Computer Repair Shop
- January 12, 2024
- Cheesecake Dev
- 9h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Computer Repair Shop," manage a repair business by identifying and fixing computer issues, replacing parts, and negotiating sales. Optionally, engage in questionable activities such as developing viruses, hacking clients, and researching dangerous websites. A unique and morally ambiguous simulation experience.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a unique and quirky experience with a mix of computer repair and underground activities, making it entertaining for players who enjoy simulation games.
- Many players find the gameplay loop addictive, with various tasks and activities to keep them engaged, such as hacking and developing viruses.
- The graphics and overall aesthetic have received praise, with some players appreciating the humor and charm of the game.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and technical issues, including problems with saving progress and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
- There is a lack of content and depth, leading to a repetitive experience once players have completed the available tasks, with little to no upgrades or expansions for the shop.
- Players have expressed frustration with the game's mechanics, such as the inability to remap key bindings, the limited storage options, and the presence of annoying jump scares.
- gameplay15 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and addictive, featuring a satisfying loop centered around tasks like cleaning and diagnosing computers without overwhelming mechanics. However, players have reported bugs that can disrupt the experience, such as losing unique items upon saving, and some balance issues remain. Overall, while the gameplay is fun and engaging, it is marred by technical problems that can affect enjoyment.
“For starters, I actually like the gameplay: cleaning up the store, taking people's computers, and then diagnosing them in a fun way without having to master 10,000 different mechanics.”
“It's pretty good, very addictive gameplay loop.”
“The game has a satisfying gameplay loop and has kept me entertained.”
“This game has several bugs, but I'm writing this review because the most recent one that has occurred affects gameplay: in the game, there's a unique item that you can't acquire in-game but is given to you in the introduction, a bat, and if you save the game with the bat equipped in hand, upon restarting the game, the bat will be gone, and there's no way to obtain another one.”
“The game still has balance issues in gameplay.”
“With its bafflingly in-depth mechanics in the most asinine of places.”
- graphics9 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game represent a significant improvement over previous titles, showcasing high-end performance capabilities. However, some users noted the lack of comprehensive graphics options, describing the settings as overly simplistic. Overall, the graphics style is considered enjoyable, with various options available for customization.
“The graphics and performance settings are well-implemented.”
“And then the graphics settings are so simplistic they are practically non-existent.”
“Graphically, this is a big step up from the previous games.”
“The graphics style is amusing.”
- stability6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
Overall, users report improved stability with the game, noting that previous issues like temporary freezes have been resolved. However, some glitches persist, such as payment errors for completed tasks and item retention bugs. Despite these ongoing issues, players still find the game enjoyable, though concerns about the developer's tendency to abandon titles without further support remain prevalent.
“The game runs smoothly without any crashes.”
“I haven't encountered any glitches during my playthrough.”
“The stability of the game has greatly improved since the last update.”
“Then I ran into glitches like not getting paid for doing exactly what the tasks were and a glitch where I was holding something even after putting it down, causing the item to glitch out in front of me.”
“And if you know the dev, these games never receive more content; they get left in this state, and the dev moves on with their next broken and buggy game, which is sad as the ideas are great.”
“Sure, it's only $8, but I just don't think a dev that makes games that are extremely buggy and then leaves them abandoned without any new content or fixes is worthy of your cash.”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is highly customizable, allowing players to enhance their experience with background music of their choice, such as classic blues or soft restaurant tunes. Many users find that this addition makes the game more enjoyable and recommend it for those looking to play in a relaxed atmosphere.
“I would recommend this game if you're looking for a game to have some soft music or restaurant music playing in the background; that's what I did.”
“In short, it is a very fun game, whose seasoning is up to you, whether playing with background music or trying to achieve achievements (or both).”
“Play it with background music (in my case, classic blues).”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, as it quickly devolves into a monotonous loop after mastering the limited activities available. Many express that the grind feels excessive, suggesting it requires an unrealistic time investment.
“Once you have mastered the few activities available, the game falls into a repetitive loop that it never breaks out of, quickly becoming tedious.”
“Gritty and grindy!”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Users report mixed experiences with optimization; while some with older systems face lower FPS and stuttering, others find that performance improves in specific scenarios, such as watching crowds or VR performances. Overall, the game's optimization appears inconsistent, affecting gameplay fluidity for certain configurations.
“The graphics and performance settings were excellent.”
“I have an older computer but above the requirements, and I experience lower FPS than expected and a lot of stuttering as my system struggles to run smoothly.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a blend of dark and seedy humor that resonates well with players, enhancing the overall enjoyment. Users particularly appreciate the comedic elements found in activities like cracking codes and the amusing names and images associated with the games.
“It's a bit of a seedy game with some dark humor, which I enjoy.”
“Love the sense of humor this game has!”
“Overall, I loved playing this game. The computer shop, cracking codes, uploading a virus, and searching dodgy websites was so fun! The names of the games you can crack, along with the pictures, are very funny.”
- story3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The story centers on a protagonist from a humble background who rises to build a thriving empire from scratch, highlighting themes of ambition and perseverance. However, some users feel that the narrative is lacking depth or complexity.
“This is the story of me, someone who came from a very humble background, building my bustling empire out of nothing.”
“No story.”
