Pawn Simulator
- August 7, 2024
- Editmode
- 2h median play time
Get on SteamIn Pawn Simulator, manage your second-hand shop in Detroit, honing your trading skills to find profitable items and outshine competitors. Customize your shop's design, and engage in thrilling warehouse wars for unique inventory. Your journey to becoming a trading tycoon starts now!
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has a fun and engaging concept, allowing players to negotiate and buy items at bargain prices, which can be very satisfying.
- The developers are responsive and actively working on bug fixes, showing a commitment to improving the game over time.
- Despite its issues, many players find the game addictive and enjoyable, with a variety of items and gameplay mechanics that keep them engaged.
- The game is plagued with numerous bugs that significantly hinder gameplay, making it unplayable for many users.
- Players have reported frustrating mechanics, such as items falling through the floor and issues with the control system, which detract from the overall experience.
- The game lacks sufficient content and polish, leading to repetitive gameplay and a feeling that it is still in an unfinished state.
- stability10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 90 % negative mentions
The game is widely criticized for its instability, with numerous reports of severe bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as unresponsive controls and difficulty in navigation. Many users recommend waiting for updates before purchasing, as the developers seem to be prioritizing new features over essential bug fixes. While some players acknowledge the game's potential and the developers' efforts, the overall consensus is that it remains largely unplayable in its current state.
“I've been playing since closed beta; it's still not bug-free, but the team is actively working on it.”
“The game runs smoothly with minimal crashes, which is impressive for an online title.”
“I appreciate how the developers prioritize stability, ensuring a consistent experience for players.”
“Game is buggy as hell, unplayable for me.”
“Awful control system, buggy. Wait for updates before purchasing this.”
“Original review: it's still buggy and the dev is already quickly talking about moving past bug fix updates and looking at extra languages and other less important things.”
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the pawnshop simulator has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the unnecessary hunger mechanic that disrupts the experience and leads to repetitive tasks. While the variety of unique items adds engagement, many feel the gameplay becomes monotonous over time, and recent updates have introduced control issues and mechanical problems that detract from the overall experience.
“The variety of items is impressive, with some truly unique finds that make the gameplay even more engaging.”
“I've shared a gameplay video on my YouTube channel, mjkhplays, if you want to check it out.”
“It's supposed to be a pawnshop simulator, not a survival game mixed with a pawn shop. They added a hunger mechanic, which I think is dumb. You're constantly going to the food shop to eat, and I mean constantly. Adding this mechanic ruined the game completely. They haven't updated the game since September. I wanted to like this game, but after that, it completely ruined the gameplay for me.”
“It would benefit from some more items, because the gameplay does become a bit same-y after a while.”
“Now that the game is released, it seems to have gone backwards. Controls have become janky, and the game itself has issues with the mechanics working properly.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is seen as a promising concept that can be entertaining when executed well, but many players find it ultimately falls flat, leading to boredom despite initial expectations of fun.
“Fantastic idea on paper; obviously, it's on the Unity engine, so things are going to be a little weird, but that's fine and even funny when done right.”
“The problem is, funny enough, the reason I gave it a positive review last time.”
“It looked like a funny game, and I was bored.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics received mixed feedback, with some users noting that the visual design could be improved, particularly in how items interact with their surroundings, as the current setup can appear unappealing when items overlap with shelves.
“Great game, but the space between the shelves needs to reflect the type of items you're buying. It doesn't look aesthetically pleasing when the items cut into the shelves themselves.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization of the game is widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with users expressing frustration over its lack of polish and overall quality, even in early access.
“This is a garbage cash grab.”
“I could forgive a lack of polish and small bugs from a player doing something a bit strange, but even in early access, the game is a disaster; it's just a rushed cash grab.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The game features no story, focusing instead on gameplay mechanics or other elements.
“The game lacks any meaningful story, leaving players feeling disconnected.”
“There is virtually no narrative to engage with, making the experience feel hollow.”
“The absence of a coherent story makes it difficult to invest in the characters or the world.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players report that recent optimizations have significantly enhanced the game's performance, resulting in a smoother and more enjoyable experience.
“The game now runs smoothly, and the improvements have made it even more enjoyable.”
“The optimization updates have significantly enhanced performance, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.”
“I appreciate how the developers have focused on optimization; it really makes a difference in gameplay.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be heartwarming, evoking strong feelings of warmth and connection throughout the experience.
“The story was incredibly heartwarming, leaving me with a sense of hope and joy.”
“I felt a deep emotional connection to the characters, their struggles resonated with my own experiences.”
“The game beautifully captures the essence of love and loss, making every moment feel profoundly impactful.”
