Office Management 101
- March 16, 2022
- tulevik.EU
- 4h median play time
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Reviews
- The game features charming pixel art and a nostalgic retro style that appeals to fans of classic management sims.
- It offers a fun and engaging gameplay loop with humorous elements, including quirky character interactions and amusing in-game content.
- The developer is responsive to community feedback and shows potential for future updates and improvements.
- The game feels abandoned, with a lack of updates and quality-of-life features, leading to frustration in gameplay.
- Many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, with unclear objectives and limited content.
- Micromanagement is excessive, making it tedious to manage employees and projects effectively.
- graphics17 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are primarily pixel art, evoking a nostalgic retro style reminiscent of late 90s games like "The Sims" and "Big Biz Tycoon." While some players appreciate the charming visuals and humor, others feel that the graphics could benefit from updates for clarity and improved gameplay experience. Overall, the pixel art style is a divisive aspect, appealing to fans of retro aesthetics but leaving some players wanting more modern enhancements.
“Graphics: stunning pixel art.”
“I believe it's really a little gem for fans of tycoon/sim games and it takes me back in time with its visuals and music.”
“The game has wonderful nostalgic visuals and has a fun management tycoon core.”
“Graphics could be and should be slightly better to make the gameplay easier, instead of trying to figure out what is that bunch of pixels.”
“Cheap pixelated graphics.”
“Graphics remind me of The Sims 1's late 90s graphics.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by engaging mechanics and project management elements, but is hindered by a lack of quality-of-life features and limited team customizability, leading to frustration in project completion. While the graphics are praised and some new mechanics are introduced, many players find the overall experience repetitive and generic compared to other tycoon games, with a desire for more challenging goals and content. The tutorial and demo map provide a glimpse into the gameplay loop, but the current offerings may not sustain long-term interest.
“Every core mechanic you could expect is there: employee needs, skill leveling; after all, it's work.”
“Good graphics and gameplay!”
“There is a tutorial and one scenario/demo map, where you can experience the main gameplay loop for an hour and fulfill a list of goals related to that.”
“I got bored with the same generic gameplay I’ve seen in every other tycoon game.”
“I can’t be arsed to sit through the current gameplay to witness those Oscar-worthy moments.”
“Gameplay: so, you just do contract work for random companies?”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game receives a mixed reception, with some praising its clever wordplay and quirky character designs, while others find it lacking in originality and effectiveness. Although it attempts to satirize the corporate world with slapstick elements and surreal humor, many players feel it falls short, describing the humor as more annoying than entertaining. Overall, it garners an average rating of three out of five whoopee cushions.
“Excellent humorous wordplay in the surreal newspapers, goofy object descriptions, and character quirks.”
“Funny newsletters: the game features about 10-15 newsletters that rotate as time goes on.”
“Poking fun at the corporate world, the game features quirky characters, slapstick humor, and unexpected events in a cheerful and detailed capitalist dystopia.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; some players appreciate the fitting elevator music that enhances the dystopian atmosphere and evokes nostalgia for classic tycoon games, while others find the sound and music to be generic and lacking in originality.
“I believe it's really a little gem for fans of tycoon/sim games and it takes me back in time with its visuals and music.”
“Gives me old Bullfrog Theme Hospital vibes a bit in the way some of the newspaper articles are written and the music.”
“With the dystopian capitalism vibes, it's all too fitting to have elevator music throughout your stay.”
“[*] sound/music: generic sound and music.”
“[*] sound/music: generic sound and music.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express disappointment with the grinding aspect, noting that after investing extra time to earn money, it felt redundant since they had already obtained all necessary items.
“After spending additional time grinding for money, which became redundant as I had already acquired everything, it left me feeling disappointed.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
“I found myself repeating the same tasks over and over, which turned the gameplay into a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by a gentle charm that creates a relaxing experience, despite some clunky building and placement mechanics. Players feel engaged without the stress of traditional work, enhancing the overall enjoyment.
“Some building and placement can be clunky, but it has a gentle charm and atmosphere that makes playing this relaxing and never feels like actual un-fun work.”
