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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : Intel Core i3-2100 ou AMD FX-6300 Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GeForce GT 530, 2 GB ou AMD Radeon R7 250, 1 GB DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 1 GB d'espace disque disponible

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Thrifty Business

Niche cult favorite
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Released May 18, 2026
sample: 412 reviews posted after launch (130 AI-classified)
98/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 97 % · 994 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
➡️ Stable reception — recent reviews (30d): 99% positive vs 97% overall (188 recent reviews)
12,99€ 11,69€ -10%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Thrifty Business has captivated players with its delightful gameplay, earning 115 positive mentions out of 125, and its charming graphics, with 45 positive mentions out of 45. The game's ability to provide a relaxing experience is also a major draw, with 9 mentions of 'relaxing' and 7 mentions of 'relaxant' in player reviews. Since its release, the game has maintained an overwhelmingly positive reception, with 99% positive reviews out of 412 post-release reviews.

What it's about: Gérez votre friperie dans ce jeu de simulation “cozy” ! Rangez des cartons et découvrez des trésors oubliés, comme des vêtements, des antiquités, des jouets et bien d'autres encore. Décorez votre magasin, liez-vous d'amitié avec vos clients et créez la friperie de vos rêves.

In-game

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« I love this game and can't put it down, but PLEASE I beg for items to be stackable!!! »
👍 anonymous review · 24 h played11
« Soooo addicting, I'm loving the progression and the game loop. One of those "just one more day" type games. And everyone's super gay. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« I played in early access and loved it! so exited the full game is now out only played for a little while but I'm OBSESSED! I got the game to celebrate finishing uni and will have so much fun playing now. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played11
« Super chill, reposant de ranger les différents articles que l'on achète et de la découverte dans les cartons de seconde main. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« ce jeu est vraiment Chill tout simple mimi détente une vraie progression sans stress j'adore »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played
« It's fine. Not a bad game but it's extremely basic. It's not a game I'd usually pay for, I was expecting a lot more gameplay. It's so boring. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« Comparing this to Sticky Business, I feel it was so much easier to be detached from the story. The looking/moving mechanic and the hover-over item description really broke the flow for me. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« this is the best cozy game ever!! its so cute with such nice storylines :3 lowkey feels like free therapy, this is my new fav game!! thank u devs for this masterpiece »
👍 anonymous review · 45 h played1
« Tout aussi Cozy et coloré que le précédent jeu du studio, Sticky Business, et tout aussi bien. Les histoires de certains personnages se dévoilent au fil du temps et on prends plaisir à gérer notre petite boutique. »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played

In players' words

« I love this game and can't put it down, but PLEASE I beg for items to be stackable!!! »
👍 anonymous review · 24 h played11
« It's fine. Not a bad game but it's extremely basic. It's not a game I'd usually pay for, I was expecting a lot more gameplay. It's so boring. »
👎 anonymous review · 6 h played1
« Soooo addicting, I'm loving the progression and the game loop. One of those "just one more day" type games. And everyone's super gay. »
👍 anonymous review · 8 h played1
« Comparing this to Sticky Business, I feel it was so much easier to be detached from the story. The looking/moving mechanic and the hover-over item description really broke the flow for me. »
👎 anonymous review · 5 h played
« I played in early access and loved it! so exited the full game is now out only played for a little while but I'm OBSESSED! I got the game to celebrate finishing uni and will have so much fun playing now. »
👍 anonymous review · 4 h played11
« this is the best cozy game ever!! its so cute with such nice storylines :3 lowkey feels like free therapy, this is my new fav game!! thank u devs for this masterpiece »
👍 anonymous review · 45 h played1
« Super chill, reposant de ranger les différents articles que l'on achète et de la découverte dans les cartons de seconde main. »
👍 anonymous review · 10 h played
« Tout aussi Cozy et coloré que le précédent jeu du studio, Sticky Business, et tout aussi bien. Les histoires de certains personnages se dévoilent au fil du temps et on prends plaisir à gérer notre petite boutique. »
👍 anonymous review · 22 h played
« ce jeu est vraiment Chill tout simple mimi détente une vraie progression sans stress j'adore »
👍 anonymous review · 7 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
92 % pos · n=125
Graphics / art
100 % pos · n=45
Content / longevity
81 % pos · n=42
Story / writing
87 % pos · n=23
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=8
Interface / UX
14 % pos · n=7
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=3
Performance
100 % pos · n=2
Value for money
100 % pos · n=2
Multiplayer
100 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay12511564
Graphics / art454500
Content / longevity423480
Story / writing232003
Audio / music8800
Interface / UX7106
Stability / bugs3003
Performance2200
Value for money2200
Multiplayer1100

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 13 h on median; those who dislike it: 7.7 h.

<2h
100 % (n=9)
2-10h
97 % (n=132)
10-25h
100 % (n=209)
>25h
100 % (n=62)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

📈 Up since launch (+12 pts) — updates have won players over
May 2026 : 87% positive87MayJun 2026 : 99% positive99JunJul 2026 : 99% positive99Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€11.05€11.69€12.34€12.98€13.63€11.69

Steam price tracked automatically since May 18, 2026 · All-time low: €11.69 (May 18, 2026)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

13,2 % Moderate

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 37 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 62,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Gameplay dominates the praise: 115 positive mentions out of 125
  • Graphics are widely appreciated: 45 positive mentions out of 45
  • The game provides a relaxing experience: 9 mentions of 'relaxing' and 7 mentions of 'relaxant'

Weaknesses

  • Some players experience UI issues: 6 negative mentions out of 7
  • A few players encounter bugs: 3 negative mentions out of 3

Who is it for?

Thrifty Business is ideal for players seeking a calming and enjoyable simulation experience, particularly those who appreciate decoration and organization, with 24 mentions of 'décoration' and 15 mentions of 'organisation'.

Is Thrifty Business worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 97% of 994 Steam reviews are positive (player score 98/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay dominates the praise. Current price: 11,69€ (10% off).

Verdict

With its engaging gameplay, charming graphics, and relaxing atmosphere, Thrifty Business has won over players, as evident from its 97% overall positive review score and 99% post-release positive review score. The game's ability to provide a sense of satisfaction and fun, with 20 mentions of 'amusant' and 16 mentions of 'fun', makes it a great choice for those looking for a lighthearted simulation experience.

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