Bakery Simulator

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Bakery Simulator is a single player casual simulation game with business and kids themes. It was developed by Live Motion Games and was released on May 3, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Bakery Simulator" is a simulation game where players run their own bakery, creating and selling baked goods while managing resources and customer satisfaction. Players can unlock new recipes, decorate their bakery, and upgrade equipment to expand their business. Time management and attention to detail are crucial for success in this charming and engaging simulator.

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63%

Audience ScoreBased on 836 reviews

gameplay38 positive mentions

stability126 negative mentions

The game is very peaceful and fun, providing a relaxing experience.
The variety of recipes and baking mechanics are enjoyable and engaging.
The developers are responsive to feedback and have made improvements based on player input.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs that can disrupt gameplay, including issues with deliveries and item placement.
The driving mechanic is poorly implemented and often frustrating, detracting from the overall experience.
The game has been abandoned by the developers, leading to concerns about future updates and bug fixes.

stability
128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The game is widely criticized for its numerous bugs and glitches, which significantly detract from the overall experience. Many players report issues that range from minor annoyances to game-breaking problems, particularly during late-game scenarios or when handling large orders. While some users find enjoyment despite these issues, the consensus is that the game's stability is poor, making it difficult to recommend without reservations.
- “Machines can be a little glitchy at times, but overall it's not buggy enough to break immersion.”
- “The game is way too buggy for anyone to enjoy their time.”
- “Overall, I don't recommend this game for the sole reason that it is very clunky and buggy.”
- “It is unfinished, buggy, and unplayable at some points.”
gameplay
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
58%
9%
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and accessible, featuring a solid baking mechanic and a fun core loop, but it suffers from bugs, unclear mechanics, and a poorly implemented driving mini-game that feels disconnected from the main experience. While the game offers a chill atmosphere and simple controls, many players find it repetitive and lacking in content, suggesting that it would benefit from additional recipes and clearer instructions. Overall, the game has potential but feels unpolished and is best recommended on sale due to its current state.
- “With plenty of recipes to make, a chill soundtrack, and relatively simple gameplay, I found myself satisfied with the experience as a whole.”
- “I do enjoy the game immensely and have a lot of fun with the gameplay loop and how simple it is compared to games like cooking sim, which makes it a bit more accessible.”
- “The gameplay loop is fun and engaging.”
- “The gameplay loop is quick, but limited by trivial mini-games and as you continue through the game you find yourself playing less and less, with many steps automated by the machinery you purchase.”
- “The driving mechanics are the absolute worst; I can see the unique take they were trying to add to the game, to get you out of the shop, but it's not enjoyable.”
- “The game fails to tell you a ton of the basic controls/mechanics, you are left figuring it out and thinking 'oh, that's how this works...'”
grinding
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
87%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mixed experience. While some mini-games and delivery phases can feel tedious, especially in the late game with large orders, many appreciate the option to skip these tasks if they have the resources. Overall, the game's progression system helps alleviate some of the grind, making it more enjoyable for those who invest in upgrades.
- “Fun and not tedious.”
- “Not grindy or frustrating, just a good way to pass the time.”
- “There's also the problem of the delivery phase being incredibly tedious and boring compared to the production phase.”
- “Late game they only come in huge batches, and the forming process to make them is so incredibly tedious.”
- “Muffins are the bane of my existence and so tedious I tried to never make the mistake of taking the order.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
54%
4%
The graphics of the game are generally described as colorful and decent, contributing to an enjoyable aesthetic experience. However, issues with optimization lead to performance problems, such as frame drops, which detract from the overall gameplay. While the visuals are appealing, the presence of bugs and technical difficulties significantly impact the gaming experience.
- “The graphics are colorful and the controls are easy to use, making it accessible for players of all ages.”
- “It looks nice graphically and performs well, and it's fun!”
- “You can learn a lot (recipes, preparation and cooking methods, machines, etc.) from playing this game :) nice graphics for the price and you have a very good explanation as to how to play the game after finishing the tutorial!”
- “The poor optimisation means you have to slam your graphics down even when in the kitchen to accommodate the dull driving, which will still drop frames and chug all the time.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
55%
15%
