Flairtender
- November 17, 2017
- DigitalBadger Design
Get on SteamFlairtender is a simulation game where you become a virtual bartender, mixing drinks and serving customers in a vibrant VR setting. With over 6
Reviews
- The game captures the intensity of bartending, making it a fun and educational experience for both casual players and aspiring bartenders.
- There is a wide variety of drinks to create, and players can even make their own recipes, enhancing the overall enjoyment and creativity.
- The game mechanics are intuitive, and the physics of pouring drinks work well, contributing to an immersive bartending experience.
- The game lacks a campaign mode or structured challenges, leading to a sense of repetitiveness once players unlock all the content.
- There are several technical issues, such as glitchy object grabbing and a confusing bar layout, which can detract from the overall experience.
- The game has not received significant updates since its release, leaving players wanting more content and improvements.
- graphics7 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered functional but lackluster, with some users noting they feel repetitive and not as crisp as in other titles. While the visuals may not be impressive, the satisfying gameplay mechanics, such as pouring physics, compensate for the simplicity. There are suggestions for improved graphics options and settings to enhance the overall experience.
“Nothing fancy, nice simple graphics and it works; the physics feel nice and you can adjust the pour speed if desired.”
“The pouring physics work pretty well, the graphics are okay, background music is nice, and the layout is good.”
“Various graphics preset options would be good to have in the settings menu, as well as antialiasing settings.”
“While Flairtender does not have the best graphics and looks repetitive on the outside, there is a huge amount of satisfaction that comes with serving every drink.”
“Graphics seem a bit lackluster; they don't feel as crisp as in other games, even with supersampling turned up quite a bit.”
“Maybe better graphics and more bar venues and music.”
- atmosphere4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is appreciated for its potential, with users enjoying the current ambiance while expressing a desire for enhancements such as customizable backgrounds and more immersive sound effects. While the graphics and sound are considered functional, there is optimism that future updates could enrich the overall experience, particularly for those interested in bartending.
“Love the recipes, the atmosphere, and game mechanics. I'm already learning how to make my first cocktails!”
“Hope the dev adds a career mode with actual patrons you serve and more ambient sounds like people talking, glasses clinking, and general bar atmospheric noises.”
“Graphics are functional, but the sound and general atmosphere have a ways to go. Anyone with an interest in bartending will find it worth playing with.”
“Maybe down the line, add the ability to change the background/atmosphere, perhaps.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with users appreciating the nice background music and the option to add custom tracks. However, there are suggestions for improvements, such as enhancing graphics and expanding the variety of music venues. Overall, the audio experience contributes positively to the game's atmosphere.
“The background music is nice and enhances the overall experience.”
“Custom music and recipes can be added, allowing for a personalized touch.”
“The pouring physics work pretty well, the graphics are okay, and the layout is good.”
“The music could use more variety and better integration with the gameplay.”
“I wish there were more options for custom music and recipes.”
“The soundtrack feels repetitive and doesn't enhance the overall experience.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, citing difficulties with grabbing items, challenges posed by ice mechanics, and frustrations with the fast-paced counter and unconventional bar setup.
“Grabbing items is tedious, ice is hard to work with, the counter is way too quick, and the bar setup is very confusing.”
“The grinding feels endless and repetitive, making it hard to stay engaged with the game.”
“I find myself doing the same tasks over and over again, which makes the gameplay feel monotonous.”
- gameplay1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the engaging gameplay, highlighting the enjoyable recipes, immersive atmosphere, and intuitive game mechanics that facilitate learning to create cocktails.
“I love the recipes, the atmosphere, and the game mechanics. I'm already learning how to make my first cocktails!”
“The gameplay is incredibly engaging and keeps me coming back for more.”
“The mechanics are intuitive and make it easy to dive right into the action.”
