inKonbini is all about the daily life of caring for a Japanese convenience store.
Release Date: TBD
Genre: Adventure, Simulation
Developer: Nagai Industries
Publisher: Nagai Industries
Platforms: Steam (reviewed), Xbox, PlayStation, Switch
Gameplay
The gameplay is fairly simple. You stock up the shelves, help customers with their shopping, and handle the register. While talking to customers, you learn more about what they like, what’s going on in their lives, and try to help them.
It all feels really relaxing.
Visual and Art Style
I feel the art is often forgotten when playing simulation games focused on tending a store. inKonbini did not forget about it. The game features charming and satisfying visuals. Every time you move objects, animations are played instead of items just popping into existence.
Overall, the art contribute greatly to the immersion and relaxation of playing.
Difficulty and Replayability
There’s really no difficulty as the game seems more focused on doing your job and tending to the customers.
As for replayability, we will have to see the full release, but an endless mode would be nice.
Final Thoughts
If you are looking for a cozy, beautiful simulation game about tending a store, inKonbini will be for you.
You can try the demo on Steam right now!
Watch the trailer below