My Recycling Center

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In "My Recycling Center," design and manage your own waste facility, handling unloading, sorting, and compacting of various trash types. Experience authentic garbage compactor animations, realistic machines, and real-time destruction physics. Earn cash and satisfaction, unlock new trash types, customize your yard, and clean containers with a pressure washer. With over 450 different trash objects, it offers endless recycling fun!

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Play Modes

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

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 332 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

stability14 negative mentions

The game is relaxing and enjoyable, making it a great way to unwind.
It features a satisfying gameplay loop with interesting object physics and a variety of items to sort.
The developer is actively releasing updates and has potential for future improvements.

The game is plagued with bugs and performance issues, including lag and crashes during gameplay.
There is a lack of content in the base game, and the introduction of paid DLC feels like a cash grab.
Gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited challenges and a frustrating autosave feature.

gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally described as minimal and meditative, appealing to players who enjoy casual, manual tasks without pressure. However, it suffers from numerous bugs and optimization issues that detract from the experience, leading to frustration and a lack of immersion. While some players appreciate the smooth mechanics and ongoing updates, many express a desire for more substantial content and improvements to core gameplay features.
- “The gameplay is great albeit quite short.”
- “It's fun and gameplay is smooth.”
- “"My Recycling Center" offers a meditative gameplay experience that hits the mark for players seeking a game focused on manual tasks without the need for deep thought.”
- “There are lots of bugs in this game, and a few of them are quite game-breaking in the negative sense in that they ruin the gameplay experience.”
- “Next to that, it is unoptimized and clunky, two things that influence the gameplay.”
- “I was going to make a positive review, based on the fact that the devs are pushing updates really hard and that the game represents a neat idea, but it seems that they are only pushing updates on new types of trash and containers, not working on fixing basic gameplay issues.”
stability
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with some players reporting minor bugs and occasional freezing during loading, while others have experienced no significant issues. Overall, while there are glitches present, they are generally not game-breaking and do not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment. Players who prefer a slower-paced experience may find the stability acceptable, though those seeking a smoother gameplay experience might be disappointed.
- “The game freezes up when this loading process kicks in.”
- “Game is very buggy, and is only good for about 7 or 8 hours with no replay value.”
- “This freezes your game and you cannot do anything until it saves.”
graphics
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are generally considered decent for an indie simulation game, with a clear indication of its indie roots and a rating around 7/10. While they lack high-detail textures, the visuals are satisfactory for players who prioritize gameplay over graphical fidelity. Overall, the graphics complement the game's mechanics, including effective physics and useful tools like wheelbarrows and carts.
- “The graphics are decent for a sim game but don’t expect high detailed textures.”
- “Graphics are decent, physics are actually great, and you do get a wheelbarrow or a cart to haul stuff in, so you don't have to do everything one by one.”
- “The graphics are decent for a sim game, but don’t expect high detailed textures.”
- “The developers fixed most of my initial grievances, so now I can unconditionally recommend it for people who enjoy this kind of gameplay and don't place too much emphasis on high-quality graphics.”
monetization
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has been widely criticized, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" due to the frequent release of paid DLCs that should have been included in the base game. Players express disappointment over the lack of meaningful updates since early access, leading to a perception that the game prioritizes profit over player experience. Overall, the consensus is to avoid purchasing the game due to its exploitative monetization practices.
- “This game had potential, but it became a major cash grab.”
- “Bought this when it was still in early access; nothing changed in the few weeks, and now they are just pumping out paid DLCs that should honestly be part of the base game. It's nothing but a cash grab, stay away.”
- “If the content was put into the game as an update, it would be a very good game, but unfortunately, it looks like it's just turned into another cash grab.”
optimization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant optimization issues, resulting in a clunky experience that detracts from overall gameplay enjoyment. Players report frequent stuttering and crashes, alongside poorly optimized sound, which collectively hinder immersion and fun.
- “The game is unoptimized and clunky, which significantly influences the gameplay.”
- “The sound is not optimized at all.”
- “I felt far too frustrated while playing the game, even though I was only 2 hours in, due to constant stuttering and crashing.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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67%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be slow and tedious, requiring significant time investment to achieve goals like a 100% clean container. However, some enjoy this repetitive gameplay style, indicating that it appeals to those who appreciate grind-heavy experiences.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It feels slow and tedious to get to a 100% clean container.”
- “Obviously, it's a repetitive, grindy type game.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that there is no story present in the game, suggesting a lack of narrative depth or engagement.
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has significant bugs and offers limited replayability, providing only about 7 to 8 hours of gameplay before losing its appeal.
- “The game is very buggy and is only good for about 7 or 8 hours with no replay value.”