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Isle of Pan

Photograph strange creatures and open portals to surreal realms in this photography adventure. Isle of Pan is an alternative perceptual experience that recreates the joy of instant photography in the form of a supernatural walking sim.

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Developer
Dogū
Publisher
Dogū
Release
January 10, 2023
3 years and 205 days ago
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Positive44 reviews97.7%

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About the Game

Document your exploration of a mysterious Nordic island in this open world photography adventure. Guided by your compendium, find and take photographs of the strange inhabitants to unlock pages and learn more about them. On your journey you'll come across pocket portals hidden across the island. Open them to be transported to dreamlike experiences filled with even more creatures. Take your time and embrace your creativity on a imaginative trip through mythological realities. Just remember, “When in doubt, take a picture of it!”



  • 100+ Creatures to find and photograph including cryptids, UFOs, and mythological beings.

  • 17 pocket portals to discover and explore. Plus a bonus Slideshow Portal.

  • Supports VR and non-VR play, switch between them at runtime.

  • Customize the book with your favorite photo of each creature, hang photos on your wall, or share your photos with the real world by exporting the photos to your desktop.

  • Shoot off fireworks, create rainbows, or change the time of day with tools that help you get creative with your photography.

  • Unlock new cameras(VR) and character skins(non-VR) the more creatures you photograph.



Built from the ground up for VR with accessibility in mind. Playable for desktop PC in both first and third person.
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