Tiny Bookshop
Top Critic Average
Critics Recommend
Critic Reviews for Tiny Bookshop
I often found myself going to put the game down before stopping myself to see what might happen the next day. Kind of like a great book.
It's heartwarming, it's comforting, and, if nothing else, it reminds us to slow down, breathe deep, and always take things one page at a time.
Tiny Bookshop is a delightfully charming shop management game with an incredible amount of depth, warmth, and heart. It’s a book lover's dream come true, with thoughtful gameplay systems, cozy storytelling, and a world that rewards curiosity and care.
Tiny Bookshop is one of the best management games of the year, because there is no stress when it comes to running the store. You cannot fail, all the characters are friendly, and the vibes of the game are so laid back, you can spend hours in Bookstonbury without noticing. If you are a book lover, and even if you are not, Tiny Bookshop deserves your time.
Beyond my enjoyment of the game itself, Tiny Bookshop also reinvigorated my love of reading. The books on my in-game shelves reminded me of so many good titles I haven’t read in a while, and gave me the strong urge to pick up a book each time I concluded a play session.
Tiny Bookshop deftly blends slice-of-life elements, business sims, and word puzzles into a perfect game to chill with after a long day.
Overall, Tiny Bookshop is a fun, cozy game for book lovers where you live that dream of running a bookstore, while also forming friendships with the locals. The use of real books makes it feel personal, especially if you're someone who reads often, plus it makes recommending titles to others a breeze. While the story isn't perfect due to its lack of execution, it's not too big of a deal unless you're someone who's invested in the narrative. Regardless, it's still enjoyable and could introduce you to your next book.
Tiny Bookshop is a warm story about growth driven by community. For a moment, we are actually able to believe in the existence of an alternative reality, in which quality and expertise are the path not to success, but to a peaceful life. In which a tiny boat-shaped bookshop drifts peacefully across the ocean of profitability, undisturbed by Amazon's container ships.
Review in Polish | Read full review
