land? Dinkum gives you the freedom to establish your own farm, raise animals, grow crops, and live a peaceful rural life—or explore the island at your own pace, collecting rare insects and fishing. Weather and climate change throughout the year affect the growth of plants and the creatures you encounter. Every day brings something new.
You can sell your harvest, fish, or forage for the in-game currency, Dink, and invest the proceeds in expanding your city.
Build and Expand the City of Your Dreams
From tents to thriving cities, Dinkum lets you expand your settlement as you wish. Build buildings in your desired location, customize furniture and decorations, and even redesign the land to suit your ideal environment. Over time, new NPCs will arrive, open shops, and perhaps even settle permanently.
You can enjoy festivals and events, build infrastructure like windmills and wells, and even rent out guesthouses to visitors. Play solo or invite friends to work together in your city and explore the island.
Play Solo or Play with Friends
Whether you’re solo or choose co-op, Dinkum supports both single-player and multiplayer modes. In multiplayer, friends can visit your island, help build your city, share resources, and protect each other from predators. The improved multiplayer experience makes Dinkum easier and more fun.
What’s New in Dinkum
Dinkum is constantly evolving and improving through regular updates. Here are some of the latest features:
- Creative Mode: Create freely and without restrictions.
- Guesthouse Rental System: Host visitors to your city.
- New Town NPCs: Meet new characters who want to stay.
- New crafting recipes: including aircraft, insect terrariums, and more.
- Improved multiplayer mode: Enjoy a seamless co-op experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Que: Can I play Dinkum with friends?
Ans: Yes! Dinkum supports multiplayer, so you can invite friends to your island. You can build together, trade resources, and team up to survive.
Que: Are there battles in Dinkum?
Ans: Yes, some wild animals can be dangerous, such as crocodiles and donkeys. You can use weapons or traps for defense or take extra precautions to avoid them.
Que: Does the game have a story, or is it a sandbox game?
Ans: Dinkum is primarily a sandbox game. Although there are progression systems (such as unlocking buildings and attracting NPCs), the game encourages you to play at your own pace and create your own adventure.
Que: What is Creative Mode?
Ans: In Creative Mode, players can build and craft without resource restrictions. It is perfect for players who want to focus on construction and city planning without getting involved in survival challenges.
Que: How do weather and seasons affect gameplay?
Ans: How do weather and seasons affect plant growth and wildlife behavior? Some fishing, insect, and farming opportunities are seasonal, providing variety and planning freedom in the game.
Que: Can I customize my character and city?
Ans: Sure! You can change your character's appearance, craft and decorate, and even redesign the landscape to create your ideal city layout.
