Steam specs (min / recommended)
Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 (64-bit) Processeur : Intel Core i5-12400 / AMD Ryzen 5 5600X Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : RTX 3060 / RX 6600 XT, 8 GB VRAM Réseau : connexion internet haut débit Espace disque : 4 GB d'espace disque disponible
Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires
Mall Rivals
Mall Rivals has a solid foundation with its gameplay, but players are divided on its performance and content, with bugs and crashes causing some frustration.
What it's about: Competitive mall simulation. 1-8 players open stores in the same mall, fight for customers, crush rivals. Team up or go solo. Fair play or dirty tricks? Your call. Procedural maps, employee system,mall cops, smugglers and physical mechanics.
In-game
In players' words
Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.
What players say, by aspect
Detailed data (table)
| Aspect | Mentions | Positive | Mixed | Negative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gameplay | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Multiplayer | 10 | 6 | 0 | 4 |
| Content / longevity | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 |
| Stability / bugs | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Performance | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Value for money | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Audio / music | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Story / writing | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Interface / UX | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Positive reviews by playtime
🎮 Players who like it have spent 13 h on median; those who dislike it: 54 min.
🪤 71 % of negative reviews come from players who left in under 2h — the game often disappoints right away.
100% completion difficulty ("platinum")
of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 9 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 64,4 % of players.
What creators say (YouTube)
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Strengths
- Gameplay is the star: 10 positive mentions out of 10, with players praising the friendly AI and addictive nature of the simulation.
- The post-release reception is positive, with 69% of reviews since launch giving it a thumbs up.
- Longevity is a strength, as over 20% of players have invested over 25 hours, and all of them are satisfied with their time spent.
Weaknesses
- Performance issues are a concern: 4 negative mentions out of 4, impacting the overall experience.
- Content has mixed reactions: 8 mentions in total, with 5 negative and 3 positive, leaving some players wanting more.
- Bugs and crashes are frequent, with 6 negative mentions, affecting the multiplayer experience and causing frustration.
Who is it for?
Mall Rivals will appeal to those who enjoy simulation games with a focus on friendly competition and AI interactions. Players seeking a long-term, immersive experience may find value here, despite the technical hiccups.
Is Mall Rivals worth it in 2026?
Mostly yes, if its flaws don't put you off: 75% of 234 Steam reviews are positive (player score 64/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay is the star. Current price: 14,79€.
Verdict
While Mall Rivals has a strong core with its engaging gameplay, it struggles with performance and technical issues. These problems, though, might be addressed over time, especially given the positive post-release reception and the developer's commitment to improving the experience.
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