Mall Simulator

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Mall Simulator is a single player casual city builder game with a economy theme. It was developed by F13 Games and was released on November 3, 2025. It received positive reviews from players.

ROADMAP About the GameMall Simulator is a chill first-person simulation where you will experience a giant mall tycoon with various stores that you run yourself: Clothing ⚽ Sports Tech Toys Supermarket Cosmetics Cinema Burger Shop ️ Arcade Home Goods Game Store Bakery Jewelry Florist Sushi Bar Vending Machines ATMs …and so much more to explore in your mega mall! Design mat…

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88%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,105 reviews

gameplay28 positive mentions

grinding26 negative mentions

Adds variety and depth by managing an entire mall with multiple store types and services, combining many shop simulators in one.
Engaging and addictive gameplay loop with satisfying progression, diverse stores and decorations, and a relaxed yet strategic pace.
Active communication from the developer with ongoing updates (early access), featuring good core mechanics like AI staff aiding restocking and cashier duties.

Lacks automation and quality-of-life features; players must manually restock machines, bathrooms, and manage inventory for all stores, leading to tedious micromanagement.
Performance issues arise in mid-to-late game with frame drops and lag as mall size and customers increase, impacting playability and user experience.
Developer communication and update frequency have slowed significantly, raising concerns about the game being abandoned, with Christmas decorations remaining long after the holiday.

