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
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Reviews
- The game captures the intensity of bartending, making it fun and educational 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 experience.
- The game is intuitive to learn and provides a satisfying sense of accomplishment when serving drinks accurately.
- The game lacks depth and variety in gameplay, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness once everything is unlocked.
- Grabbing and manipulating objects can be tedious and glitchy, with issues like items dropping and difficult menu navigation.
- There have been no significant updates or new content since release, leaving players wanting more features and improvements.
- graphics14 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered functional but lackluster, with many users noting they feel repetitive and not as crisp as in other titles, even with enhanced settings. While the simple graphics serve their purpose, there is a desire for more variety in bar venues and improved visual options, such as presets and antialiasing. Overall, the graphics contribute to a satisfactory gameplay experience, particularly for those interested in bartending simulation.
“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 this 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.”
- atmosphere8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally appreciated for its engaging recipes and mechanics, though players feel it could benefit from improved graphics and sound design. Many users express a desire for more immersive elements, such as customizable backgrounds and ambient sounds typical of a lively bar environment. Overall, while the current atmosphere is enjoyable, there is potential for enhancement as the game develops.
“Love the recipes, the atmosphere, game mechanics... already learning how to make my first cocktails!”
“Hope the dev adds career mode with actual patrons you serve and more ambient sounds like people talking, glasses clinking, and general bar atmospheric noises.”
“Graphics are functional, sound and general atmosphere have a ways to go, and it is hard to guess how it will end up by the time it leaves early access, but 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.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % 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 improving the overall music experience by incorporating more diverse bar venues and music options.
“The pouring physics work pretty well, the graphics are okay, background music is nice, and the layout is good.”
“Maybe better graphics and more bar venues and music.”
“- Custom music and recipes can be added.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % 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 quick counter and unconventional bar setup.
“Grabbing things is tedious, ice is hard to work with, the counter is way too quick, and the bar setup is way too weird.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the engaging gameplay, highlighting the enjoyable recipes, immersive atmosphere, and effective game mechanics that facilitate learning to make cocktails.
“I love the recipes, the atmosphere, and the game mechanics. I'm already learning how to make my first cocktails!”
