SimCasino

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"SimCasino is a single-player Business Strategy game with fantastic 3D graphics, deep systems, and extensive customization. Create your own slot games, TV stations, and more in the workshop, or join the Discord to chat with developers and the community. Experience the thrill of managing every detail of your casino, from adjusting odds to designing staff schedules, but beware of thieves and cheaters who threaten your profits. Will the house always win?"

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

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

Reviews

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 494 reviews

gameplay12 positive mentions

stability16 negative mentions

The game has a lot of potential and offers a fun casino-building experience.
Great customization options for building casinos and hotels, allowing for creative designs.
The developers are responsive and actively working on updates and bug fixes.

The game is currently buggy, with issues like pathfinding problems and characters getting stuck.
Lacks a tutorial, making it difficult for new players to understand the mechanics.
The game feels unfinished, with limited content and repetitive gameplay after a few hours.

gameplay
43 mentions
28 % positive mentions
72 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is a mixed bag, with players noting a steep learning curve and unbalanced mechanics that can lead to frustration, particularly with financial management and the effectiveness of different game types. While the customization options and building mechanics are praised for their depth and potential, many users feel that the lack of a comprehensive tutorial and the game's current state hinder the overall experience. Despite these issues, some players find the game enjoyable and engaging once they grasp the mechanics, highlighting its potential as a solid tycoon simulator.
- “Overall, it's a great tycoon game with a solid premise and good gameplay.”
- “It's very entertaining and has lots of little details that enhance gameplay.”
- “For an early access game, I'm impressed by the range of mechanics already developed.”
- “As soon as LVGAMDEV got the core mechanics working, they got sick of the game and took it out of early access so they could move on to other projects.”
- “Unfortunately, the game is in a really raw state right now with not even a tutorial in place to explain the pretty complex and deep mechanics at play here.”
- “There's a 'randomize odds' button - which oversimplifies the gameplay and I wish there was a lot more dialing in to the randomization, because that will make or break whether you make money or not.”
music
31 mentions
29 % positive mentions
68 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The music in the game, primarily composed by Jerry Martin, is widely praised for its quality and catchiness, enhancing the overall atmosphere and enjoyment of gameplay. While some players find the soundtrack repetitive or prefer to play with the music off, many recommend purchasing it to support the composer. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature, contributing positively to the game's appeal.
- “Jerry Martin (yes, the guy that did the Sims 1's music, among other things) did a great job for this game with a really great album of 16 tunes.”
- “The soundtrack by Jerry Martin is also a huge plus, and it adds a lot of atmosphere to the game.”
- “One of the standout features of SimCasino is its soundtrack, composed by the world-renowned Jerry Martin.”
- “Please fix the ambiance issue ASAP; simply having jazz music in the background isn't enough.”
- “There's little to no sound other than the background music.”
- “The soundtrack...well....honestly I play with the music off on this one.”
graphics
30 mentions
33 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some praising the retro-style visuals and good model designs, particularly for a tycoon game, while others criticize the lack of modern polish and the presence of visual glitches. Many users note that while the graphics are not cutting-edge, they appreciate the aesthetic choices, though improvements are needed in areas like character animations and overall detail. Overall, the game shows potential for enhancement as the developers continue to address graphical issues and player feedback.
- “The game models and especially the slot graphics look really good.”
- “No eyestrain here like some more non-cutting edge graphic games, just nice retro-style graphics.”
- “It was really enjoyable and the graphics are awesome.”
- “There has been the occasional visual glitch, but the graphics are pretty simple to begin with.”
- “It being fully released out of early access doesn't make any sense as the graphics, sound, gameplay, and UI all scream for significant improvements.”
- “The game is well done overall, but the graphics need some help. For example, your visitors are a bit robotic; you will notice things like them sitting down to eat but the chair is too far, causing their arms to move away from the table, or them sitting on the toilet but appearing as if they have fallen into it.”
stability
16 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a significant concern, with numerous players reporting various glitches, including NPCs getting stuck and frequent visual bugs. While the developers are actively addressing these issues and providing regular updates, many users still experience frustrating freezes and crashes, particularly during auto-saves. Overall, while the game shows promise, its current state is marred by instability, leading some players to recommend waiting for further improvements before purchasing.
- “I can play for a while, and when it auto-saves, it freezes the game, and then I can't play anymore, losing all of my progress.”
- “Based on the price and current state of the game, I will have to recommend people not to bother buying this at the moment. It's very buggy and has a dated UI. There is plenty to do in the game; however, it's all irrelevant if your staff and customers just stand in the same spot spinning for days on end, which to me is the worst bug I encountered.”
- “However, SimCasino in its current state has a lot of bugs where certain characters do not move and stay stuck for no reason. It also happens with cars and transport. Thankfully, the developers are trying their hardest to fix all the bugs and glitches the current state of the game has, and I have to applaud them for their hard work in updating the game regularly.”
story
12 mentions
17 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
