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 quirky and entertaining experience with a unique blend of humor and gameplay mechanics.
- Players appreciate the depth of computer repair tasks and the variety of activities available beyond just repairs.
- The graphics and overall presentation have received praise, making it visually appealing for a simulator game.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs and technical issues, including problems with saving progress and disappearing items.
- Many players feel that the game lacks content and depth, leading to a repetitive experience after a short playtime.
- There are concerns about the developer's history of abandoning games after initial release, leaving many issues unresolved.
- gameplay20 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The gameplay of *Computer Repair Shop* is generally enjoyable, featuring a straightforward and engaging loop of cleaning, diagnosing, and repairing computers without overwhelming mechanics. However, players have noted issues such as bugs affecting gameplay, a lack of depth in the tutorial, and balance problems, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these drawbacks, many find the game addictive and entertaining, appreciating its departure from the absurdist elements of the developer's previous titles.
“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.”
“Even after all that, it still does not help that the tutorial was so basic that when you get into gameplay you have no idea what needs to be done or how!”
“The game still has balance issues in gameplay.”
- graphics11 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game represent a significant improvement over previous titles, showcasing high-end capabilities that can run smoothly even at 4K 60 fps with powerful hardware. However, some users noted the lack of extensive graphical options, describing the settings as overly simplistic despite the overall performance being satisfactory. The game's visual style is also considered enjoyable and adds to the experience.
“Graphically, this is a big step up from the previous games.”
“I tried to run the game at 4K 60 FPS on high graphics even with an NVIDIA 3080.”
“I tried to run the game at 4K 60 fps on high graphics even with an NVIDIA 3080.”
“And then the graphics settings are so simplistic they are practically non-existent.”
“The graphics style is amusing.”
- stability8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 88 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users noting significant improvements in performance, while others report persistent bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay. Many express frustration over the lack of ongoing support and updates from the developers, leading to concerns about the game's long-term viability. Overall, while some players find it enjoyable despite its issues, others caution against investing in a title that may remain in a buggy state.
“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.”
“This got rid of the temporary freezes as the CPU and GPU stop trying to fight over the 16GB RAM.”
“Then I ran into glitches like not getting paid for doing exactly what the tasks were and a glitch that I was holding something even after putting it down, causing the item to glitch out in front of me.”
“Sure, it's only $8, but I just don't think a developer that makes games that are extremely buggy and then leaves them abandoned without any new content or fixes is worthy of your cash.”
- optimization5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received criticism, with users reporting high GPU usage and lower-than-expected FPS, leading to noticeable stuttering even on systems that meet the requirements. While some graphics and performance settings are satisfactory, overall performance detracts from the gaming experience.
“The graphics and performance settings were good.”
“It's pretty poorly optimized; it's running my 3070 Ti at 88%.”
“I have an older computer, but it's above the requirements, and I experience lower FPS than expected and a lot of stuttering as my system struggles to run smoothly.”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is described as versatile, allowing players to enhance their experience with background music, such as classic blues or soft restaurant tunes. Many users recommend playing the game with music to create a more enjoyable and 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).”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for being underdeveloped, with some players noting a lack of narrative depth and engagement, while others highlight a personal journey of building an empire from humble beginnings. However, technical issues, such as the inability to save progress, detract significantly from the overall experience, leading to frustration among users.
“There is a problem in the game; there is no function to save. If you want to log out or you are tired of playing, you create according to the tasks. Because of the game, it does not go to join or list those missions, and you do not get money. Manage the game; for this price, it should already work at least 90%. Now I give it 50% that it works as a scam.”
“This is the story of me, someone who came from a very humble background, building my bustling empire out of nothing.”
“No story.”
- 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 mastering the limited activities leads to a monotonous loop that detracts from the overall experience. Many express that the amount of grinding required feels excessive, making it a significant drawback.
“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.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a blend of dark humor and a seedy atmosphere that many players find enjoyable. Users appreciate the comedic elements, particularly in activities like cracking codes and exploring humorous in-game content, which adds to the overall fun experience.
“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.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy is criticized as a poorly executed cash grab, suggesting that it prioritizes profit over quality and user experience.
“This game feels like a buggy cash grab.”
“The monetization strategy is overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“I can't enjoy the game when it constantly pushes me to spend more money.”
