Retirement Simulator
- April 19, 2022
- DoubleThink Studio
Get on Steam"Retirement Simulator" is a life simulation game that lets you experience the joys and challenges of retirement. Manage your finances, pursue hobbies, and build relationships as you navigate this new chapter of life. Start with a modest pension and make choices that will shape your golden years. Can you achieve the perfect retirement or will you run out of money and resources? The choice is yours.
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Reviews
- The game has a serious production quality and offers an interesting and engaging story with high entertainment value.
- Gameplay is relaxing and enjoyable, with a good balance of gaming elements and content.
- The art style is appreciated, and the game includes nostalgic mini-games that enhance the overall experience.
- The game has been criticized for its lack of inclusivity, particularly regarding LGBTQIA representation and the absence of diverse characters.
- There are complaints about the game's handling of female characters, including objectification and negative portrayals after updates.
- Many players feel that the game does not cater to non-Chinese audiences, lacking English translation and cultural context for international players.
- graphics10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with users appreciating the art style and the quality of visuals. However, some players express frustration over changes made to artwork and dialogue aimed at addressing gender stereotypes, suggesting that these alterations have sparked controversy among the community. Overall, the graphics are considered quite good, with hopes for further enhancements in future updates.
“Love the art style and some of the mini-games are quite fun.”
“Quite good graphics for now, hopefully the female character's route can be implemented soon!”
“Careless removal of content, change of artwork, all so that the developer of the game can cater to some extreme feminists.”
“People are leaving harsh comments simply because the dev team changed certain dialogue/graphics that were a little sexist (or should I say were gender stereotyping?) in one of the updates to make the game more 'neutral' per se.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is noted for its nostalgic quality, evoking fond memories and enhancing the overall emotional experience.
“The music gives a nostalgic vibe.”
- story2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The story revolves around a retiree from southern China and explores themes of family dynamics, particularly the nurturing relationship between Aiju and his granddaughter Mengmeng. Players can engage with the narrative by collecting items related to their interests, such as fishing, which can be used in cooking, and experience the storyline from multiple character perspectives.
“I hope to see a retiree from southern China, exploring the impacts of Aiju's nurturing on his granddaughter Mengmeng, and experiencing the story from different characters' perspectives.”
“I'm excited about the potential to gather items from various activities, like fishing, that can be used in cooking, adding depth to the story.”
“The idea of playing as different characters to participate in the same storyline is intriguing and adds layers to the narrative experience.”
“The story lacks depth and fails to engage the player, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
“Character development is minimal, making it hard to connect with the protagonists or care about their journeys.”
“The narrative feels disjointed and confusing, with too many elements that don't come together cohesively.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively boring and tedious, leading to a negative overall experience.
“Such a boring, tedious game.”
“Such a boring, tedious game.”
