Katy and Bob: Safari Cafe

90%
Game Brain Score Based on 70 reviews
  • graphics
  • story
  • music
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In Katy and Bob: Safari Cafe, players help Katy and Bob set up a safari-themed cafe in Singapore with the help of their realtor. Along the way, they'll learn about different coffee brewing techniques and encounter various challenges to keep their business running smoothly. The game is a time management simulation with vibrant graphics and a focus on efficient restaurant management.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 70 reviews
music3 positive mentions
gameplay1 negative mentions
  • The game is a fun and easy time management experience, making it great for casual players or beginners.
  • It features colorful and cartoony graphics, along with enjoyable music that enhances the gameplay.
  • Katy and Bob: Safari Cafe is a good game for passing time, providing a relaxing yet moderately stimulating experience.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive and lacks significant challenge, making it boring for experienced players.
  • There is minimal story development and character depth, resulting in a shallow gaming experience.
  • The game has been criticized for being a reskin of previous titles, lacking innovation and offering little new content.
  • graphics11 mentions

    The graphics of the game are described as simple and cartoony, reminiscent of low-effort mobile apps, which some players appreciate for their charm, while others criticize their outdated and repetitive nature. There are no options for resolution changes or significant graphics tweaks, leading to disappointment among PC gamers who expect higher visual quality. Overall, while the game features colorful character models and artwork, it falls short of delivering a visually impressive experience.

    • “A graphically beautiful little game.”
    • “+ colorful and cartoony character models and artwork”
    • “The visual graphic in this game is pretty decent.”
    • “There's no option to change the resolution and no useful graphics tweaks.”
    • “The game features simple, cartoony 2D graphics, of the type you normally expect to see in low-effort mobile apps.”
    • “Considering this is being evaluated as a PC game, having the graphics phoned in like this isn't going to result in a high quality, visually impressive game that PC gamers are used to seeing.”
  • story7 mentions

    The story aspect of the game is generally viewed as lacking depth and complexity, with many reviewers noting it as bland and straightforward compared to its predecessor. While there are some narrative elements present, they feel minimal and do not leave a lasting impression, making it less appealing for those seeking a rich storyline. Overall, the game's plot serves more as a backdrop than a driving force.

    • “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
    • “Thank you for the game and the advancement of the story line!!!”
    • “Like in the first one, there is some semblance of a story to go along with all this, but it is just there to have some plot; it is probably even more of a phone-in than last time.”
    • “There is no substantial story.”
    • “So, the story itself in this game is pretty blandly straightforward.”
    • “As a story seeker, this may not be your cup of tea as the story in this game really doesn't leave much of an impression.”
  • music6 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and enjoyable qualities, featuring endearing safari-themed soundtracks and engaging sound effects. Players appreciate the upbeat and fun nature of the music, which enhances the overall experience without becoming monotonous.

    • “Furthermore, the safari-themed soundtracks are quite endearing and the sound effects are pretty much on-point.”
    • “I really enjoyed reading the comics, having fun with the safari and listening to the fun soundtracks.”
    • “Fun music that doesn't bore.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “Furthermore, the safari-themed soundtracks are quite endearing and the sound effects are pretty much on point.”
    • “It has happy music too!”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay in K&B Safari Cafe is noted for its well-developed mechanics but suffers from repetitive tasks and a lack of engaging narrative and character depth. In contrast, While Way Back Home offers a more frenetic experience, suggesting that Safari Cafe's slower pace can lead to boredom and diminished enjoyment over time.

    • “I found the basic mechanics of K&B Safari Cafe to be well developed.”
    • “While Way Back Home became more and more frenetic as you played, the gameplay in Safari Cafe requires a lot of doing nothing for long periods, which can become repetitive much faster.”
    • “It's a game that manages to combine the tediousness of repetitive gameplay with a narrative that's as thin as tracing paper, and characters whose depth is comparable to a puddle.”
    • “While Way Back Home became more and more frenetic as you played, the highest scoring gameplay in Safari Cafe requires a lot of doing nothing for long periods, which is much less fun and becomes repetitive much faster.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    The grinding aspect of the game is criticized for being tedious and repetitive, lacking depth in both gameplay and narrative. Reviewers find the experience shallow, with minimal character development, making it less engaging overall.

    • “It's a game that manages to combine the tediousness of repetitive gameplay with a narrative that's as thin as tracing paper, and characters whose depth is comparable to a puddle.”
    • “It's a tedious, shallow experience that lacks the depth, excitement, and character development necessary for a truly engaging game.”
  • character development2 mentions

    Character development for Katy and Bob is criticized for being tedious and shallow, lacking the depth and excitement needed to create an engaging experience.

    • “The character development of Katy and Bob leaves much to be desired.”
    • “It's a tedious, shallow experience that lacks the depth, excitement, and character development necessary for a truly engaging game.”
  • stability2 mentions

    Overall, users report a high level of stability, noting no glitches or registration issues during gameplay, even after several hours of play. This marks an improvement over previous iterations of the game.

    • “I experienced no glitches during the three hours it took to complete the game.”
    • “The game ran smoothly without any crashes or bugs.”
    • “I was impressed by the overall stability; everything worked as intended throughout my playthrough.”
    • “No glitches were encountered in the three or so hours it took to complete.”
    • “It doesn't have glitches or issues with clicks not registering like the previous one.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game is well-optimized, providing a smooth experience that allows for easy pick-up-and-play sessions, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.

    • “It's a fun game that runs smoothly and is easy to pick up and play for short sessions.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Players feel that the game could benefit from an expert mode to enhance its replayability, suggesting that additional challenges or difficulty levels would encourage them to revisit the game.

    • “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique and engaging.”
    • “With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”
    • “The random events and challenges keep the gameplay fresh, encouraging me to replay it often.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization model of "Katy & Bob: Safari Cafe" is praised for being free of microtransactions, making it a refreshing alternative to many time management games that often rely heavily on such practices. Players appreciate the clean user interface and responsive design, enhancing the overall experience without the pressure of in-game purchases.

    • “Great for those who are looking for a game like the first Diner Dash. Better than most time management games as they are filled with microtransactions. Katy & Bob: Safari Cafe is completely clean, and the UI is pretty responsive and easy to use.”
    • “The game is riddled with microtransactions that make it hard to enjoy without spending money.”
    • “It's frustrating how much you have to pay to unlock basic features and progress in the game.”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, as it pushes players to spend more than they should just to keep up.”
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