Happy Mall Story: Sim Game
"Happy Mall Story: Sim Game" is a Simulation game that allows you to build and manage your own shopping mall. The game boasts a masterful story, good visuals, and an ingenious soundtrack, but can be very grinding and filled with ads. Despite some bugs and occasional humor, you can still aim to build your dream mall and become a mall tycoon in this sim game.
Reviews
- graphics363 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 35 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cuteness and aesthetic appeal, with many users highlighting the adorable character designs and vibrant visuals. While the overall graphical quality is considered good, some players expressed a desire for more variety in store options and improved clarity in certain elements. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's charm and enjoyment, making it a favorite among players looking for a relaxing and visually pleasing experience.
“The graphics are cute and the gameplay is amazing :)”
“The graphics are so cute and aesthetic, the music is so calming.”
“I love the graphics, the controls, and all in all are great.”
“The graphics are boring too.”
“Good and fun game but graphics..... abit too bad”
“Just work on your graphics”
- story242 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The story aspect of "Happy Mall Story" is generally perceived as minimal or lacking depth, with many players expressing a desire for a more engaging narrative. While the game is praised for its cute graphics and enjoyable gameplay, several users suggest incorporating a storyline or quests that add excitement and context to the mall management experience. Overall, players appreciate the game's fun mechanics but feel that enhancing the story could elevate their enjoyment further.
“Happy mall story is a very fun game!”
“Happy mall story is a fun game to play if you like the sound of coins.”
“Happy mall story is a cute game!”
“My suggestion is to add some storyline to the game to make it more exciting and fun.”
“It's an okay game so far, seems fun but things are a little expensive and the storyline is nonexistent.”
“U guys need to add something to ur happy mall story, it's getting boring.”
- monetization185 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 78 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is generally viewed positively, with many users appreciating the minimal and non-intrusive ads that do not disrupt gameplay. While some players report occasional pop-up ads, the overall sentiment is that the game does not heavily rely on ads or microtransactions, allowing for a more enjoyable experience without constant pressure to spend money. However, a few users express frustration with the frequency of ads and suggest improvements to reduce their occurrence.
“Progression can sometimes feel a bit slow, but there's no overt pressure to engage in microtransactions.”
“Great time killer and doesn't really require you to buy any in-game purchases unlike any other mobile games.”
“Very enjoyable and fun experience, no ads at all.”
“I have watched more ads than upgrading my game.”
“The problem is that you can't play it with low battery and it has ads that pop up at any point.”
“I love it but please don't put some ads because it's so annoying but the rest of it I love it so I put 4 stars.”
- music53 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its cuteness and calming qualities, enhancing the overall nostalgic and enjoyable experience for players. However, some users have noted issues with repetitive tracks and occasional glitches that cause the music to not play automatically. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, there are requests for a more varied soundtrack to keep the experience fresh.
“The music was energetic and the most fun part is I could interact with other malls created by other players.”
“The music is absolutely cute and the whole game is calming.”
“Especially the music in the background really sets a calming and happy mood.”
“Only complaint so far is the repetitive music; perhaps an extended soundtrack would be more entertaining.”
“I will rate 5 but the background music is quite irritating; please change it.”
“The music is monotonous and boring.”
- humor52 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it consistently entertaining and amusing, particularly enjoying the quirky interactions between characters. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to alleviate boredom with its lighthearted and funny content, making it a favorite for casual play. Overall, the game's humor is described as cute, funny, and a significant draw for players of all ages.
“It is very entertaining for when I am bored and have nothing to do at the time, and I love how it takes up so little space. It's fun to read the little interactions between the workers and the customers since it's always funny.”
“I've played this game for years and it's super funny. No ads and you can enjoy it without stressing out.”
“This game is so funny it saves me from boredom, I love this game!!”
- gameplay42 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making it enjoyable for casual players. While many appreciate the cute graphics and engaging mechanics, some users express concerns about the lack of depth and challenge, leading to a sense of boredom after a short period. Suggestions for improvement include adding more interactive features and options for customization to enhance the overall experience.
“Although it takes a lot of effort to reach the high levels, the gameplay is still a worthwhile experience.”
“The graphics are cute and the gameplay is amazing :)”
“The gameplay system is really smart, I love it!!!!!”
“Unfortunately, I didn't like how I can't change the sides/edges (where the green potted plants are) of the mall using the available decorations in the gameplay.”
“Adorable graphics, I love the aesthetic but the game gets boring way too fast... after a day or two of gameplay there's no more challenge and it's just constant waiting for more stores to build, that's it.”
“However, some mechanics of this game are confusing.”
- stability16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- -12 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
Overall, "Happy Mall Story" has a mixed reception regarding stability. While many players report enjoying the game without significant issues, some have experienced glitches, such as screen freezes and bugs related to character movement. Frequent updates and improvements are requested by users to address these stability concerns.
“I love the game! I wish I could play it all day. I think I have an addiction to it. It takes up barely any space, and I can still get lots of other gear like Main Street pets. I love the idea of an arcade. I rate it five stars! Also, it has no glitches on my phone, which is really impressive.”
“When I first saw it, I thought it would be really crappy, but it's amazing! I love the Japanese style.”
“I'm really pleased with the stability of the game. It runs smoothly without any issues, even on my annoying phone.”
“I found a few glitches/bugs in the game, like if you scroll fast enough to the bottom, your screen will just show grass. In the female's restroom, if a female enters the room, they will get bugged out of the door and teleport back in. Also, when a customer walks through the bottom right path, the trees are over their head. I liked this game, so please keep updating.”
“A little buggy sometimes, and the ads sometimes cause the game to crash.”
“Its a good game, but I honestly don't like the fact that it freezes. Maybe it's my phone, but that's pretty much all I don't like about it.”
- grinding7 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be slow and tedious over time, leading some to uninstall despite initial enjoyment. While some appreciate the grind as a way to pass the time, others note that it can become repetitive and frustrating, particularly with limited rewards from ads. Overall, the game is seen as enjoyable for those who are willing to invest the time in grinding.
“It was fun at first but it gets boring over time; very tedious to get gems and the ad only gives one gem and rarely shows up.”
“Uninstalled the game quite a long time ago despite having made significant progress due to the grinding being slow, but I'm installing it once again.”
“A little tedious after a while but good stuff to pass the time.”
- optimization6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, players praise the game's optimization, highlighting its smooth performance and good graphics, particularly on various devices. Many users appreciate the ability to play offline, contributing to a positive gaming experience, although some mention ads as a minor drawback.
“Because the graphics and all of the performance is great.”
“I love how this game runs smoothly on my phone, plus you can play it offline.”
“Fun game! I rate this 5 stars because the performance is good and the graphics are great.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players describe the game as heartwarming and wholesome, highlighting its ability to evoke happiness and emotional connection. Many express deep affection for the game, noting its cuteness and the joy it brings, making it a favorite in their mobile gaming experience.
“Really was the most heartwarming game ever!”
“This game is so good and especially made me feel happy :)”
“Wholesome game, very cute <3”
- character development2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
While players appreciate the game's fun gameplay and stunning character designs, there is little mention of in-depth character development, suggesting that the focus may be more on aesthetics than on evolving character arcs.
“A fun game with gorgeous character designs.”
“I like the character design, and the gameplay was fun.”