The Hambagu Shop
The Hambagu Shop is a cozy horror simulator where you work in a Japanese Hamburg Steak Shop. Cook Hamburg, serve customers, and upgrade your shop for more menu items.
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9 itemsAbout the Game
The Hambagu Shop is a cozy horror simulator where you work in a Japanese Hamburg Steak Shop.
You play as Mari, who inherits her late grandfather’s Hamburg Shop, and she must learn to tend and care for the shop to keep the business thriving, no matter what the cost...
The Game Loop
Grill Hamburg patties, stack them on top of fragrant rice, and add additional toppings before serving this delicious Hamburg Ricebowl to your lovely customers.
As you grow your shop, you will unlock a variety of sides dishes and beverages, with increasingly complex recipes to satisfy the unique tastes of your regular customers.
Upgrading your shop
In order to run a successful business, you need to reinvest your profits into The Hambagu Shop to make even more money. That is probably the point of running a business anyway...
The Horror
It is not all sunshine and cozy vibes in The Hambagu Shop. While serving customers, you may see haunting visions in the shop which lead you to believe that the shop is haunted.
Fair warning: This game is not for the faint of heart. There will be creepy atmosphere, loud jumpscares, and an unsettling story that slowly unfolds.
Features
Gameplay: a simple yet engaging loop, grill hamburg, prepare side dishes and serve customers.
VHS Aesthetics: Experience the game through a creepy VHS filter that adds a nostalgic and eerie atmosphere.
Story: Uncover Mari's personal story as she works in a Japanese hamburg Steak shop
For Content Creators
You are free to create content from the game and monetize the gameplay by any means. There are no other restrictions from my side when playing the game
