Shop Titans

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Shop Titans is a single player and multiplayer casual role playing game with fantasy and business themes. It was developed by Kabam Games, Inc. and was released on May 5, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Shop Titans is a simulation RPG game that consists of building your own shop within a fantasy kingdom. In it, you can craft and sell armor, swords, potions and all kinds of gear and equipment to heroes to help them in their adventures. With the money from the sales you can expand and customize your shop to become a business mogul in the village. Heroes of all kinds can enter your store: warriors, …

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77%

Audience ScoreBased on 6,138 reviews

gameplay127 positive mentions

monetization153 negative mentions

Engaging and addictive gameplay loop that combines crafting, selling, and hero management.
Charming graphics and a vibrant art style that enhance the overall experience.
Strong community aspect with guilds that encourage collaboration and social interaction.

Heavy reliance on microtransactions, with many essential features and items locked behind paywalls.
Progression can be slow and frustrating for free-to-play players, especially at higher levels.
Frequent prompts for in-game purchases can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

gameplay
421 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Shop Titans" is characterized by a blend of shop management, crafting, and RPG elements, creating an addictive yet often repetitive experience. While many players appreciate the casual and relaxing nature of the game, they also express frustration over the heavy reliance on microtransactions and paywalls that can hinder progression and enjoyment. Overall, the game offers a charming aesthetic and engaging mechanics, but its grindy nature and monetization strategies may deter some players seeking a more balanced experience.
- “The gameplay strikes a great balance between strategy and relaxation.”
- “Shop Titans is a surprisingly addictive and charming blend of shop management, crafting, and RPG mechanics.”
- “The gameplay loop is incredibly satisfying, as you constantly balance crafting and selling with upgrading your shop and unlocking new items.”
- “Sure, you can play for hours and hours and eventually scrape together enough resources and have enough luck to unlock most things or maybe even everything, but unless you're intensely into the game mechanics, it'll be a slog.”
- “Grindy and repetitive, free-to-play mechanics quickly become suffocating.”
- “The gameplay gets repetitive quickly, and customer complaints are ignored.”
monetization
415 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization model in this game is heavily criticized for being aggressive and predatory, with numerous microtransactions that can feel overwhelming and often necessary for faster progression. While players can technically enjoy the game without spending money, many report that doing so significantly restricts their experience, leading to a perception of it being a cash grab. Despite the absence of forced ads, the constant push for in-game purchases detracts from the overall enjoyment, making it a contentious aspect of the game.
- “You can progress without spending money; there are no ads.”
- “While there are microtransactions, they’re not necessary to enjoy the game.”
- “It's great enough free, don't get me wrong, but I feel like if I like a game, an in-game purchase here and there is good for the developers.”
- “Seemed fun at first but it's a massive cash grab every second behind every action.”
- “My absolute biggest complaint about this game is mobile-like monetization.”
- “The game heavily relies on microtransactions, with some content completely inaccessible without paying, like buildings and heroes.”
story
332 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of "Shop Titans" is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting that it feels minimal or non-existent. While there are some light character interactions and quests, the overarching narrative is often described as generic and unremarkable, primarily serving as a backdrop for the crafting and shop management gameplay. Players express a desire for more substantial storylines and character development, as the current content feels repetitive and heavily reliant on microtransactions.
- “With its charming art style, intuitive gameplay, and engaging storyline, Shop Titans is sure to delight fans of simulation, RPG, and dungeon crawler genres alike.”
- “Each successful quest brings back resources and loot to fuel your crafting, creating a perfect symbiotic relationship between shopkeeping and adventuring.”
- “The story of the champions makes you want to keep gathering their coins to find out what happens next, and the constant events the game puts out help keep the game from feeling too stale once you're in the higher levels.”
- “Overall, I don't recommend this game because of the lack of story and character development and personality, plus it tries to get you to spend money every 5 minutes. If it didn't have all the microtransactions and the horrible tutorial, it'd be a pretty good game.”
