Grocery Store Simulator
- June 10, 2024
- FEKK Games
- 6h median play time
In "Grocery Store Simulator," become a grocery store manager and handle all aspects of running the business, from working the checkout to managing stock in the warehouse. Collaborate with friends in online co-op mode to expand your store and hone your management skills. Optimize store layout, order new products, and manage deliveries, while keeping customers satisfied and increasing your store's size for greater success.
Reviews
- The multiplayer aspect is highly enjoyable, making it a fun experience to play with friends.
- The game has a solid foundation with frequent updates and improvements from the developers.
- The gameplay loop is surprisingly addictive, providing a satisfying experience of managing a grocery store.
- The game can become repetitive and overwhelming, especially when playing solo without employees to assist.
- There are several bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, particularly with employee functionality.
- Limited inventory management features, such as only being able to order a small number of items at a time, can hinder progress.
- gameplay96 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally described as simple and satisfying, revolving around a repetitive loop of buying, stocking, and selling goods, which can be enjoyable, especially in co-op mode. While some players appreciate the mechanics and variety, others note that the game can become stale after extended play due to slow-paced actions and a lack of depth. Overall, the game shows potential for improvement with updates and additional features, making it a decent choice for casual gaming.
“The core gameplay is solid with only minor things that need to be adjusted.”
“The attention to detail, engaging gameplay, and overall polish make it one of the best simulation games I've ever played.”
“There’s something really satisfying about the honestly rote gameplay loop of buying goods, stocking, selling, expanding, rinse & repeat.”
“After about 8 hours of gameplay, especially once you have enough staff to handle most tasks, the game becomes stale and somewhat boring.”
“They move way too slow, and each action they take has too long of a delay to be efficient; it feels like they're ultimately there to simply pad the gameplay loop you're unable to automate with employees.”
“A lot of gameplay details need to be made.”
- graphics91 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are subpar and often laggy, even on lower settings. While some appreciate the immersive gameplay that compensates for the visual shortcomings, others express a desire for significant improvements in graphics and optimization. Overall, the consensus is that while the graphics are not impressive, the engaging gameplay and community support may outweigh these visual flaws.
“Exceptional graphics, riveting gameplay, and beautiful story all come together in this masterpiece that deserves game of the year.”
“Immersive graphics and sound: the graphics are top-notch, with vibrant, colorful visuals that bring your grocery store to life.”
“Great variety of options and graphics of the store and products.”
“I set all of the graphical settings on low, yet it remains laggy, so I suppose there isn't much optimization for Intel CPUs or GPUs/IGPUs implemented by the devs themselves (UE5 engine itself is fine).”
“Right now it just feels very clunky and the graphics are just so bad for this type of game.”
“The graphics are terrible.”
- humor40 mentions
- 98 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its chaotic and unpredictable gameplay, especially when played with friends, leading to hilarious moments and role-playing opportunities. Players find joy in the absurdities of managing a grocery store, such as the challenge of disposing of cardboard boxes and the limitations of the game's mechanics, which often result in funny situations. Overall, the game is described as a fun and entertaining experience, particularly in a co-op setting, though some users express a desire for more updates and customization options.
“This game is really fun, funny, and overall unpredictable, especially when played with friends!”
“It’s not perfect, but damn is it hilarious fun to try and run a grocery store with your friends.”
“Funny co-op supermarket simulator that you can play with good friends who actually wanna play silly or stupid games with you, especially for long hours at a time!!!”
“I'm hoping for more updates in the future because you can't customize your characters that much or order much on the trucks, but otherwise I'm so addicted to this game it's not funny.”
- stability34 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 82 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, with many players reporting frequent bugs and crashes, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some users find the game enjoyable despite these issues, others describe it as a "buggy mess" that hampers the overall experience. Overall, the game shows promise but requires substantial improvements in stability to enhance gameplay.
“Fun game to play with friends, not too buggy for a 2-month-old game.”
“Lots of fun in the co-op, no glitches.”
“Employees are mostly bug-free, except sometimes the bus to drop off employees seems to stop coming.”
“Buggy, somewhat ok in solo, but any attempt at multiplayer is just ruined by the inability to be stable.”
