Lunch Truck Tycoon
- May 28, 2015
- Diggidy.net
- 6h median play time
Get on SteamIn Lunch Truck Tycoon, players run their own food truck business, choosing from various cuisines and upgrades. Navigate through different locations, serving hungry customers and maximizing profits. The goal is to become the ultimate lunch truck tycoon and dominate the street food scene.
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Reviews
- The game is very affordable, providing decent entertainment for its low price.
- It's easy to learn and can be a fun casual game to pass the time.
- There are various items and upgrades to unlock, and the gameplay can be engaging if approached with the right expectations.
- The game lacks depth and complexity, making it feel repetitive and shallow.
- Progression can be frustratingly slow, with expensive upgrades and minimal daily profits.
- The user interface is clunky, and the gameplay mechanics can be confusing or poorly explained.
- gameplay44 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 70 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it simple and easy to grasp, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Although the controls are generally well-received and the visuals are appealing, many feel that the mechanics are thin and the overall experience can become boring quickly. There is potential for improvement, particularly in adding features to enhance the gameplay experience.
“The gameplay is easy and pretty understandable.”
“Most of the gameplay is easy to learn; I was able to grasp the basics in less than 3 minutes.”
“The visuals are simple and nice, the gameplay is fun and easy, and it's perfect for people who like simple casual tycoon games.”
“'Gameplay' (for I hesitate to use the word) is non-existent.”
“The gameplay itself is very repetitive and becomes boring very fast.”
“What few things the game got right were overshadowed by the clumsy UI and awkward and somewhat ambiguous game mechanics.”
- graphics34 mentions
- 24 % positive mentions
- 68 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally described as simple and average, with some reviewers noting that they are adequate for the game's low price point. While some appreciate the cute art style and clear UI, others criticize the visuals as lacking depth, particularly for a mobile port. Overall, the graphics do not detract from the gameplay experience, which is considered more important by many players.
“Gameplay is riveting, graphics are exemplary.”
“The visuals are simple and nice; the gameplay is fun and easy, making it perfect for people who enjoy simple casual tycoon games.”
“- Graphics are good for an indie game that costs 99 cents.”
“One way you could tell it's a mobile port is the graphics; granted I like crappy or bad graphics games if they're fun, but if they're not, it practically is a Sims 2 mod.”
“The graphics are average for this sort of game, not bad, but not impressive enough to elicit a nod of approval at first glance.”
“The graphics leave a lot to be desired, but honestly for a dollar, I am happy I got a couple of days of playing out of it.”
- music28 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 36 % negative mentions
The music in the game is characterized by a repetitive loop of a single track, which some players find haunting and annoying, while others appreciate its catchy nature. Despite the simplicity and repetitiveness of the soundtrack, many users feel it complements the gameplay well, making it a fun diversion, especially when paired with personal music or audiobooks. Overall, while the music may not be brilliantly designed, it adds to the entertainment value of the game.
“That music will make you go all shining.”
“It plays the same song over and over, luckily it's the greatest song of all time.”
“Worth $0.99; the gameplay is simple, but I like the concept, art style, and music.”
“The music does suck, just as others have mentioned.”
“Lunch Truck Tycoon takes place on a dystopian, late-capitalist island known as Lunch Island; a horrible place where the same 20-second song is played over loudspeakers on loop at all locations.”
“It's one song that repeats on a loop over and over and over and over...”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game lacks a substantial story, with simple graphics and sound that do not detract from its entertainment value. However, players express frustration over the seemingly random nature of quest completion, wishing for clearer information on lost quests and a fast-forward option.
“That title doesn't really have a story; the graphics are simple and the same goes for the sound effects and music, but that's not really a problem when compared with the entertainment value.”
“I think the fact that you have to (seemingly) complete the quests by chance to get ahead in the game is pretty frustrating.”
“I would like to see a fast forward option as well as more information regarding why certain quests were lost.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players finding it simple yet effective, making it an enjoyable experience for those seeking a lighthearted tycoon game. Overall, the comedic elements contribute significantly to the game's appeal.
“I can say that I liked this game and that I totally recommend it to gamers who want to play a simple yet funny tycoon game!”
“Excellent game, pretty funny!”
“Funny game! :D”
- grinding4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect enjoyable initially, but many feel it becomes tedious over time, particularly when saving for upgrades or vehicles. This repetitiveness can lead to a sense of futility in completing the game, with some players questioning whether the effort is worth the reward.
“I enjoyed it, but it got a little tedious trying to save for the next upgrade or vehicle.”
“Then I thought how pointless it would be to waste my time trying to finish the game... a bit too tedious... some will do it.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization system allows players to purchase advertising and new trucks, as well as discover additional items for sale as they progress and level up in the game.
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is described as uncomfortable and unsettling, characterized by a stark socioeconomic divide and a repetitive, clone-like population that contributes to a sense of monotony and exhaustion. The presence of a limited number of characters, predominantly from a narrow demographic, enhances the eerie feeling of isolation and conformity on the island.
“The island's population is comprised of hundreds of silent and exhausted clones stemming from the same few individuals, creating an uncomfortable and unsettling atmosphere as you see the same person walk past your truck dozens of times per day.”
“Strictly segregated by socioeconomic class, the island population is comprised of hundreds of silent and exhausted clones stemming from the same 5 or 6 white people and one brown man in a gray suit, creating an uncomfortable and unsettling atmosphere as you see the same person walk past your truck dozens of times per day.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report a strong emotional experience, highlighting moments of both laughter and tears, indicating that the game effectively engages players on a deep emotional level.
“I laughed, I cried, I ran out of pretzels.”
