Retale

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In Retale, become a master of customer service by managing time and resources to stock shelves and keep customers happy. Use your airhorn and quick thinking to quell complaints and avoid "leaving to pursue other opportunities." Navigate the sales floor, discover secrets, and aim for Employee of the Month, all while dealing with the store's regulars and their demands.

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

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 130 reviews

story4 positive mentions

monetization2 negative mentions

The game is fun and offers a unique perspective on working in retail, with engaging gameplay and cute graphics.
It has a good balance between challenging and enjoyable gameplay, making it addictive and entertaining.
The story is interesting with alternate endings, and the game includes a variety of tasks and achievements to keep players engaged.

There are some bugs and issues with the menu and guidance, making it difficult for players to navigate and understand certain mechanics.
The game can be stressful, especially for beginners, and some players feel that the tutorial could be more detailed.
The gameplay may feel lacking in depth for some, with a desire for more polish and content to enhance the overall experience.

story
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
56%
19%
The game's story is engaging and features cool characters, with a decently short main story that can be completed in about a day. Players appreciate the inclusion of alternate endings and the additional modes unlocked after finishing the story, although some have reported bugs affecting gameplay. Overall, the narrative is considered fun and adds to the overall experience.
- “The characters are cool and the story is really fun!”
- “The story is cool and has alternate endings (most of which I'm still finding) and the infinite cashier mode is surprisingly fun.”
- “There is a story mode that is decently short, and once you complete it you unlock more modes to keep you busy.”
- “It took me a full day to beat the main story.”
- “Also, there is a bug where once you complete a day in story mode it kicks you out and you have to join back in.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
50%
17%
The gameplay is described as a mix of fun and stress, featuring simple yet entertaining mechanics with a variety of tasks. However, some players feel it lacks depth and that certain beginner mechanics, such as dealing with shoplifting, need clearer explanations in the tutorial. Overall, the gameplay is complemented by an excellent soundtrack.
- “The gameplay is simple yet entertaining, with a variety of tasks to keep you busy.”
- “Excellent soundtrack and gameplay.”
- “After playing the game for an hour, I found that the game is a good balance of fun and stress, although some of the beginner mechanics could be explained in more detail in the tutorial level, like the shoplifting kids.”
- “Finally, the gameplay is lacking something; it seems like the shift is related to... stocking shelves???”
- “Some of the beginner mechanics could be explained in more detail in the tutorial level, like the shoplifting kids.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cuteness and overall beauty, contributing positively to the game's aesthetic appeal, even for those who may not typically enjoy the Funko Pop style. The combination of charming visuals and effective horror elements enhances the overall experience.
- “Amazing game with beautiful graphics!”
- “This game is amazing, the graphics are cute, and the horror part is amazing.”
- “I don't particularly like Funko Pop, but the aesthetics as a whole are very nice.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both enjoyable and funny. The combination of humor and challenging gameplay, along with a well-thought-out concept, contributes to a positive overall experience.
- “It's a really funny game and also challenging with a well-thought-out concept.”
- “Enjoyable and funny.”
- “It's a really funny game and also challenging with a well-thought-out concept.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game is highly praised for its adaptive quality, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Reviewers commend the excellent soundtrack, highlighting its contribution to the game's atmosphere.
- “The music was adaptive, which I love.”
- “Excellent soundtrack and gameplay.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users appreciate the monetization approach, noting that the advertisements are transparent and straightforward.
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users express dissatisfaction with the emotional realism of the phone part, indicating that it detracts from their overall experience.
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of effort akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”

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