The Ice Cream Shop

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The Ice Cream Shop is a single player casual shooter game with horror, mystery and violence themes. It was developed by odwar and was released on February 11, 2026. It received positive reviews from players.

Demo Playthrough: ��15 mins You run a late-night ice cream shop, but your illness makes reality twist. Serve customers who may not be what they seem, and try to separate your mind’s visions from the horrors at your door. The Ice Cream Shop is a cozy simulation with a psychological horror twist. On the surface, it’s a relaxing night-shift job: taking orders, choosing toppings, and handing co…

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

story3 positive mentions

replayability3 negative mentions

The game has a well-executed horror atmosphere with well-timed jump scares that create tension without overdoing it.
The simple ice cream shop simulation gameplay is enjoyable and satisfying, providing a cozy and unique horror experience.
Despite its short length, the story is engaging with a clever twist that makes the experience memorable.

The game is very short, with limited replayability and some players wishing for more content such as an endless mode or additional story.
There are complaints about glitchy gameplay and occasional rough edges in visuals and animations that detract from the experience.
Some players feel the game lacks originality, comparing it unfavorably to similar games and criticizing certain design choices and narrative elements.

story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is praised for its clever twists and effective atmosphere, delivering a surprisingly engaging narrative beneath a simple indie horror facade. While it may have some rough edges, players appreciate the balance of tension and jump scares that complement the solid storyline.
- “The ice cream shop is one of those indie horror gems that looks simple on the surface but sneaks up on you with atmosphere, tension, and a surprisingly clever story twist.”
- “This was a really good game and the storyline was good with just the right amount of jump scares.”
- “I did however enjoy the story.”
- “But, more story!”
- “It is a bit rough around the edges, but has some decent scares and a decent story for the price!”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game excels in creating a strong horror atmosphere marked by slow-building tension and clever storytelling, enhancing its indie charm. Players appreciate the blend of eerie ambiance with simple gameplay elements, though some desire additional modes to extend the suspense. Overall, the atmosphere is a standout feature that effectively supports the game's horror experience.
- “The ice cream shop is one of those indie horror gems that looks simple on the surface but sneaks up on you with atmosphere, tension, and a surprisingly clever story twist.”
- “The slow tension and atmosphere are the real strengths here.”
- “This is an easy game with good horror atmosphere.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers less than an hour of actual gameplay with minimal to no replayability, as players find little incentive to revisit it after the initial playthrough.
- “The game is easily completed in less than an hour and lacks any replayability.”
- “There are 2 hours or more of gameplay time recorded, but that's mostly due to idling while the game was open, not because of engaging content.”
- “Replay value is minimal since the game doesn’t offer incentives or variety for multiple playthroughs.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is criticized for being glitchy and lacking smooth progression, with players experiencing movement issues and limited tasks. Additionally, the game offers minimal content, easily completed in under an hour, and lacks replayability.
- “They have 2 hours or more of gameplay on a game that is easily played through in less than an hour and doesn't have any replayability (my time is higher than an hour only because I AFKed for a bit while the game was open).”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users report significant stability issues, citing frequent glitches that disrupt smooth gameplay and prevent progression to the next tasks.
- “Trash game, don't get it if you want to have smooth gameplay. After I mop it glitches and doesn't let me move to the next task. Save your money.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features enjoyable humor, highlighted by a hilarious cameo that adds a fun contrast to its spooky moments.
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly at high frame rates (144 fps) on an ASUS TUF Gaming F15, providing a great performance experience alongside its creepy atmosphere.
- “Nice and great spooky game, nice job. On my Asus TUF Gaming F15, the game runs at 144 FPS. The optimization is great, and the atmosphere is creepy.”