Bartender Hustle

86%
Game Brain Score Based on 91 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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In Bartender Hustle, players run their own bar, mixing drinks, managing inventory, and keeping customers happy. They'll need to balance speed, accuracy, and flair to build a loyal clientele and turn a profit. With various challenges and customization options, Bartender Hustle offers a engaging and immersive experience in the world of mixology.

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86%
Audience ScoreBased on 91 reviews
story8 positive mentions
music2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a unique and relaxing bartending experience with a variety of cocktail recipes to learn and practice.
  • The story mode is engaging and features interesting customer interactions, making it enjoyable for players who like narrative-driven gameplay.
  • The graphics are visually appealing, and the game provides a good learning tool for aspiring bartenders with accurate drink recipes.
  • The game lacks depth and variety in gameplay, leading to repetitive experiences and limited activities outside of bartending.
  • There are technical issues, such as crashes and bugs that disrupt gameplay, which can be frustrating for players.
  • The story mode is relatively short, and the dialogue can feel forced and tedious, detracting from the overall experience.
  • story31 mentions

    The story mode is described as laid-back and engaging, featuring amusing dialogue and a straightforward narrative that follows a young barmaid's career progression. However, many players find the story to be short, repetitive, and lacking depth, with some expressing disappointment over the absence of a romantic conclusion and the limited character options. While the bartending mechanics are praised for their simplicity, the overall storyline is seen as dry, with potential for improvement in future updates or modes.

    • “The game is fun; story mode does a good job at pacing as you learn the game, and if you like time challenges, there is an arcade and sandbox mode as well.”
    • “In the relatively short story mode, we experience the steep career of a young barmaid from a rancid corner bar to a well-attended dance club to an exquisite beach bar under palm trees, where we have predefined, unfortunately rather awkward conversations with the guests before we serve the desired drinks.”
    • “The bartending mechanics are made simple by highlighting the ingredients and tools needed and counting the amount of liquid poured on screen, which kept the game simple and engaging the whole way through the story mode; the simple and funny stories are amusing as well.”
    • “Game is dry, story is cheesy and repetitive.”
    • “There really isn't much skill or difficulty required and the story is about as dry as it gets.”
    • “As a result, the game gets repetitive and boring even during the short story mode.”
  • gameplay10 mentions

    The gameplay is generally praised for its clean mechanics and engaging bartending experience, allowing players to create various drinks while interacting with customers. However, some reviewers feel that the gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, leading to boredom after a short period. Overall, while the game offers a fun and simple experience, it may not sustain long-term interest for all players.

    • “The gameplay is clean, I enjoy the many different drinks that you can make, and have optimistic expectations for this game!”
    • “The gameplay is fun and not too complex, which allows players to relax, make drinks for your favorite customers while listening to them telling you how they are doing in life.”
    • “The bartending mechanics are made simple by highlighting the ingredients and tools needed and counting the amount of liquid poured on screen, which kept the game simple and engaging the whole way through the story mode. The simple and funny stories are amusing as well.”
    • “Yeah, it is a cocktail making game, but having only one aspect of the game that is satisfying makes you bored in one hour of gameplay considering the price.”
    • “Graphically, the game is decent, but it fails where it needed to succeed at its core gameplay.”
    • “The mechanics basically involve pouring to counter accuracy along with supplementals.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics in the game are generally praised for their stunning quality and charm, offering a visually appealing experience that enhances the roleplaying aspect. However, some reviewers note that while the graphics are decent, they do not compensate for shortcomings in core gameplay mechanics. Overall, the visuals receive a positive reception, with scores around 8/10.

    • “However, the graphics are incredible and if you want to roleplay as a bartender for a few hours, then I think this game is perfect for you.”
    • “Stunning graphics and music too...”
    • “Graphics are nice, I give it an 8/10 score!”
    • “Graphically, the game is decent, but it fails where it needed to succeed at its core gameplay.”
    • “You could completely remove all graphics, make this a text game, and it would still do the same thing because all you're doing is clicking and holding a button until numbers reach what they're supposed to be.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is limited, with only a few tracks available, which can lead to monotony during gameplay. While some players appreciate the stunning graphics, the repetitive soundtrack detracts from the overall experience.

    • “Stunning graphics and music too...”
    • “There are only a few songs to choose from, but maybe just one in the arcade mode.”
    • “Hearing the same music and seeing characters just sitting around makes the game get boring after a while.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, as it lacks the expected roguelike elements of escalating difficulty and variety. While the interactions with guests are enjoyable, the lengthy dialogues can become monotonous, suggesting a need for more streamlined interactions to enhance the experience.

    • “I think I kind of expected something a little more 'roguelike', if you can even call it that, with escalating difficulty and more things to try. But as it stands, it's just a semi-slow progression of a bar sim that eventually turns into just a slightly tedious, unloseable bar sim.”
    • “I like the interactions with guests, but the extended dialogue can get tedious, so having some patrons who only order without long stories would be a nice addition to mix it up.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is consistently praised for its hilarity, with simple yet amusing stories that enhance the engaging bartending mechanics. Players appreciate how the comedic elements are seamlessly integrated into the gameplay, making the overall experience enjoyable.

    • “It was hilarious.”
    • “The bartending mechanics are made simple by highlighting the ingredients and tools needed and counting the amount of liquid poured on screen, which kept the game simple and engaging the whole way through the story mode. The simple and funny stories are amusing as well.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Users report stability issues, particularly noting that the game frequently freezes when attempting to enter sleep mode.

    • “The game freezes when I try to go to sleep.”
    • “I frequently experience crashes during gameplay.”
    • “The game is incredibly unstable, often kicking me back to the main menu.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Users suggest that optimization should include not only performance improvements but also the addition of features like cleaning equipment after each drink is made, indicating a desire for a more streamlined and efficient gameplay experience.

    • “I think when it's more optimized, it would be great to include the cleaning of the equipment after each drink is made.”
    • “The optimization in this game really enhances the overall experience, making everything run smoothly.”
    • “I appreciate how the optimization allows for quicker loading times and a more seamless gameplay experience.”
    • “I think when it's more optimized, it should also include cleaning the equipment after each drink is made.”
    • “The game suffers from severe optimization issues, leading to frequent crashes and long loading times.”
    • “Despite its potential, the lack of proper optimization makes it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
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