Shelter Manager

71%
Game Brain Score Based on 185 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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In "Shelter Manager" , you must survive an apocalyptic world by choosing from various scenarios like nuclear war or pandemic. Learn survival skills in campaign mode and construct underground shelters with modern amenities. Loot and pillage other bunkers for essential supplies, and upgrade your facilities for survival. No information available on release date or developer/publisher.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

71%
Audience ScoreBased on 185 reviews
story9 positive mentions
stability2 negative mentions
  • The game has an interesting premise and storyline that keeps players engaged.
  • The graphics and art style are appealing, providing a nostalgic feel.
  • There is potential for fun gameplay once players get past the confusing tutorial.
  • The tutorial is poorly designed, often leading to confusion and frustration.
  • The game is filled with bugs and unfinished elements, making it feel incomplete.
  • Gameplay is overly simplistic and feels more like a mobile game than a full PC experience.
  • story51 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its depth and connection to gameplay, while others criticize its execution and dialogue quality. Many find the post-apocalyptic narrative intriguing, though some feel it lacks player agency and can be overly simplistic or tedious. Overall, the storyline shows promise but is marred by uneven writing and pacing, leading to a varied reception among players.

    • “The plot is not just there for a tick.”
    • “This story is not really about survival, but about the choices you have to make every day and the consequences.”
    • “The game has good artwork, dynamic music, and an interesting story.”
    • “Looked great on the outside, but the game is full of awful scripts, very little freedom, and a storyline that felt a bit dodgy, to be honest.”
    • “Game is fun enough, but I don't want to be getting anti-vaccine rhetoric when I'm playing video games (spoiler, that's where the story mode goes).”
    • “Gonna return it because it's not fun enough to get over the clunky campaign writing just to see 'if they hadn't taken the vaccine and listened to the right YouTube channels they'd be alive' (literally that's what it says, mission 4).”
  • gameplay38 mentions

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating its unique mechanics and engaging storyline, while others criticize it for being simplistic and lacking depth, often comparing it unfavorably to mobile games. Many users noted that the campaign mode feels more like a tutorial, and while some found the gameplay enjoyable and interesting, others felt it lacked substantial content and variety. Overall, the game seems to appeal to those looking for a casual experience, but may disappoint players seeking more complex gameplay.

    • “The game has a lot of interesting mechanics.”
    • “A perfect combination of gameplay, a storyline, and management.”
    • “This game is very interesting and the gameplay is very good for its price.”
    • “Only played for a few minutes, but it already feels like there is not much gameplay to discover.”
    • “In fact, campaign mode is more like a tutorial where you are guided through the mechanics and fulfill simple goals.”
    • “There isn't any gameplay, you just keep clicking where you're told (if you can figure out what they actually meant) and that's it.”
  • graphics12 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the "nice" and "pleasant" cartoon style that enhances the atmosphere, while others feel it resembles a lower-quality clone of Fallout Shelter. Overall, the visuals are noted as a standout feature that attracts players, despite some opinions deeming them less critical compared to the gameplay.

    • “If we talk about the pros of the game, it is the balance, the idea, the scenario, and the style of graphics.”
    • “I like the graphics in the game.”
    • “Graphics - 3/10”
    • “Graphics - feels like a discount Fallout Shelter clone, really.”
    • “To be honest, I've noticed the game because of the graphics.”
  • music9 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its memorable and dynamic quality that enhances the atmosphere, while others note a repetitive nature with limited loops. Overall, the soundtrack is generally considered good, complementing the game's appealing graphics and engaging story.

    • “The music in the game is quite memorable.”
    • “The game has good artwork, dynamic music, and an interesting story.”
    • “Soundtracks create a special atmosphere of the game; for me, it's just a bomb.”
    • “The audio feels like the same three music loops playing in the background with a few GUI chirps now and then.”
    • “The soundtracks create a special atmosphere for the game, but for me, it's just a bomb.”
    • “While the low poly stylization and sound effects are decent, the music leaves much to be desired.”
  • humor4 mentions

    The game's humor is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its dark comedic elements and hilarious dialogues. However, opinions vary, as not all players resonate with the developers' sense of humor. Overall, it adds a fun layer to the gameplay experience.

    • “I think the developers have a good sense of humor, but not everyone liked it.”
    • “I love dark humor.”
    • “I like the gameplay itself, the missions, and the hilarious dialogues.”
  • atmosphere3 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its engaging graphics and immersive soundtracks, reminiscent of titles like Fallout Shelter. Players appreciate the ability to monitor the happiness levels of the inhabitants, which adds depth to the overall experience.

    • “The graphics and atmosphere of the game are impressive, reminiscent of Fallout Shelter.”
    • “The soundtracks create a unique atmosphere in the game; for me, it's just fantastic.”
    • “Monitoring the atmosphere and happiness levels of the bunker's inhabitants adds depth to the experience.”
    • “The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Despite the potential, the game's atmosphere lacks depth and fails to immerse the player.”
    • “The environment feels empty and disconnected, which detracts from the overall experience.”
  • stability2 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and an unfinished feel, leading to a frustrating experience. Additionally, the mixed language support further detracts from its overall quality, prompting some players to express regret over their purchase.

    • “This game is unfinished, buggy, partially in English and partially in Russian.”
    • “This game is buggy and bad; there is almost zero point to it, and I wish I could get my money back. I will never buy another one of your games.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly during the tutorial missions, but express optimism that it improves as the game develops. There are also calls for a rework of the raiding system to enhance its intuitiveness and reduce monotony.

    • “It's okay; it gets better after you painfully progress past the tedious tutorial missions. It is a good game in development, and I believe it will get better. It has a lot of promise.”
    • “Raiding also needs a rework to make it less tedious and more intuitive.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players report that the game evokes a sense of nostalgia, tapping into past memories and emotions.

    • “It made me feel a little nostalgic.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization strategy is heavily criticized for its intrusive pop-up 'advice' windows, which users find overwhelming and reminiscent of excessive internet pop-up ads.

    • “Pop-up 'advice' windows come at you faster than internet pop-up ads.”
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