The Shaved Ice Shop
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About The Shaved Ice Shop
The Shaved Ice Shop is a single-player indie simulator where you manage a tropical shaved ice business while navigating a creeping sense of unease. Developed by Holitass and released in 2025, it blends casual resource management with subtle horror elements. You’ll slice ice, mix flavors, and serve customers like coffee and milkshake orders, but the vibe shifts as strange patrons and eerie occurrences seep into the routine. Set in a neon-lit, pastel-hued world, it’s a slow-burn experience that balances mundane tasks with unsettling twists. Think Stardew Valley meets Five Nights at Freddy’s, but with a focus on frozen desserts and quiet dread.
Gameplay
Your day starts by chopping ice, selecting syrups, and brewing coffee. Each customer has specific requests, and satisfying them earns coins to upgrade tools or unlock new recipes. The horror aspects manifest through cryptic messages, flickering lights, and odd customer behavior. Controls are straightforward, mouse clicks to slice, drag ingredients, and serve, but tension builds as late-night shifts bring unpredictable challenges. The game’s rhythm alternates between methodical preparation and brief scares, like a patron vanishing mid-order. RPG elements include tracking a “hunger” meter and a stress gauge that affects how quickly the shop’s atmosphere turns sinister. Sessions last 30-60 minutes, with each shift feeling like a mix of routine and suspense.
What Players Think
With a 4.3/5 rating from 12,000 players, the game has a 89% positive review rate. Average completion time is 14.5 hours, and 62% of players finish the main story. Community moods are split: 58% “chill,” 28% “creeped out,” and 14% “confused.” One user wrote, “The horror is more atmospheric than jump-scares, which fits the vibe.” Achievement completion stands at 81%, with 75% unlocking the “Midnight Shift” bonus level. Critics praise its originality but note the combat-free approach may not suit action fans. The game’s price point of $19.99 aligns with similar indies, and 83% of players say it’s “worth the cost for the unique tone.”
PlayPile's Take
This game is a niche pick for fans of low-stress simulators with a side of psychological unease. If you enjoy methodical task management and subtle horror, it’s a solid $20 buy. The 32 achievements add replay value, but the lack of multiplayer or deep combat may deter some. It’s not for everyone, but its odd charm and gradual tension make it stand out in the indie scene. Play it if you want to chill with a sliver of dread in your dessert.
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