Retail Company Simulator
- August 6, 2024
- Business Tycoon
Get on Steam"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.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features an intuitive and user-friendly interface, making it easy to manage inventory and set prices efficiently.
- Frequent updates from the developer show a commitment to improving the game based on player feedback, enhancing the overall experience.
- The gameplay is relaxing and addictive, providing a satisfying sense of progression as players grow their store and manage various business processes.
- The game can feel repetitive and lacks depth, especially at higher levels, leading to a grind without significant rewards.
- Some gameplay mechanics, such as the slow leveling system and AI behavior, can be frustrating and hinder the overall experience.
- There are issues with organization and clarity in certain features, such as warehouse management and the effectiveness of hired staff.
- gameplay6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay is straightforward and user-friendly, focusing on simple mechanics like buying and displaying clothes, which prevents it from becoming overly complex. However, players find it repetitive and lacking in customization options, with some noting graphics glitches during transactions. Overall, while the core gameplay is functional, it feels sparse compared to competitors.
“Gameplay is not obnoxious; it doesn't make you stop.”
“In terms of gameplay, the game has a very user-friendly and straightforward interface.”
“The gameplay is fine, but I've noticed there are some graphics glitches primarily when taking a card payment.”
“I liked the management of the licenses with logos that recall famous brands; however, 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.”
“So insofar as the core game mechanic goes, it's pretty simple: buy clothes from a distributor, set up displays, stock the displays.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their impressive detail and vibrant atmosphere, creating a lively environment with animated customers and butterflies. However, some users have reported occasional glitches, particularly during card payment interactions. Overall, the visuals are considered among the best in simulation games, enhancing the immersive experience of managing a department store.
“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.”
“The graphics are pretty good in detail, and the area in front of the store does have life with customers walking around and butterflies flying.”
“The gameplay is fine, but I've noticed there are some graphics glitches primarily when taking a card payment.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall atmosphere. However, it is noted to be quite repetitive, which detracts from the experience for some players.
“Quite relaxing music playing in the game, although it is quite repetitive!”
“Enjoyable music”
“The music is quite relaxing, although it is quite repetitive!”
“Also, the music is repetitive!”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, the optimization is generally well-received, with most users noting good performance despite minor lag issues. However, some criticism arises from repetitive character models and occasional visual inconsistencies, such as awkwardly rendered hands.
“For me, the optimization is good with a tiny bit of lag.”
“Optimization is great; nothing is hard to look at other than some rinse-and-repeat models of the customers that walk in, and some have weird hands, like they took the hands from another 3D model and put them on most customer models.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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 the dialogue is top-notch, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
“I couldn't stop laughing at the quirky character interactions and the clever puns throughout the game.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
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.”
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is effectively supported by its tutorial modes and quests, which serve as an excellent introduction for beginners, helping them to engage with the narrative from the outset.
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly when moving large quantities of goods into the warehouse. It is recommended to use a small cart or carry multiple cartons simultaneously to streamline the process and reduce the repetitive nature of the task.
“It is recommended to launch a small cart or carry multiple cartons at a time, because more and more goods are ordered as the game progresses, and it becomes very tedious to move dozens of goods into the warehouse one by one.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally acceptable, but players 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.”
