Showa Candy Shop 3: Grandma's

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Showa Candy Shop 3: Grandma's is a single player casual management game. It received positive reviews from players.

Showa Candy Shop 3: Grandma's is a single-player simulation game that invites you to reminisce about the good old days when life felt a bit nicer. Featuring splendid visuals, good music, and an interesting plot, it delivers a highly emotional experience despite the presence of annoying ads. Immerse yourself in a nostalgic journey through a charming candy shop run by Grandma.

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 364 reviews

story30 positive mentions

monetization31 negative mentions

The game features adorable characters and a heartwarming storyline that evokes nostalgia and emotional connections.
The art style is beautiful and calming, with soft colors and relaxing music that enhance the overall experience.
Gameplay is simple and enjoyable, making it a great choice for players looking for a mellow, stress-free gaming experience.

The game is plagued by intrusive ads that disrupt the gameplay experience, with no option to remove them even after in-app purchases.
Some players found the pacing slow and the story difficult to follow, leading to a sense of confusion and dissatisfaction with the ending.
The gameplay can feel repetitive and boring, especially for those who prefer more action-oriented games.

story
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
58%
4%
The game's story is described as heartwarming and engaging, often evoking strong emotions and nostalgia through its letter-based narrative. While many players appreciate the adorable art style and relaxing gameplay, some express frustration with pacing issues and difficulty following the plot, particularly compared to previous installments. Overall, the story is seen as a significant draw, though some players wish for more depth and clarity.
- “The beautiful graphics and the peaceful background music have a way of drawing you in, and the letters you receive as you progress slowly reveal the story, which shows the realities of life and the relationships that bind us all.”
- “Heartwarming story with relaxing music and gameplay.”
- “I cried when I read the last few letters; it's a good story.”
- “However, the pacing problem remains, as the storyline wrapped itself up before I'd gotten most of the characters or even half the collectibles.”
- “The story is also hard to follow in the letter format, with no proper character icons or names used.”
- “But only giving 3 stars because the story was so hard to follow.”
emotional
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players frequently describing it as heartwarming and touching. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke strong feelings, often leading to tears, particularly through its storytelling and nostalgic elements. Overall, the game is celebrated for its wholesome nature, relaxing music, and the emotional connections it fosters between characters.
- “The story actually made me cry a few times.”
- “The graphics are cute, the things that you collect in this game bring back memories of when times were simpler, the little stories from the letters are very heartwarming, and the music is very relaxing to listen to.”
- “The build-up of being strangers to knowing them as close friends was heartwarming.”
monetization
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
91%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the excessive number of ads, including mandatory video ads that disrupt gameplay. While some appreciate the option to earn in-game rewards through watching ads, others feel that the frequency and intrusiveness of ads detract from the overall experience, leading to requests for a paid option to remove them. Overall, the game's monetization strategy appears to be a significant point of contention among users.
- “I purchased all the in-app purchases in your apps when I first downloaded them and don't remember having this many ads.”
- “I made an in-app purchase even though I didn't definitely need it, because I want the developer to receive some funding.”
- “There should be a way to buy an ad-free experience.”
- “I liked the other games in the series, but this one has too many ads and no option to turn them off; they don't even turn off if you buy something else for real money.”
- “I'v been playing for four minutes, according to the stock timer, and seen at least five mandatory video ads, including one that came up after I actually spent money in the game shop (bought customer upgrade).”
- “There doesn't seem to be a way to turn off ads on this game even after buying all the in-game content.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
34%
12%
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their adorable and nostalgic art style, which enhances the relaxing gameplay experience. Players appreciate the beautiful hand-drawn artwork and soothing background music, although some note that the movement can be a bit rough at times. Overall, the visuals contribute significantly to the game's heartwarming storytelling and calming atmosphere.
- “The beautiful graphics and the peaceful background music have a way of drawing you in, and the letters you receive as you progress slowly reveal the story, which shows the realities of life and the relationships that bind us all.”
- “The artwork and the music with the background sounds and all the little details added to each collectible make it so soothing.”
- “I love this kind of game; peaceful and meaningful. I hope you can make more and more games like this. I really love the colors and graphics; they make me relax and feel warm.”
- “Even though the graphics seem better on the second version.”
- “You might want to fix the graphics though; the movement is pretty rough.”
- “The graphics could have been better.”
music
19 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
42%
16%
The music in the game is consistently praised for its calming and nostalgic qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere. Players appreciate how the soothing soundtrack complements the beautiful graphics and heartwarming stories, creating an immersive experience that evokes fond memories. Overall, the music is described as a standout feature that significantly contributes to the game's charm and emotional depth.
- “The graphics are cute, the things that you collect in this game bring back memories of when times were simpler, the little stories from the letters are very heartwarming, and the music is very relaxing to listen to.”
- “The stories and atmosphere are wonderful and calming; the music is very nostalgic and relaxing.”
- “The beautiful graphics and the peaceful background music have a way of drawing you in, and the letters you receive as you progress slowly reveal the story, which shows the realities of life and the relationships that bind us all.”
- “The music is so calming, plus the sound of children playing in the background completes it.”
- “The artwork and the music with the background sounds and all the little details added to each collectible make it so soothing.”
- “Calming music choice.”
gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
39%
28%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and accessibility, making it easy to pick up for short sessions, though some players find it repetitive and lacking depth. While the gacha mechanics have improved, opinions are mixed, with some appreciating the ease of obtaining items and others finding the gameplay boring and basic. Overall, the game offers a heartwarming experience with adorable characters and a relaxing atmosphere, despite some criticisms regarding intrusive ads and gameplay errors.
- “If any doubtful reader stumbles upon this, I highly recommend it for its adorable characters and unique gameplay ideas.”
- “Overall, 9/10 (because of simple gameplay, but I'm not complaining) the gacha mechanics have definitely improved since the 2nd game (getting gacha capsules is now easier).”
- “I love the simple yet meaningful gameplay and story.”
- “The ads are annoying and very intrusive; the gameplay is boring, there barely is anything to do.”
- “Really boring gameplay; the art is still but somehow blurry at the same time, basic everything really.”
- “Very boring and mindless gameplay.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game's atmosphere is described as nostalgic and calming, enhanced by soothing music and charming storytelling. However, interruptions from ads and chaotic animations detract from the overall experience, making it less enjoyable for some players.
- “The stories and atmosphere are wonderful and calming; the music is very nostalgic and relaxing.”
- “The exchange of letters, the background music, and the nostalgic charm and atmosphere the game brings, I love all of it.”
- “And what a cozy atmosphere!”
- “However, it ultimately falls short in every respect - this game is meant to set a relaxing, nostalgic atmosphere, yet it is interrupted intermittently by ads, and the animation of the customers is chaotic and jerky, which makes it a headache to play.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its charming sense of humor and immersive sound design, with background noises like children playing adding to the nostalgic atmosphere. Players find the overall experience cute and enjoyable, enhancing the game's appeal.
- “Cute game with a great sense of humor!”
- “Also, you can hear noises from the background, like kids playing and laughing (a very nice detail), which really makes you feel like you're there; it reminds me of my hometown.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly criticizing the gacha roll system and noting that the ending feels underwhelming compared to previous titles.
- “The gacha roll is a bit tedious.”
- “A bit grindy, underwhelming ending compared to their other games.”

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Showa Candy Shop 3: Grandma's is a casual management game.

Showa Candy Shop 3: Grandma's is available on Phone and Tablet.

Showa Candy Shop 3: Grandma's was developed by GAGEX Co.,Ltd..

Showa Candy Shop 3: Grandma's has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Showa Candy Shop 3: Grandma's is a single player game.

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