Music Store Simulator

About

"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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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

66%

Audience ScoreBased on 79 reviews

music4 positive mentions

grinding6 negative mentions

The game has a unique concept that allows players to build and customize guitars, providing a relaxing and engaging experience for music lovers.
The graphics and detail in the models of the instruments are impressive, enhancing the overall aesthetic of the game.
The developers have shown commitment to the game's future by being active in the community and promising updates, which gives hope for improvements and additional content.

The game appears to be abandoned, with no updates or communication from the developers since April 2024, leading to frustration among players.
Many features and instruments that were promised are still missing, and the gameplay can feel repetitive and grindy due to limited content.
There are numerous bugs and gameplay mechanics that are frustrating, such as issues with parts acquisition and the tediousness of certain tasks, which detract from the overall enjoyment.

music
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
70%
13%
The music aspect of "Music Store Simulator" has received mixed reviews, with players appreciating the detailed graphics and comforting studio atmosphere, but criticizing the game's focus on instrument assembly rather than running a music store. While musicians find potential in the concept and express a desire for features like music composition, many feel the title is misleading as it leans more towards an instrument-building simulator than a true music store experience. Overall, it appeals primarily to guitar enthusiasts and music lovers, though some players found the in-game music too chill and opted to play their own.
- “As a guitarist and a big music lover, I absolutely love this game.”
- “An innovative experience into the art of manufacturing and repairing musical instruments.”
- “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
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The gameplay is generally described as relaxing and functional, with a focus on building guitars, but it can also feel grindy and repetitive. While some players appreciate the mechanics and potential for fun, others find the gameplay lacks variety and can be confusing. Overall, the game offers several hours of entertainment, though improvements could enhance the 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.”
- “The gameplay can feel very grindy and repetitive at times, though I find that aspect of it very relaxing. I think the models for the guitars are nice and the UI isn't very hard to learn.”
- “Not a fan of this mechanic at all.”
- “The game follows a PC building simulator mechanic and I wish I could just customize guitars rather than be time-crunched on other NPC's builds.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, often comparing it to real-life tasks that can be annoying. While some appreciate the relaxing nature of the grind and enjoy the overall gameplay, many agree that it can detract from the experience, making it feel more like a tedious simulator than an engaging game.
- “Just like real life, it's annoying, tedious, slow, and very tedious.”
- “The gameplay can feel very grindy and repetitive at times, though I find that aspect of it very relaxing.”
- “This is not a music store simulator, but a tedious build-a-guitar game.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
17%
17%
Overall, the graphics of the game are highly praised for their quality and detail, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. While many users appreciate the smooth lighting and aesthetics, some express disappointment over the absence of basic graphics settings, especially considering its early access status.
- “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.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game presents an intriguing concept but suffers from significant bugs and glitches, which are common in early access titles. While it remains enjoyable, players should be prepared for a less stable experience, with some issues likely persisting without resolution.
- “With that said, it's a pretty cool concept, though it is still buggy and will never be fixed.”
- “Fun game, albeit buggy.”
- “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
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Reviewers suggest that the story aspect could be enhanced by incorporating personalized messages in client emails and developing a narrative for commissions, which would add depth and engagement to the overall experience.
- “The client emails are filled with personalized messages that add depth to the narrative.”
- “The commissions are not just tasks; they come with their own engaging stories that enhance the overall experience.”
- “The storytelling in this game is immersive, making every interaction feel meaningful and connected.”
- “The client emails lack any sense of personalization, making the story feel flat and unengaging.”
- “The commissions could have benefited from a more developed narrative to enhance the overall experience.”
- “The story feels disjointed and fails to connect the various elements in a meaningful way.”
replayability
1 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 additional features or content.
- “I hope the devs are able to get around to making it more playable with the deck.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
While the gameplay is functional and entertaining, it lacks emotional depth and variety, suggesting that further development could enhance the overall emotional experience for players.
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization aspect of the game involves various elements like upgrades and advertisements, but currently offers a limited selection of instruments, primarily a few models of acoustic and electric guitars, with plans for future expansions including more instrument types and amplifiers.
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
- “I feel like I'm constantly being pushed to buy in-game currency just to keep up with the competition.”
- “The limited selection of instruments and the reliance on microtransactions really detracts from the overall experience.”