Shop Crush
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An Interview with the Developer of Shop Crush
Bohdan Sydorenko, lead designer at indie studio Bsl Cozy Games, discusses his upcoming visual novel shop sim, Shop Crush. Set in the early 2000s, the game blends cozy shop management with psychological horror elements, where players haggle for stock, manage their store, and uncover the mysterious stories of their customers and products. Sydorenko highlights inspirations from games like Reigns and Papers, Please, and discusses the game's art style and narrative focus.
Devlog - Shop Crush - Psychological Horror Thrift Sim with Literal Illusions [Demo Soon]
Shop Crush is a hybrid visual novel and shop management game featuring psychological horror elements and literal illusions. Players manage a shop, deciphering customer profiles and their obsessions through tactical trading and narrative exploration. A Steam demo is planned for release in the coming months, with the game aiming for a 2000s-inspired visual style.