- “The story does exist, but nobody really cares about the story in such games anyway, so it is as basic as always: you opened a new shop, want to impress the king (or maybe a girl working for him).”
- “No story, no real changes in routine, and worst of all, the pacing is terrible.”
graphics
220 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Shop Titans" are widely praised for their charming, colorful, and whimsical art style, which enhances the game's lighthearted atmosphere and immersive fantasy world. While some players note that the graphics may not be groundbreaking or highly detailed, they are generally considered visually appealing and well-suited for a mobile game. Overall, the game's aesthetic contributes positively to the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
- “The graphics are amazing and so are the sounds.”
- “The graphics are charming, and the world is rich with lore that keeps me engaged.”
- “The graphics of Shop Titans are excellent, featuring vibrant colors and whimsical designs that fit perfectly with the game's fantasy world.”
- “The graphics are outdated and the gameplay feels repetitive.”
- “The graphics are fortnite man if made for a game that'd run on a 3310 (it's a port of a mobile game, mind you), but the items are pretty, if a bit wacky at times, as for the rest?”
- “If you have music or video streaming in the background -- which this being the 2020s, a lot of us do -- the game will freeze, crash, or display graphical errors.”
grinding
192 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that the game is heavily grind-oriented, often requiring significant time investment to progress, especially for higher-level gear and achievements. While some players find the grinding aspect enjoyable and rewarding, many express frustration with its repetitiveness and the pressure to engage in microtransactions to alleviate the grind. Overall, the game appeals to those who enjoy grinding, but it may deter players seeking a more balanced experience without extensive time commitment.
- “Not too grindy, and while there are in-game purchases, they aren't too crazy. You can very much do without them, especially if you get lucky and join a good guild with high-level veteran players.”
- “A bit grindy sometimes.”
- “One long, tedious grind.”
- “Expensive gear can take days or weeks of farming to obtain.”
- “The crafting system quickly becomes tedious, and the energy mechanics heavily restrict playtime.”
- “Starts off fun but inevitably becomes a tedious grind to push you towards paying to progress.”
music
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its relaxing and cheerful qualities that enhance the overall experience. While some find it soothing and immersive, others note that it can become repetitive over time, leading them to mute it. Overall, the soundtrack complements the game's casual nature, making it a suitable backdrop for multitasking or leisurely play.
- “A cool store simulator with a very interesting storyline and great music that takes your breath away.”
- “The soundtrack is equally delightful, adding an extra layer of immersion to your adventures.”
- “The sound design complements the gameplay with cheerful background music and fitting sound effects for crafting and selling.”
- “The sound effects are decent, but I ended up turning off the music, as it got too repetitive for me.”
- “Music and sound design is horrible and annoying.”
- “There's no atmosphere or even background, it's just a cheap music pack which gets old after 20-30 seconds.”
humor
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding the premise of being a merchant who exploits RPG adventurers both funny and engaging. Many reviews highlight the amusing dialogue, quirky item descriptions, and the overall lighthearted nature of the gameplay, making it a fun and stress-relieving experience. However, some players note that while the humor is enjoyable, the repetitive nature of the game can detract from the overall experience.
- “It's a really fun and relaxing game that helps me clear out a lot of stress by laughing at how someone wants a sword for 5k and I surcharge them to buy it for 10k.”
- “The premise of the game (that you are a merchant supplying/exploiting RPG adventurers) is funny, but it is on the nose.”
- “I've played adventure games where I interact with shopkeepers, so being the shopkeeper was just very funny.”
stability
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is frequently criticized, with many users reporting persistent bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience. While some players note that the Steam version runs smoothly, the general consensus highlights a troubling frequency of issues, particularly after updates, leading to frustration among the community. Despite its potential, the game's stability issues overshadow its enjoyment for many players.
- “Not to mention, it runs great on my PC, which is now around six years old.”
- “It is well designed; there are no glitches and it does what it says on the label.”
- “Been playing a couple of weeks and it has been quite buggy with the updates.”
