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 entertaining gameplay loop, allowing players to engage in various activities beyond just computer repairs.
- It has a quirky charm and dark humor that some players find enjoyable, making it a fun experience overall.
- The graphics and environment are a step up from previous games by the developer, providing a visually appealing experience.
- The game is plagued by numerous bugs, including issues with saving progress and glitches that can disrupt gameplay.
- There is a lack of content and depth, leading to a repetitive experience once the initial novelty wears off.
- The developer has a history of abandoning games after release, leaving many players feeling frustrated with the lack of updates and support.
- gameplay30 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally enjoyable and addictive, featuring a satisfying loop centered around cleaning and diagnosing computers without overwhelming mechanics. However, players have reported bugs that can significantly impact the experience, such as losing unique items upon saving. While the game has its flaws, many find it entertaining and engaging overall.
“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, with a 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.”
- graphics18 mentions
- 11 % positive mentions
- 72 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game represent a significant improvement over previous titles, showcasing a high-quality visual style that many players find amusing. However, some users note that the graphics settings are overly simplistic, with limited options for customization, which may detract from the overall experience for those seeking more control. Despite these limitations, the performance remains solid, especially on high-end systems.
“Graphically, this is a big step up from the previous games.”
“The graphics and performance settings are well done.”
“And then the graphics settings are so simplistic they are practically non-existent.”
“The graphics style is amusing.”
“There are many graphics and options to tinker with clients' computers.”
- stability12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game's stability has improved, eliminating temporary freezes caused by CPU and GPU conflicts over RAM. However, players still encounter occasional glitches, such as issues with task completion and item handling. Despite these problems, some users appreciate the game's potential but express concern over the developer's history of leaving games unpatched and without additional content.
“The game is no longer buggy.”
“The stability has greatly improved.”
“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.”
- music8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music aspect of the game is best enjoyed as a background accompaniment, with players recommending soft genres like classic blues or restaurant music to enhance the experience. Many find that this approach adds a fun layer to the gameplay, allowing for a more relaxed atmosphere while pursuing achievements. Overall, the music is seen as a customizable element that can enrich the gaming experience.
“I would recommend this game if you're looking for a game to have some soft music or restaurant music going off in the background; that's what I did.”
“I would recommend this game if you're looking for a game to have some soft music or restaurant music going off in the background; hell, 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).”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is characterized by a blend of dark and immature elements, appealing to players who appreciate a seedy, irreverent style. Many users enjoyed the comedic aspects of tasks like cracking codes and the amusing names and images associated with the games, contributing to an overall fun experience.
“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. Also, the names of the games you can crack, along with the pictures, are very funny.”
“It's a bit of a seedy game with some dark humor, which I enjoy.”
- grinding6 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 a significant time investment to progress.
“Once you have mastered the few activities available, the game falls into a repetitive loop that it never breaks out of, quickly becoming tedious from there.”
“Gritty and grindy!”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Users report mixed experiences with optimization, noting that even systems meeting or exceeding the requirements struggle with low FPS and stuttering. While some settings perform well in specific scenarios, overall performance remains inconsistent, particularly on older hardware.
“The graphics and performance settings were excellent.”
“The graphics and performance settings were then good.”
“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.”
- story6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 33 % 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 lacks 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”
“✓ no story”