gameplay
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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57%
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The gameplay is generally described as intuitive, satisfying, and addictive, offering a smooth and engaging mall-building simulation experience with a rewarding progression loop. However, many reviews note issues such as repetitive mechanics, lack of depth in some systems, missing features, and technical bugs that affect polish and long-term engagement. Overall, while the core gameplay is fun and accessible, it would benefit greatly from expanded content, deeper mechanics, and stability improvements.
- “The progression system—centered around expanding stores and unlocking products—is engaging and keeps gameplay rewarding.”
- “The gameplay loop starts small, with a modest mall and limited funds, and gradually opens up as players reinvest profits into new shops, services, and expansions.”
- “It strikes a great balance between chill gameplay and strategic depth, making it easy to sink hours into without realizing it.”
- “It’s buggy, lacks content, and the gameplay loop lasts about 15 minutes before you realize there's nothing else to do.”
- “Gameplay loop is pretty much sell stuff so you can afford to buy more stuff, placement, items, none of that really matters.”
- “Once you get into the gameplay, you'll notice that all shops are practically the same thing.”
optimization
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
68%
15%
The game’s optimization is a major concern, with many users experiencing significant performance drops, stuttering, and lag especially in late-game and during busy mall periods, despite having capable hardware. While early access updates have improved load times and reduced some issues, further optimization, bug fixes, and stability improvements are urgently needed for smoother gameplay and scalability. Some players find the performance acceptable initially, but it often deteriorates as more customers and stores are added, impacting the overall experience.
- “Performance is solid, updates are consistent, and the level of detail F13 Games put into this world really shows.”
- “Add to that beautiful graphics, smooth performance with no screen tearing, and you’ve got a game that’s as easy on the eyes as it is fun to play.”
- “The concept is enjoyable, and the game runs smoothly.”
- “Overall, the game is very fun and has a strong foundation, but it urgently needs performance optimization, lag reduction, and bug fixes before adding new content.”
- “Constantly stuttering and FPS drops the second the mall gets customers, no graphic settings can fix this and CPU/GPU are not high usage either (5700X3D and 5070).”
- “At this point in the game I was pulling in over 200 customers a day and this was when the game suffered a dramatic drop in FPS along with intolerable, intermittent freezing/stuttering.”
graphics
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
61%
10%
The graphics receive mixed feedback, ranging from criticism of poor quality, use of AI-generated and stock assets, and recent graphical downgrades, to praise for clean, bright, smooth visuals that run well even on low settings. While some players desire higher-quality and more creative artwork, others appreciate the clear and polished look that complements the enjoyable gameplay. Overall, graphics are functional but could benefit from improvement to better match the game's potential.
- “The game runs smoothly, graphics are clear and bright and gameplay keeps you constantly interested.”
- “Add to that beautiful graphics, smooth performance with no screen tearing, and you’ve got a game that’s as easy on the eyes as it is fun to play.”
- “Everything feels so smooth and polished, the graphics are crisp, the sounds are fantastic, and the gameplay is incredibly satisfying.”
- “The graphics are pretty terrible.”
- “The graphics are horrible, the optimization is horrible and almost all the models are free models.”
- “Great game, but since the last update, the graphics took a way hit; looks way more bloomed out, hurts the eyes, can't play right now until the graphics go through a redone.”
grinding
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
3%
87%
Grinding is a prominent aspect of the game, with many players finding it both addictive and necessary for progression, though it becomes increasingly tedious and time-consuming at higher levels. Managing inventory and restocking numerous stores can feel repetitive and cumbersome, highlighting a desire for automation or more interactive elements during grind-heavy phases. Despite the grind, the game remains engaging for fans of simulation and management genres.
- “Maybe a little grindy. Would love to be able to hire stockers for the machines.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “It’s a great game until you get far into it, then it becomes tedious restocking each shop as items don’t sell equally and the tablet stock screen is useless.”
- “Restocking 50 various machines is super tedious.”
- “Only problem is how grindy it is in later levels.”
stability
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
Stability reviews for the game are mixed, with many users encountering bugs, glitches, and occasional freezes typical of early access titles. While some report frequent issues like crashes and sticky menus, others experience minimal problems and praise the developers' responsiveness to fixes. Overall, the game shows promise but requires further polish to improve stability.
- “The game runs great for early access, is family friendly, and my favorite aspect is the price point!”
- “This game is fantastic so far and runs great on Steam Deck.”
- “It's a fun game and runs great to a point.”
- “Game is a buggy mess made with AI-generated slop.”
- “It’s nearly February and the Christmas decorations are still up, the devs haven’t responded to any of the game’s many breaking glitches and bugs, and it’s just generally moribund.”
- “The whole idea is great, but after ending the day as the game progresses, the game freezes for a very long time and mostly just crashes, forcing me to close it. I hope this gets addressed.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music is highly praised, especially the catchy and well-liked intro and menu theme songs, though users consistently note the lack of in-game or mall music. Many suggest adding background music options, such as different genres, to enhance immersion during gameplay. Overall, the existing music is appreciated, but players desire more variety and atmosphere within the mall itself.
- “The game has a theme song with lyrics 10/10”
- “Very good simulator game (changed my life) and the intro song is fire”
- “Amazing mall simulator best one I've played so far, awesome music and graphics so much to do and manage I love simulators that keep you busy!”
- “The music on the loading screen gave me cancer.”
- “Was this game supposed to have music included in it?”
- “There is no music.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely appreciated for its funny parody brand names, goofy NPCs, and quirky animations like the dancing Santa. Players find it entertaining, lighthearted, and cleverly chaotic, with humor enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Some note the humor might pose potential challenges due to its close resemblance to real brands, but it remains a charming and enjoyable aspect.
- “The dancing Santa is hilarious.”
- “Fast paced, hilarious (me being a cashier) and absolutely brilliant.”
- “Great value for playtime and the parody brands are pretty funny.”
monetization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's monetization focuses heavily on passive income through various advertising options, vending machines, and parking fees, offering multiple revenue streams. While some players appreciate the balance and variety of these features, others feel the use of pre-made assets and AI artwork makes it feel like a cash grab. Overall, the advertising elements are well-integrated but could benefit from more impactful and diverse options.
- “Just a quick cash grab using pre-made assets and AI artwork, I think.”
- “I no longer recommend this game, as it seems to be a cash grab.”
- “The advertisement and parking lot don't feel significant enough to collect from but are neat.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game lacks a story, with multiple users confirming that there is no narrative or plot present.
- “No story”
- “No story”
- “Story-”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The game is praised for its strong replayability and longevity, offering an entertaining and stable experience. However, some users note that performance issues like lag currently affect playability but hope improvements will enhance its replay value further.
- “Overall, it’s a well-designed and entertaining game with great features and strong replay value.”
- “Yes, I recommend it. It's one of the most stable games with longevity and replayability I've come across thus far.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's mall atmosphere is well-crafted, with distinct stores and clean environments that effectively capture the setting without heavy hardware demands. While the concept and ambiance are engaging and enjoyable, performance issues currently detract from the overall experience.
- “Stores are distinct and readable, environments are clean, and the mall atmosphere is convincing without being demanding on hardware.”
- “I might be biased as I have always just liked the mall atmosphere, but still this game is a buy!”
- “The idea is awesome, and the atmosphere is fun.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express frustration with interruptions that break immersion, indicating a desire for more control over in-game interactions to maintain an emotional connection.