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Manage a game store in the 90’s

Retro Geek Shop Simulator invites players to step into the role of a retro game store owner. Developed by Nostra Games, this simulator invites players to step into the role of a retro game store owner. Your mission is to stock consoles, rare games, and collectible merch, set prices to balance demand and profit, decorate your shop, and win over customers. 

Go back to the nostalgic 90’s   

Retro Geek Shop Simulator combines inventory management, pricing strategy, reputation tracking, and store customization. You order products, manage stock levels, and decide whether to aim for high margins or fast turnover. Shelves and displays let you personalize your layout, though player feedback suggests that price markup and restock settings need better balance.  

This casual game’s strengths lie in its nostalgic premise, flexible store layout, and management systems that let you live out a retro gaming entrepreneur dream. However, players noted frustration with shelf handling with either full displays wouldn’t move, or empty ones forced stalls. Moreover, awkward checkout interfaces exist as well as unprofitable pricing systems. 

A nostalgic business venture with quirks 

Retro Geek Shop Simulator captures the charm of 90’s gaming culture while offering engaging management mechanics. Its nostalgic setting and flexible customization appeal to retro fans, but issues like clunky interfaces and pricing imbalances hold it back. With more polish, it could deliver a more rewarding simulation experience. For now, it’s a fun yet flawed tribute to the golden age of gaming retail. 

  • Pros

    • Nostalgic 90’s theme
    • Store customization options
    • Deep inventory and pricing mechanics
  • Cons

    • Awkward shelf and checkout handling
    • Pricing system lacks balance
    • Poor interface
 0/4

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