- “Despite the potential for it to be enjoyable and entertaining, it is too buggy and the company behind it is an absolute disaster.”
- “I played for just under an hour and had to reload 3 times due to glitches and bugs.”
optimization
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some players report smooth performance and a well-optimized interface for PC, others experience significant issues such as stuttering, overheating, and poor performance on certain hardware. The game's reliance on Unity has led to concerns about its optimization, particularly for those using specific setups. Despite these issues, some users find the gameplay enjoyable and addictive, highlighting the need for further improvements in optimization.
- “The game runs very well on PC, and performance is solid overall.”
- “It's a beautiful game, very optimized and unique style of gameplay.”
- “The interface is optimized for PC, making it convenient to control with a keyboard and mouse.”
- “And game performance suddenly has plummeted over the last week or two.”
- “Big performance issue, will make your PC overheat for no reason.”
- “I'm on 6600 XT, Ryzen 5 3600, and 32GB of RAM, installed this on SSD, and this game is tearing and stuttering from time to time because it's a non-optimized mobile port.”
character development
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is generally viewed as lacking depth, with some reviewers noting a deficiency in story and personality, which detracts from the overall experience. While the character designs are praised for their charm and visual appeal, the gameplay primarily focuses on crafting and selling rather than meaningful character growth. Despite the appealing aesthetics, the absence of substantial character development is a significant drawback for many players.
- “The character designs are charming, and the animations are smooth.”
- “The character designs are quirky and full of personality, making the game visually appealing.”
- “The main focus of the game is to craft and sell wares, but you also get a chance to work on some simple character development for heroes that help your shop make better items.”
- “Overall, I don't recommend this game because of the lack of story and character development and personality. Plus, it tries to get you to spend money every 5 minutes. If it didn't have all the microtransactions and the horrible tutorial, it would be a pretty good game.”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is generally positive and community-oriented, with vibrant art and whimsical visuals that enhance its lighthearted tone. Players appreciate the casual, team-focused environment, although some criticize the lack of immersive background elements and repetitive music. Overall, the blend of cooperative gameplay and engaging aesthetics contributes to a welcoming atmosphere.
- “The art style is vibrant and whimsical, creating a lighthearted atmosphere that matches the game’s relaxed pace.”
- “From the detailed character models to the vibrant cityscape, every aspect of the game's visuals contributes to its immersive atmosphere.”
- “Although each player has their own shop to improve and upgrade, having guilds creates a community atmosphere, where progress is achieved by working together.”
- “There's no atmosphere or even background; it's just a cheap music pack that gets old after 20-30 seconds.”
- “If you like being in a team atmosphere where you're pushed around to survive, then this is for you.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game to be heartwarming and relatable, often highlighting moments that evoke strong feelings, such as the joy of wholesome interactions and the humorous struggles of characters needing "emotional support." Despite some criticism of gameplay mechanics, the emotional connections fostered through the game's narrative and character development resonate deeply with users, enhancing their overall experience.
- “Wholesome game”
- “Used to play in late 2019, just came back at the end of 2022, best decision to waste my money on virtual blueprints and wholesome pets xdd <3”
- “Though the drops increase on higher levels/difficulty, but time is money and I got workers to upgrade so I can make better stuff so I can sell better stuff so I can upgrade more and I can't do that cause I need materials from the adventures that I can't throw my adventurers at cause Sir Dopemeister got a papercut from a level one goblin and we need to take him to emotional support therapy for 10 minutes as we nurse the wound!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users highlight the game's replayability as a significant strength, with many noting it as "infinitely replayable," suggesting that players can enjoy multiple playthroughs without losing interest.
- “The game has incredible replay value.”
- “It is infinitely replayable, offering new experiences each time.”
- “The replayability factor keeps me coming back for more.”
- “The replay value is almost non-existent; once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back.”
- “Replayability is severely lacking; the game feels repetitive after the first playthrough.”
- “I found the replayability to be disappointing; there aren't enough different choices or outcomes to make a second run enjoyable.”