“This game is too buggy and way too tedious in the beginning; it is promising but not fun at the moment.”
“It was a crashy, buggy mess and so alpha I half expected it to decompile before my eyes.”
- story28 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely criticized for the absence of quests or objectives, with multiple users noting that there is currently no narrative to engage with. However, one review highlights the presence of a "beautiful story" that contributes to the game's overall excellence, suggesting that opinions on the story may vary.
“Exceptional graphics, riveting gameplay, and beautiful story all come together in this masterpiece that deserves game of the year.”
“For now there are no objectives in-game; at least there are no quests, but that might change in the future.”
“☑ no story”
“☑ no story”
- grinding27 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 56 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and repetitive, particularly in the early stages, with many players feeling overwhelmed by the need for constant restocking and managing tasks. While some find the leveling system reasonable and not overly grindy, the overall sentiment leans towards the experience being dull and requiring excessive time investment, leading to frustration.
“A bit grindy if you're on your own—lots of restocking and cash register manning.”
“So many boxes, with very little items in them - 99% of the game is ordering and stocking, all of which is tedious, to say the least.”
“It is just a tedious simulator with nothing to make it interesting.”
- optimization20 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's optimization receives mixed reviews; while some players find it well-optimized for co-op gameplay, others report significant performance issues, particularly on lower-end systems and ultrawide displays. Despite ongoing updates addressing bugs and performance, many users express concerns about lag and overheating, especially when using Intel CPUs and GPUs. Overall, there is a consensus that while the game has potential, further optimization is needed for a smoother experience across various hardware configurations.
“Honestly never played a game so perfectly optimized for co-op gameplay.”
“Runs smoothly.”
“I totally recommend the game, time consuming, has a few bugs but pretty good performance and non-stop updates, graphics are not wow but are cute.”
“I was hoping to play this but I don't want to overheat my computer because of an unoptimized game.”
“The game isn't optimized for ultrawide and that is what I have.”
“My only issue is how poorly optimized it is for lower-end computers, even on the lowest settings and running on Vulkan.”
- music19 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable and enhancing the overall experience, particularly the main menu music, which many describe as "bumping." Players express a desire for more customization options, such as a jukebox feature to select tracks and the ability to add custom music. While some note that the absence of music can create an eerie atmosphere, the background music is often seen as pleasant and immersive, making it a great game to relax and listen to.
“The background music is pleasant and unobtrusive, adding to the overall immersion without being distracting.”
“Main menu music is bumping; I would love a jukebox or some sort to choose music for the store.”
“10/10 best with friends, good game to chill and talk or listen to music with.”
“I wish there were options to change the music, as well as ordering decoration items (a plant in the corner or pictures on the wall would look very cute), but I am very happy with how the game is developing!”
“No music either makes for a rather eerie atmosphere, but overall love this game and I still play it regardless.”
“-let me customize more like the outfits the employees wear or the music that plays in the store”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is described as a mix of vibrant and bustling, effectively capturing the essence of a grocery store, while the absence of music contributes to an eerie feeling. Despite this unsettling ambiance, many players still find enjoyment in the game.
“No music either makes for a rather eerie atmosphere, but overall I love this game and I still play it regardless.”
“Visually, Grocery Store Simulator does a great job of capturing the vibrant, bustling atmosphere of a grocery store.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The multiplayer mode significantly enhances replayability by introducing collaborative and competitive elements, while the game's depth ensures that players can enjoy varied experiences in each session. Overall, "Grocery Store Simulator" provides ample opportunities for repeated play.
“Whether you’re collaborating to run a chain of stores or seeing who can build the best supermarket, the multiplayer mode adds a whole new layer of fun and replayability.”
“Depth and replayability: 'Grocery Store Simulator' offers a surprising amount of depth.”
“The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
“Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to play again.”
“The limited variety in gameplay mechanics leads to a repetitive experience.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users express a need for a management dashboard to monitor sales and implement advertising strategies to attract more customers, as well as to expand the in-game offerings with additional furniture.
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional impact of the game is significant, as players express deep feelings of sadness and connection, particularly highlighted by the poignant phrase "No box fort, I cried," indicating a strong attachment to the game's narrative or elements.
“No box fort, I cried.”