TCG Card Shop Simulator (Steam Review)

  TCG Card Shop Simulator from OPNeon Games is a rare game that is sent to me that actually surprised me a lot. My friend sent me a video of him playing the game, so of course I asked the fine people over at the company if I could check it out and they were only too happy to send me a copy as the game is still in early access.

The concept of the game is simple, you open a card shop, you start with a small amount of money, put up a couple shelves buy some basic card packs, sell them at a reasonable price and make some money. You can also open them to hopefully find more rare cards to sell individually for larger profits. Some cards may be worth a dollar or two but some can be worth thousands.

There is a ton to do here despite how simplistic the game is. Putting in tables for people to sit down and play is a great option for passive income. Build up an assortment of different stock to keep customers happy, from different types of card packs, boxes of those same cards, stuffed animals, starter decks, dice and so much more.

The game has also been updated twice since I started playing it. The first update added board games while the second added the ability for you to add movable trash cans so you can more easily stock your shelves and for customers to review your store.

Reviews help you know what customers want, be it different stock, lower prices,or even if you have too many smelly customers stinking up your store.

While I am still figuring out different strategies for making money, I have seen different people online so assorted things and tried them out myself. For example I’ve noticed simply stocking many of the same items will result in people buying more of them occasionally. Higher priced cards while more profitable will take longer to sell especially when your store is smaller.

  Right now the game cost $12.99 on steam,and if you are a fan of simulator games it’s a must buy, 9/10 game. It is actually as close to perfect as any game I have ever played  with only a few minor issues, occasionally customers will walk through a desk or a wall or some other piece of furniture. I’ve also bumped a box and had it fly across the room like it was its job. It is probably the best early access game I have ever played especially at this price point. Best wishes and may the gaming gods bring you glory.