Bid Wars 2: Business Simulator

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Bid Wars 2: Business Simulator is a simulation game where you can start your own pawn shop business and bid on rare items to resell and become a tycock. The game features masterful mechanics, phenomenal visuals, and plenty of humor, but can be very grinding with too many ads and experiences bugs. The intriguing story offers a unique and engaging gaming experience for players looking to try something new.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Bid Wars 2: Business Simulator screenshot

62%

Audience ScoreBased on 9,996 reviews

story96 positive mentions

monetization2.6k negative mentions

The game is fun and addictive, providing a good mix of strategy and chance.
The graphics and overall design are appealing, making the gameplay enjoyable.
The concept of bidding on storage units and managing a pawn shop is engaging and reminiscent of popular TV shows.

The game frequently crashes or freezes, especially after watching ads, causing players to lose progress and items.
There are too many ads, often forcing players to watch them after every action, which disrupts the flow of gameplay.
Progression becomes frustratingly slow, as many features require gold bars that are hard to earn without spending real money.

monetization
2,748 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
3%
95%
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Many players report that ads appear after nearly every action, leading to frustration and a significant loss of progress when ads freeze or fail to load. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the frequency and intrusiveness of ads have made the game feel more like an ad-watching experience than actual gameplay, prompting many to consider uninstalling the game or expressing dissatisfaction with in-app purchases that do not effectively remove ads.
- “Slim to no ads unless you choose to watch them.”
- “The game is good, no ads that I've run into and it's not forcing microtransactions down your throat.”
- “There are microtransactions to get more in-game currency and power-ups, but it's still possible to play and enjoy the game without having to spend any real money.”
- “Forced ads on players ruins a great game completely.”
- “The game is great, but the amount of ads is overwhelming and makes it frustrating to play.”
- “I really enjoy the gameplay, but the constant ads are making me consider uninstalling the game.”
stability
661 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
1%
98%
The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezing and glitches, particularly during or after watching ads. Many players experience loss of progress, items, and in-game currency due to these issues, leading to frustration and potential uninstalls. While some users note improvements after updates, the overall consensus is that the game remains plagued by stability problems that detract from the enjoyment.
- “They have fixed the issues and it runs great.”
- “It works perfectly, no glitches and runs smoothly.”
- “Runs smooth & bug free!!!”
- “When I click on the client item to purchase in the shop, it freezes. I have to reload the game over and over again.”
- “The other issue is when collecting the storage items; if you click the box underneath a stack, it glitches and you can't collect the boxes that were above, sometimes freezing the whole game, meaning you have to restart the game and lose money.”
- “Every time I watch a video for a reward, my game freezes and I can't do anything else but close the app.”
story
518 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
77%
4%
The game's story initially captivates players with its engaging narrative and immersive graphics, but many users express frustration as they reach higher levels where missions become scarce or impossible to complete. Players report numerous bugs, including issues with downloading content and quests that require items that are difficult to find, leading to a repetitive and stagnant gameplay experience. Overall, while the storyline has potential, the lack of new missions and the reliance on in-game purchases hinder the enjoyment and progression of the game.
- “The graphics are great, the story is immersive, and the GUI is easy to use.”
- “I like the game play, story, and overall aesthetic of it.”
- “The storyline is interesting and the gameplay is pretty addictive.”
- “The story is alright until it abruptly ends, and because of that, you can't advance further into the game.”
- “There's a quest that requires you to spin in the casino 3 times... at 15 gold a spin.”
- “I would give this game 5 stars, but some quests require gold bars.”
gameplay
171 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
44%
6%
The gameplay is generally described as fun and engaging, with many players appreciating its mechanics and addictive nature. However, a significant number of reviews highlight intrusive ads, energy limitations, and technical issues like freezing and loading problems, which detract from the overall experience. While some users enjoy the core gameplay, they express frustration over monetization strategies that hinder progression and enjoyment.
- “I enjoy this game so much, the gameplay is fantastic when you are bidding.”
- “The gameplay is really good and very fun.”
- “Gameplay is good, fun, and different each time you're at an auction.”
- “Hope you have quick fingers to mute obnoxious ads that pop up every few seconds, stopping gameplay, many of which can't be muted!”
- “During the 12 hours of gameplay, I encountered at least 25+ frozen screens where it restarts and most of my progress is gone... it becomes unplayable...”
- “The gameplay loop is boring after a little while, presumably because more effort went into monetization than gameplay.”
graphics
161 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
22%
2%
Overall, the graphics of the game receive a positive reception, with many users praising their quality and artistic design. While some players note that improvements could be made for greater realism or clarity, the visuals are generally described as engaging and well-executed, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience. However, a few users report issues such as flickering or freezing, which detracts from the overall graphical performance.
