Music Store Simulator

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Music Store Simulator is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Crystalia Games and was released on July 24, 2023. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Music Store Simulator is a game where you run a musical instruments manufacturing company, creating and selling custom instruments to meet customer requests. As your business grows, you can upgrade tools, expand your workshop, and even add your own designed instrument to your personal collection. The ultimate goal is to build a successful and reputable brand in the music industry."

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66%

Audience ScoreBased on 148 reviews

music6 positive mentions

grinding8 negative mentions

The game has a lot of potential and offers a detailed and realistic experience of building guitars.
The graphics are impressive, and the developers are active in the community, showing commitment to improving the game.
It's a fun and relaxing simulator for musicians, providing a unique opportunity to create instruments without the costs associated with real-life building.

The game feels incomplete and has significant bugs, including issues with parts availability and gameplay mechanics that can lead to frustrating experiences.
There has been a lack of communication and updates from the developers, leading to concerns about the game's future and whether it may be abandoned.
The gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth, with a misleading title that suggests a broader experience than what is currently offered.

music
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
72%
11%
The music aspect of "Music Store Simulator" has received mixed reviews, with many praising the quality of the music and the comforting studio atmosphere, while others criticize the game's misleading title and lack of variety in instruments. Players appreciate the detailed models and innovative concept but feel that the focus on instrument building overshadows the idea of running a music store. Overall, while the game shows potential, it may not fully satisfy those expecting a true music store experience.
- “The models look good and well detailed, the music is great, the studio feels comforting to be in, and the graphics are amazing!”
- “As a guitarist and a big music lover, I absolutely love this game.”
- “Overall, I would definitely recommend this game to everyone, especially if you're a musician.”
- “Assembling was boring; the game lacks in instruments to call it a 'music store.'”
- “This is not a music store simulator but a tedious build-a-guitar game.”
- “Title is misleading; you mainly build instruments, not really running a music store.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
31%
14%
The gameplay is generally seen as functional and entertaining, offering a relaxed experience for players interested in guitar building, though it can feel repetitive and somewhat confusing. While the mechanics show promise and the game has potential for improvement, many players express a desire for a more varied approach, such as owning a music store instead of focusing on fulfilling NPC requests. Overall, it provides several hours of enjoyment, but some aspects may need refinement to enhance the overall experience.
- “Really like the concept and initial stages of the gameplay so far - very relaxed and a nice game to play if you just want to relax and build some guitars!”
- “As it is now, this game is good for at least several hours of gameplay, I'm probably going to play more after this review.”
- “At the time of writing this review, there are some features not yet implemented but it's not stuff that would interfere with the core gameplay, there is enough here to have some fun and the core gameplay is all there, so I'd say it's worth the money.”
- “Not a fan of this mechanic at all.”
- “The game follows a PC building simulator mechanic, and I wish I could just luthier guitars rather than be time-crunched on other NPCs' builds.”
- “The mechanics and gameplay were a little confusing to me.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
16%
17%
Overall, the graphics in the game are highly praised for their quality and detail, with many users noting the smooth lighting and well-designed models. However, some players express disappointment over the absence of basic graphics settings, especially considering the game is in early access. Despite this, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's enjoyable atmosphere.
- “The models look good and well detailed, the music is great, the studio feels comforting to be in, and the graphics are amazing!”
- “Fun game with amazing graphics.”
- “The light works very well and the graphics are smooth.”
- “I know this game is an early access title, but this is no excuse for lacking the most basic graphics settings.”
grinding
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly when it comes to stringing and tuning guitars, which can feel repetitive. However, despite this grindiness, many still enjoy the overall experience, appreciating the game's fun elements.
- “Overall, in its current setting, it's a pleasant game but is very grindy.”
- “This is not a music store simulator but a tedious build-a-guitar game.”
- “Stringing and tuning guitars can be a little tedious and annoying, but I suppose it is in real life as well.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is enjoyable but suffers from notable bugs and glitches, which are common in early access titles. While some players find it worth playing despite these issues, the stability remains a concern.
- “If you're absolutely dying to get your hands on it now, I'd say it's worth picking it up; however, there are some frustrating glitches that are to be expected with any game that releases in early access.”
story
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The story aspect of the game is enhanced by personalized client emails and the inclusion of narrative elements in commissions, adding depth and engagement to the overall experience.
- “Client emails could include personalized messages, and commissions could have a story.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express a desire for improved replayability, particularly through enhancements to deck mechanics, indicating that current gameplay may feel limited and could benefit from further development.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is noted to be functional and entertaining, though some reviewers feel it could benefit from further development to enhance its depth and variety.
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game involves various elements such as upgrades, courses, and advertisements, providing players with multiple goals to pursue. Currently, the selection of instruments is limited to a few acoustic and electric guitar models, but there are plans to expand this selection with additional types and amplifiers in the future.