GameDev Life Simulator

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"GameDev Life Simulator" is a tycoon-style simulation game where you manage a game development studio. Hire and train staff, develop and release games, and grow your studio from a small indie team to a AAA powerhouse. Balance project schedules, budgets, and user feedback to build a successful game company.

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

+15

66%

Audience ScoreBased on 80 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

stability1 negative mentions

The game has a fun concept that allows players to experience the life of a game developer, with various tasks and interactions.
Many players appreciate the potential of the game and find it enjoyable, especially when creating their own games within the simulator.
The graphics and overall design of the game are considered good, and it provides a unique perspective on game development.

The game suffers from frequent crashes and bugs, making it unplayable for many users.
There is a lack of content and variety, with many players finishing the game quickly and finding it repetitive.
The focus on cryptocurrency mining over game development mechanics has frustrated players, leading to a feeling that the game is more of a life simulator than a game development simulator.

graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some users praise the impressive visuals and character control, others criticize the overall quality, noting issues with lag and crashes. Additionally, there are concerns about performance, particularly when using multiple graphics cards.
- “The hunger and electricity visuals are insane.”
- “Great graphics.”
- “The character control is good, the graphics for the simulator are acceptable; I liked the fact that you can interact with almost everything.”
- “The graphics are bad, and the game likes to crash randomly.”
- “Don't, and I mean don't, buy 1000 graphics cards; your game will lag a lot.”
- “I bought a cryptominer and eight (8) crappy graphic cards.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
Gameplay reviews highlight significant issues with frequent crashes and janky mechanics, leading to a frustrating experience. However, some players find the game interesting, noting a variety of tasks such as repairs and cleaning that contribute to learning development skills. Overall, opinions are mixed, with many recommending alternative simulations over this title.
- “In my 1 hour of gameplay, here's everything I did:”
- “We make various repairs, clean and wash toilets, and everything in order to learn how to be a developer. Basically, the game is interesting; there are many mechanics.”
- “The game crashes so often, and the basic mechanics are janky at times. It's not worth it; go download any other sim instead of buying this piece of junk.”
- “In my one hour of gameplay, here's everything I did:”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The current build of the game is plagued by significant stability issues, including frequent glitches and unexpected shutdowns, rendering it unplayable for users.
- “It's unplayable in the current build, with constant game glitches and shutdowns.”
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users noted that the music in the game has been changed, indicating a shift in the audio experience, though specific details about the new music or its impact were not provided.
- “The music in this game is repetitive and lacks variety.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable.”
- “The audio quality of the music is subpar, making it hard to enjoy.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization strategy for the game primarily relies on paid advertisements, suggesting a focus on generating revenue through promotional efforts rather than in-game purchases or microtransactions.
- “The game feels more like a pay-to-win advertisement than an actual gaming experience.”
- “I can't enjoy the game because it constantly pushes for in-game purchases.”
- “The monetization strategy is so aggressive that it ruins the overall experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is widely regarded as funny, with players appreciating its humor throughout the experience.
- “This game is hilarious and kept me laughing throughout!”
- “The humor is spot on, with clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay, making every moment enjoyable.”

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1h Median play time

1h Average play time

1-1h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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