This game gave me a lot of enjoyment. I first saw it on nomistreams’ stream, and it was very well made. I could clearly see and feel the attention to detail that went into creating the characters and their personalities. I loved how the kid kept plopping all the money onto the tray, the old lady who couldn’t count, the shady guy who either handed over large banknotes or fake money, and the couple who kept buying water. Some characters noticed mistakes and complained, prompting the player to correct them, while others simply missed them. I especially liked the homeless man in patches.
You put so much love into creating this little game, and it really shows. The art, while not amazing, was good enough for a game jam. The game felt polished and engaging, and I managed to finish with over 800 euros by the end of day five—more than double the 400 euro requirement.
My only suggestion, if you could call it a criticism, is that it would have been nice to see some small change management. For example, having a finite amount of coins, where the player could potentially run out of small change, making it necessary to manage resources more carefully. There was music, and although it was repetitive, the game was so engaging that it didn’t become an issue. I also loved how the game kept getting more complex as the days progressed.
Overall, this is a beautifully designed, nearly perfectly executed game. One of the best games of the game jam, if not the best. It’s a great shame that this game has so few votes. Although it’s understandable given that it’s a downloadable game and not a browser game, it’s no less frustrating. I would love to see it expanded, and I’d definitely pay for it on Steam and recommend it to my friends.