The music in the game is generally described as calming and fitting for the bakery theme, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere. While some players find it boring, others appreciate the nostalgic synth tracks during driving segments, reminiscent of 80s movie soundtracks. However, there are mixed feelings about the repetitive nature of certain tracks, with some players expressing a desire for more music change options.
- “The background music is super calming and really does give you that bakery vibe to it; it's also bakery and cafe-like, which I dig a lot!”
- “With plenty of recipes to make, a chill soundtrack and relatively simple gameplay, I found myself satisfied with the experience as a whole.”
- “Bakery simulator is very relaxing; the music and the atmosphere just add to it.”
- “The music is boring but it fits the game.”
- “The elevator music is killing me.”
- “Straight out of an 80s movie soundtrack haha.”
optimization
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
45%
40%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with players reporting lag, poor performance, and frequent stuttering, particularly during driving and delivery sequences. Many features, such as motion blur and field of view adjustments, are either lacking or ineffective, contributing to a frustrating experience. Overall, it feels like an early access title that requires substantial improvements to enhance gameplay enjoyment.
- “It's not unplayable, but it needs optimization and more interaction with the food.”
- “The game is fun but needs some more optimization during delivery in the city; from 72 fps in the bakery, it drops to 40, which could be fine, but I get stuttering and freeze frames.”
- “Overall, at best, this is an early access game that needs a lot of optimization for improvement.”
- “Overall at best this is an early access game that needs a lot of optimization for improvement.”
- “It's boring, clunky, poorly optimized, buggy and takes away from the enjoyment of actually baking.”
- “Driving is extremely poorly optimized, but is probably not the area that is focused on.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by amusing moments such as the chaotic explosion of dough and the comedic driving mechanics reminiscent of GTA, which players find entertaining despite the presence of frustrating bugs. While some bugs detract from the overall experience, many are viewed as funny, contributing to a lighthearted atmosphere that encourages continued play. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm to the game, making it enjoyable despite its technical issues.
- “Oh and all your pots and pans explode everywhere when you start your day, but this is funny.”
- “I recommend this game as it is really realistic; you can skip the driving part by hiring a delivery company, but I also think it's funny to drive like in GTA.”
- “And we all thought that crashing into other cars was pretty funny too (kids, don't do that).”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The game's story is generally perceived as minimal or non-existent, with some players likening it to the narrative depth of endless runner games. However, those who engaged with the main storyline found it enjoyable, despite some challenges in gameplay.
- “ epic story”
- “All in all, I completed the main story line, and enjoyed it.”
- “ like playing Temple Runners for the story”
- “✅ this game has no story”
- “ like playing Temple Run for the story”
- “~ story ~”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
49%
38%
Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed; some users find the game lacks replay value despite its decent content length of around 20 hours, while others believe it offers infinite replayability. Many recommend purchasing it on sale, with hopes for future updates that could enhance its replayability.
- “ infinitely re-playable”
- “I don't think the game has any replayable value; however, I do think the game is worth the full price, but definitely get it on sale.”
- “For the price, it's a decent amount of content (20 hours or so), but I don't see there being any replayability.”
- “If they ever release updates that make it more replayable, I might recommend it.”
monetization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a blatant cash grab, leading to dissatisfaction among players who feel the game is unfinished and repetitive. Many reviewers recommend avoiding full-price purchases and suggest waiting for significant discounts, as the gameplay experience is perceived to be limited and not worth the initial cost. This approach risks alienating the player base and diminishing future sales for the developers.
- “This is a great way to lose playerbase - if your once-loyal customers now know you will leave a game in a broken state in order to chase the next cash grab, they are much less likely to ever buy a game that you develop again.”
- “It's too bad this game really could've been something great, but it seems to be nothing more than a cash grab from the developers. Unless you want to pay full price for a game that you could hardly call finished, don't buy it. If you really do want this game, I'd recommend waiting for it to go on sale for at least 75% off before buying it, as you only really get 10 actual playing hours before it gets extremely repetitive with the game recipes over and over again. I know it says I have 27 hours, but half of that was played by my daughters.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere in Bakery Simulator is consistently praised for its relaxing qualities, enhanced by soothing music that contributes to an enjoyable gaming experience. Players particularly appreciate the overall ambiance, which adds to the charm of the game.
- “Bakery simulator is very relaxing; the music and the atmosphere just add to it.”
- “Loved that atmosphere.”