Dealer's Life 2

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"Dealer's Life 2" is a humorous single-player simulation game where you manage a pawn shop, haggling with customers to earn a profit. With its engaging gameplay and attention to detail, it takes about 20 hours to complete. Immerse yourself in this tycoon game, master the art of negotiation, and build your pawn shop empire.

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Play Modes

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

75%

Audience ScoreBased on 286 reviews

graphics5 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game is highly addictive and offers a fun and engaging pawn shop simulation experience.
Players appreciate the variety of items and characters, as well as the depth of gameplay mechanics.
The art style and graphics have received praise for being an improvement over the first game.

Many players find the game repetitive and lacking in new content, especially in the late game.
There are complaints about confusing mechanics and a lack of clear tutorials, making it difficult for new players to understand the game.
Some users have experienced issues with progress loss due to unreliable saving systems and bugs.

graphics
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players praising the new art style as a significant improvement over the previous title, while others find it busy or inappropriate. Many appreciate the charm and depth of the graphics, though some feel it lacks consistency and could benefit from further enhancements. Overall, opinions vary widely, reflecting a divide between those who enjoy the stylized visuals and those who are critical of them.
- “I don't understand what people hate about the art style, it's very stylized and a huge improvement from the previous title!”
- “The graphics are charming, and the progression system keeps you hooked for hours.”
- “Love it, great graphics, story is cool also.”
- “I try not to let graphics bother me when it comes to games, but yikes.”
- “The artwork in this game is so out of place, and even inappropriate in spots.”
- “The art style is awful and there were no improvements from the previous game.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
23%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the new mechanics and improved graphics, while others criticize the recycled elements and shallow mechanics that can feel repetitive. Despite this, many find the gameplay engaging and fun, particularly enjoying the depth of interactions and the nostalgic references. Overall, it offers a blend of enjoyable features but may not sustain long-term interest for all players.
- “I actually enjoy the new mechanics, and the art style has honestly grown on me.”
- “A worthy sequel, fun and simple gameplay, lots to keep you going for a long time.”
- “The depth of gameplay, from haggling with customers to managing inventory, is incredibly realistic and engaging.”
- “Somehow this became a quasi-roguelike, and I don't waste time on games that erase hours of gameplay myself.”
- “But what kills me is the same exact recycled mechanics.”
- “Don't expect any new mechanics or features.”
monetization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
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29%
The game is praised for its monetization model, as it features no ads or in-app purchases, allowing players to enjoy a seamless experience without interruptions. Users appreciate the variety of items and customers, as well as the deep game mechanics, all while being able to play offline. Overall, the absence of monetization pressures enhances the enjoyment and immersion of the gameplay.
- “I've been playing this one for around 4 days and continue seeing new items and not the same ones again and again. The best part is no ads!”
- “No in-app purchases!”
- “A fun game about running a pawn shop, fully offline with no in-app purchases, so many customer and item varieties, and long progression (depends on difficulty) definitely a must play!”
- “I love when you're given free range to enjoy a game...without ads...without in-app purchases.”
- “A fun game about running a pawn shop, fully offline, no in-app purchases, so many customer and item variety, long progression (depends on difficulty) definitely a must play!”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be unbalanced and tedious, particularly in the late game where prices for upgrades can be excessively high. While the initial gameplay is enjoyable and well-paced, the endgame grind can become repetitive and boring for some, though a few appreciate the refreshing take compared to typical tycoon games.
- “But late game is grindy and unbalanced, with prices mostly in the 70k-3m range for final store upgrades.”
- “Great game to start, lots of fun and great pace, but the end game is very grindy and gets tedious and boring fast.”
- “Like any tycoon game, it gets repetitive, but I wouldn't say it's tedious.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is generally well-received, with players appreciating its engaging elements and graphics, though some suggest the addition of more nuanced quests and a rival shop system to enhance the narrative experience.
- “Love it! The graphics are great, and the story is cool too.”
- “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “Character development is shallow, and I found it difficult to connect with any of the protagonists.”
- “The quests are repetitive and uninspired, often boiling down to simple fetch tasks without any meaningful context.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the first game was praised for its strong replayability, the sequel has been criticized for lacking the same engaging elements that encourage players to return.
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting that it enhances the overall experience by adding enjoyment and challenge, despite initial perceptions of simplicity.
- “At first, I thought this was a simple game, but it actually takes quite a bit of planning and thought, which made it all the more enjoyable and challenging. The humor is great!”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the character design, highlighting its appeal and emotional impact, which enhances their connection to the characters.
- “The character development is incredibly deep, making each character feel unique and relatable.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, their growth feels natural and impactful.”
- “The backstories are rich and well-crafted, adding layers to each character that enhance the overall experience.”