8 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is largely absent, with players noting a lack of narrative or missions to guide gameplay. Instead, the focus is on building and managing properties, allowing players to create and expand their own resorts or casinos without a structured storyline. This sandbox approach appeals to those who enjoy construction and management mechanics, reminiscent of games like The Sims.
- “I thought there would be a story or missions.”
- “I really like the Sims-like element of being able to buy a plot of land, build on it, sell the casino for profit, and then start again on a larger/more valuable plot.”
- “You begin with an empty plot of land, and it took me no time at all to construct an impressive, three-story resort with all the amenities.”
- “There is no story plot or anything interactive telling you how to play.”
- “I thought there would be a story or missions.”
- “I thought there would be a story or missions.”
optimization
8 mentions
50 % positive mentions
38 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with some players noting significant bugs and performance issues that hinder smooth gameplay, particularly in late-game scenarios. While recent updates have improved optimization, many still experience slow performance and loading problems, even on high-end systems. Overall, the game's potential is recognized, but optimization remains a key area needing improvement.
- “That coupled with recent optimizations makes this game a must play for any sim lover!”
- “Great optimization, and management is complex.”
- “I also liked the flow and pace of the game and the ability to gauge your performance by the good variety of metrics provided.”
- “Mediocre optimization; it's a low-demand game, but some bugs and performance issues make it more choppy than it should be.”
- “The only critique is that performance is a bit slow. Granted, I am playing this on a laptop right now, but it has an i9 processor and discrete graphics. I'm also not a huge fan of the current way of hiring and managing staff; I think the method used in Prison Architect and its clones, or RollerCoaster Tycoon, would be a lot better than how this is right now.”
- “More optimization is needed, especially in the late game.”
grinding
5 mentions
0 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
80 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and slow, with limited initial content leading to boredom after a short playtime. While some appreciate the customization mechanics and potential for interesting gameplay patterns, many feel that the lack of variety and engaging activities makes the experience feel monotonous. Overall, the grinding can detract from the enjoyment, especially in the early access phase.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Grinding is a rewarding experience that keeps you engaged.”
- “The grind may be tough, but the sense of achievement makes it worthwhile.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “It's slow and boring, and there's nothing to build. After one hour, I was already bored.”
- “The game has some great concepts, but the grinding is tedious and can make the experience feel drawn out.”
monetization
3 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy has been criticized as a cash grab, with concerns about the game's potential abandonment by developers. However, players appreciate the engaging mechanics of managing the in-game economy through advertising and pricing strategies, suggesting a unique approach to marketing within the game.
- “Yet another early access cash grab that turned into abandonware the second the devs got bored with it.”
- “It could be a new type of marketing campaign where we pay to launch a 'viral video' advertising the casino.”
- “The interesting bits are managing the economy by buying advertising to maximize the number of patrons, and hand-calibrating the odds and prices on the machines.”
atmosphere
3 mentions
33 % positive mentions
67 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is described as generally lifeless, yet it effectively complements the overall experience. The soundtrack by Jerry Martin is highlighted as a significant enhancement, contributing positively to the game's ambiance.
- “The soundtrack by Jerry Martin is also a huge plus, and it adds a lot of atmosphere to the game.”
- “It suits the atmosphere very well.”
- “The atmosphere is generally lifeless.”
replayability
2 mentions
50 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's strong replayability, noting its well-constructed design and the variety of multi-casino options that contribute to hours of enjoyable gameplay.
- “It's built well and can provide hours and hours of fun and replayability.”
- “The replayability is enhanced by the multiple casinos and various features.”
- “The game lacks meaningful choices, making replayability feel pointless.”
- “Once you've completed the main storyline, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics severely hampers replayability.”
emotional
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express disappointment regarding the emotional connection to the game, noting that despite initial promise during its beta phase, the lack of updates and development has led to feelings of abandonment and stagnation. This has diminished their emotional investment in the game over time.
character development
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
100 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that while the game effectively satisfies the casino tycoon experience, there is a desire for deeper financial and logistical elements, as well as more detailed character designs, suggesting that character development could be enhanced for a more immersive experience.
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
- “I expected more depth in the character arcs; they seem one-dimensional and fail to evolve throughout the game.”
- “The lack of variety in character traits and backstories makes the experience feel repetitive and uninspired.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game memorable, particularly recalling specific locations like the first casino, which stands out among other elements. The comedic aspects contribute to a lasting impression, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the game.
- “It's funny; I can still remember the first casino in that game better than any of the others, 'Buddy's' it was called.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on, making every interaction a joy.”
- “I love how the characters have such witty dialogue that keeps me laughing throughout the game.”