Repair this!

About

"Repair this!" is a satirical game based on 20 years of repair service experience, where you interact with customers' personal data and face consequences for your actions. Run a workshop, buy phones, and sell parts for profit, while making choices that can impact the city's inhabitants and uncovering secrets as a government spy. Help solve the food crisis and more, but remember - every decision may have unexpected outcomes.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 166 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

replayability4 negative mentions

The game features fun cartoon aesthetics and a variety of pop culture references that keep the experience entertaining.
Gameplay is engaging with choices that impact the story, providing a sense of replayability despite its short length.
It's a casual and relaxing game that offers humorous scenarios and interesting character interactions.

The English translation has several flaws, which can be distracting and affect the overall experience.
The game is relatively short, leaving players wanting more content and an endless mode to extend gameplay.
Customer interactions can become repetitive, and some balancing events can feel frustrating and unpredictable.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
72%
9%
The gameplay is characterized by a simple yet engaging mechanic that revolves around helping customers, reminiscent of "Papers, Please," and offers a chill experience despite a steep initial learning curve. While the game features only one core mechanic, it effectively maintains player engagement and introduces meaningful choices that enhance replayability. However, some players may find the brief tutorial and limited mechanics lacking depth compared to more expansive titles.
- “The gameplay is simple - you help one customer after another until the day ends.”
- “The choices you make seem to have a direct impact on the gameplay, adding a layer of depth and replayability.”
- “Despite some minor issues with the tutorial and dialogue, the engaging gameplay and the developer’s dedication make it a worthwhile experience.”
- “The game has only 1 mechanic based around narrative, and because it's not interesting, there is nothing else left in the game.”
- “This game has literally 1 mechanic, but yet it's keeping you busy and imposes pace.”
- “It might be challenging for some players to get a handle on the mechanics initially, especially if you take your time to learn new systems.”
story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The game's story is praised for its engaging and varied storylines, humor, and replayability, with players enjoying the impact of their choices and pop culture references. However, some reviewers feel that the narrative lacks depth and becomes repetitive by mid-game, leading to a desire for a longer and more substantial storyline. Overall, while the story offers enjoyable moments, it may not sustain interest throughout the entire gameplay experience.
- “It was interesting to see how the story unfolds depending on my choices, and the pop culture references are sure to make you smile.”
- “I beat it after a couple of tries and came back a couple of months later to try a new storyline or just do things differently.”
- “I do like it though, a near perfect one-hand-click don't-think-too-much relaxer with nicely worked out storylines, good humor, nice stylized graphics, and a fair bit of replayability.”
- “There is no story, nothing to play for, and really the game is just boring.”
- “It feels to me like the story and side quests are over by the mid game, so it's just repetitive play until the end.”
- “Based on the other reviews, they also wish that the story is longer.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The game's graphics feature a charming cartoonish aesthetic that evokes nostalgia for 90s and early 2000s point-and-click games. Players appreciate the stylized visuals and humorous character designs, which enhance the overall gameplay experience and complement the engaging storylines.
- “First impression, this game reminds me of early 2000s browser games with its art style and goofy character dialogs, I love it!”
- “The game boasts a cartoony art style reminiscent of older point-and-click games from the 90s and early 2000s.”
- “This nostalgic aesthetic complements the core gameplay, which revolves around examining and interacting with various objects.”
- “First impression, this game reminds me of early 2000s browser games with its art style and goofy character dialogs.”
music
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
25%
25%
The music in the game is praised for its chill and enjoyable vibe, with a notable feature being the interactive boombox that allows players to change tracks easily. Reviewers particularly appreciate the lofi music and the overall energetic atmosphere it creates, enhancing the gaming experience without needing to navigate through settings.
- “Another fun little detail is that the music comes from a boombox in your shop.”
- “I loved the choice of music and the fact that you could access it in-game without having to go through the settings.”
- “The music and people are just an energy you can feel.”
- “Special kudos for the lofi music and cute 2D girls.”
- “You can click on it to change the tape, stop the music, or fast forward to the next track.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
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40%
The game offers a mix of replayability, with choices impacting gameplay and multiple endings available, suggesting potential for exploration. However, some users feel that while it provides a relaxing experience, it may not have high replay value overall.
- “There are multiple endings, although I only experienced one, hinting at a good replay value for those who wish to explore different paths.”
- “I do like it though, a near perfect one-hand-click don't-think-too-much relaxer with nicely worked out storylines, good humor, nice stylized graphics, and a fair bit of replayability.”
- “It also means that there is not much replayability.”
- “Overall definitely recommend, had a nice time, but probably not super replayable.”
- “The choices you make seem to have a direct impact on the gameplay, adding a layer of depth and replayability.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, featuring a blend of hilarious and creepy character stories, as well as a satirical take on contemporary issues like privacy and data safety. Players appreciate the abundance of funny pop culture references and easter eggs, contributing to a cozy and enjoyable atmosphere. Overall, the humor is a standout aspect that enhances the gaming experience.
- “Is a humorous point & click simulation, and is meant to be a satire on an issue that is especially relevant in today’s world - privacy and data safety.”
- “There were a lot of funny easter eggs, and I enjoyed the chilled vibe of the game.”
- “Nice cozy game with a great sense of humor and lots of easter eggs.”