Retail Company Simulator

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"Retail Company Simulator" is a first-person simulation game where you manage a retail company, starting from a small store and expanding it into a huge retail chain. Your responsibilities include signing contracts with leading brands, ordering products, setting prices, and managing customers' needs. As you level up and expand your store, you can hire new teammates and increase your product portfolio to satisfy your customers' demands. Always be aware of market prices to make smart purchasing decisions and keep your customers happy.

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Play Modes

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

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 141 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

grinding7 negative mentions

The game is highly addictive and offers a relaxing experience for players who enjoy simulation games.
The developer is very responsive to community feedback and frequently updates the game with new features and improvements.
The user interface is intuitive, allowing players to easily manage inventory, pricing, and store operations.

The gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, especially at higher levels where progression slows down significantly.
There are some bugs and issues with AI pathfinding and stock management that can disrupt the gameplay experience.
The character models and animations are often criticized for being awkward and lacking realism.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
67%
17%
The gameplay of the retail company simulator is characterized by a straightforward and user-friendly interface, focusing on a repetitive loop of buying and selling clothing while managing stock. While the core mechanics are simple and enjoyable, some players find the gameplay sparse and lacking in customization options, leading to a grindy experience. Overall, the game has evolved positively since its release, offering solid gameplay for its price, despite some graphical glitches and awkward animations.
- “Gameplay is not obnoxious; it doesn't make you stop.”
- “It's a valid concession for the sake of gameplay, and I'm glad they made it - if you had to manage sizing along with raw quantity, the game would become far too complex to be fun.”
- “In terms of gameplay, the game has a very user-friendly and straightforward interface.”
- “I find the gameplay sparse and very repetitive; the possibility of customizing the shop is missing (with accessories/mannequins/mirrors/lights/floor colors/wall paintings, etc.). Today it is still immature and far below its main competitor in terms of functionality.”
- “The gameplay is fine, but I've noticed there are some graphics glitches primarily when taking a card payment.”
- “Gameplay revolves around a loop of buying clothes and footwear, selling them at the recommended price or whatever you want, managing your stock, and keeping an eye out for changing prices. Customers will moan and leave if you don't have what they want sometimes.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
36%
21%
The graphics in the game are generally well-received, with many players noting good detail and a lively atmosphere, including animated customers and environmental elements like butterflies. While some reviewers mention minor glitches and a lack of variety in character models, the overall visual presentation is considered solid for a simulation game, complementing the engaging gameplay. However, there are suggestions for improvement, particularly in expanding the range of clothing options and enhancing the graphical fidelity.
- “The graphics and the game atmosphere are extremely impressive; I really felt like I was managing a big department store.”
- “The game's visuals are very good, one of the best I have seen for a simulation game. I love the fact that the expansions are different and harder to get, which means you're forced to play for long periods of time.”
- “Let’s start with the look of the game: the graphics are good and everything ran smoothly with the highest settings possible. The people do have a tendency of looking a bit samey, and you can tell they have been copied and pasted a few times with different outfits. I don't mind this, and it's understandable why the developer would limit this due to memory and performance reasons.”
- “Graphics could always be better, but the main focus of the game is not to look good, so I understand the developers are content with the way it looks.”
- “While graphics, sound, and art style may not be RCS's forte, luckily the gameplay is.”
- “The gameplay is fine, but I've noticed there are some graphics glitches primarily when taking a card payment.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be significant, with many hours spent on repetitive tasks, particularly in managing a clothing store. While some updates have improved the experience by reducing the grind and making gameplay feel more fluid, the core nature of the game remains grindy, which may not appeal to everyone. Customization options for the store are also noted as a desired feature to enhance engagement.
- “But before you buy, you must know this game might be a repetitive and grindy game, so make sure that you are okay with that kind of game because we spend a lot of time only in the store; there are no other activities other than managing our own clothing store.”
- “Retail company simulator is grindy for sure, but which simulator game isn't!”
- “It is recommended to launch a small cart or to carry multiple cartons at a time, because more and more goods are ordered at a time after the game, and it is very tedious to move dozens of goods into the warehouse one by one.”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
43%
Overall, the optimization of the game is generally praised, with most players reporting smooth performance and good graphics even at high settings. Some minor issues, such as occasional lag and repetitive character models, are noted, but they do not significantly detract from the overall experience. Players appreciate the solid optimization that allows for an immersive retail management experience.
- “Retail company simulator is a solid entry in the simulation genre, the game delivers exactly what it promises: a well-rounded and immersive retail management experience that runs smoothly.”
- “It is a good simulator game, surprisingly this game has good optimization, it runs well.”
- “Let’s start with the look of the game, graphics are good and everything ran smoothly with the highest settings possible; the people do have a tendency of looking 'a bit samey' and you can tell they have been copied and pasted a few times with different outfits. I don't mind this and it's understandable why the dev would limit this due to memory and performance reasons.”
- “The game runs well on high settings, but the character models look a bit too similar, suggesting they were copied and pasted with different outfits. I understand the limitations due to memory and performance, but it detracts from the overall experience.”
- “While the graphics are impressive, the optimization leaves much to be desired. There are noticeable frame drops in busy areas, which can be frustrating during gameplay.”
- “Despite the game's visual appeal, the optimization issues are hard to ignore. Frequent stuttering and long loading times disrupt the flow and immersion.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The music in the game is described as relaxing but repetitive, contributing to a somewhat lifeless atmosphere. While it provides a pleasant background, many users feel it lacks variety and depth, with basic sound effects that could be enhanced for a more immersive experience. Overall, the music is enjoyable but could benefit from more diversity and interaction.
- “Quite relaxing music playing in the game, although it is quite repetitive!”
- “Enjoyable music”
- “Sound and music is okay with a bit of background.”
- “Also, the music is repetitive!”
- “Completely lifeless, and the music isn't much better.”
- “Sound and music is okay with a bit of background, but very basic sound effects for the till like scanning and cash register. A bit of chat from the customers would have been nice; the ability to say hi or thank the customer would have been good.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the humor in the game particularly enjoyable, highlighting the amusing brand name swaps and the entertaining NPCs that add a comedic touch to the experience.
- “The brand name swaps are hilarious, to be honest, and so are the NPCs in-game (you'll see).”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing.”
- “I love how the game doesn't take itself too seriously, with funny scenarios and quirky characters that always bring a smile.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The monetization aspect of the game includes options for players to invest in advertising, such as billboards and TV spots, allowing for enhanced visibility and promotion within the game environment.
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game advertising.”
- “I find it frustrating that the game pushes players to invest in advertising options like billboards and TV spots.”
- “The ability to spend money on advertising detracts from the overall experience, making it feel more like a cash grab than a game.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's graphics and atmosphere are highly praised, creating an immersive experience that convincingly simulates the management of a large department store.
- “The graphics and the game atmosphere are extremely impressive; I really felt like I was managing a big department store.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's story is effectively supported by well-designed tutorial modes and quests, making it accessible and engaging for beginners.
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Overall, while the gameplay is generally stable, users have reported occasional graphics glitches, particularly during card payment transactions.
- “The gameplay is fine, but I've noticed there are some graphics glitches, primarily when taking a card payment.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress.”
- “I've experienced several instances of lag and freezing, which disrupts the overall experience.”