- “The graphics are great, the story is immersive, and the GUI is easy to use.”
- “Graphics are fantastic, storyline brilliant, and the auctions realistic.”
- “The art design is really cool and it has great graphics!”
- “The graphics flicker or freeze on my Galaxy Note 10+.”
- “Graphics could be more realistic.”
- “Great game, I'm just disappointed that by this time the graphics still haven't been upgraded and there's still so many ads.”
music
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
79%
9%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players enjoying the soundtrack and sound effects, particularly the hip-hop and battle music. However, numerous users report persistent glitches, such as music cutting off unexpectedly, failing to save sound settings, and issues with audio resuming after ads. Overall, while the music enhances the gameplay experience, technical problems significantly detract from its enjoyment.
- “But I love the storyline, the graphics, and music.”
- “The gameplay and graphics are pleasant, and it has a good soundtrack.”
- “Enjoying the 90s rap soundtracks and that the auctioneer sounds like K Rhino, all around not bad.”
- “Doesn't work on my OnePlus 8 Pro. It gives me a black background with some icons and music playing, without any possible ways to interact with the game. I tried to reinstall, but there was no difference. I relaunched the app 8 times, and sometimes it gives me half an intro video, then goes black. If I manage to click skip, I get what I suppose is the side of a garage, on a quarter of the screen in the upper left side, then it freezes with music playing again. It simply doesn't work.”
- “The only problem I have with this game is that the sound and music turn off every time I play. The sound works just after it loads, but when I go to an auction, everything turns off and there's no sound at all.”
- “The music and sound effects cut off despite being set as on after every ad. It gets fixed with a reboot, but it's very annoying.”
grinding
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
94%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and overly time-consuming, often exacerbated by frequent ads and slow progression. Many reviews highlight that the need to watch ads for rewards and the high costs associated with upgrades make the experience frustrating, particularly after reaching certain levels. While some players appreciate the game's concept, the grind often leads to a loss of interest due to its repetitive nature and the perceived pay-to-win mechanics.
- “Not too grindy, pretty easy, doesn't show an ad for no reason every ten seconds, actually educational.”
- “The energy meter isn't tedious.”
- “It is such a tedious task to not only restore the item but also have to go back to the auction of where it came from just to get the facts for that particular item.”
- “The game is grindy as it is and reducing the rewards only made me not want to play anymore.”
- “Not bad but the energy system is too slow and makes the game tedious.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is frequently highlighted as a standout feature, with players enjoying its quirky and lighthearted approach. Many find the comedic elements, such as the absurdity of losing collected items and the challenges of progressing through levels, to be entertaining and add to the overall fun. Overall, the game is described as funny, simple, and engaging, making it a delightful experience for players looking for a lighthearted gaming session.
- “It's funny because it uses your money but items you collect during the auction are not kept when you close and restart the game.”
- “Its quirky and funny and interesting.”
- “Great game, funny quirks, easy to play/navigate.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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25%
Overall, the game's optimization is praised for its smooth performance and lack of glitches, contributing to an enjoyable experience. However, users express frustration with intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay, particularly when they prevent players from completing tasks or force them to restart the game, leading to lost progress.
- “It is incredibly fun, runs smoothly, and the minimal ads are reasonable for the game enjoyment.”
- “Runs smoothly.”
- “It works perfectly, no glitches and runs smoothly.”
- “It's a good game, but I will rate it only 2 stars because of the numerous ads that keep appearing in between gameplay. You have no option to wait for them to end, and sometimes during critical moments, like selecting items to shop and earn money, an ad pops up that won't close. This forces you to restart the game, losing all your money, powers, and energy. Additionally, during missions, the game fails to record your performance, requiring you to redo them.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's replayability is seen as decent but with room for improvement, particularly in terms of perks and energy management. While many players find it more enjoyable than its predecessor, issues like glitches in missions can hinder progress and affect long-term engagement.
- “Vastly more playable and enjoyable than the original.”
- “Fun and replayable, only problem I have is one of the missions is glitched and I can't progress any further.”
- “Not bad, could be better; there could be more perks and a more playable casino to win gold to help speed things up instead of costing a ridiculous amount.”
- “Make it more playable as far as the energy is concerned; otherwise, this game will be dead in no time.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by users expressing frustration and disappointment due to technical issues, which detracts from their overall experience and engagement with the game.
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is praised for its unique blend of an auction environment and shop-building elements, creating an engaging and immersive experience for players.
- “I really love how it combines the auction atmosphere with building the shop!”