Tabletop Game Shop Simulator

Tabletop Game Shop Simulator is a business simulation game developed by Ludogram and Knight Fever Games and published by Knight Fever Games. It launched in Early Access on November 12, 2025 and reached its full release on May 28, 2026 for PC on Steam. The game lets you run the tabletop game shop of your dreams — stocking shelves, gluing and painting miniatures, hosting game nights, and growing your store into the ultimate hobby paradise.

About the Game

Tabletop Game Shop Simulator is built for people who dream of owning a dedicated tabletop game shop. You manage inventory, set up the space for customers, and engage with the hobby community by hosting in-store events. Furthermore, the miniature painting and assembly mechanics go beyond simple shelf-stocking, giving you a hands-on hobby experience within the business sim format. That extra layer makes it feel genuinely made by people who love the hobby.

The game taps into the real-world appeal of the friendly local game store, a cultural institution beloved by board game and miniature wargaming communities. Hosting game nights where customers actually play in your shop is one of the more distinctive features. Additionally, the full release in May 2026 after an Early Access period means the game arrived polished and complete. It is a niche sim that commits fully to its world.

Key Features

Miniature Gluing and Painting

You glue and paint miniatures as part of running the shop, not just as decoration. That mechanic gives the game a tactile hobby identity beyond standard shop management. Furthermore, well-painted display models attract customers and reflect the shop’s personality. The painting system is a genuine differentiator.

Game Night Hosting

You invite customers to play tabletop games in your shop during hosted game nights. That social event mechanic reflects the real culture of the friendly local game store. As a result, the shop becomes a community hub, not just a retail space. Hosting successful events builds a loyal customer base.

Shelf Stocking and Inventory Management

Managing your product range, keeping shelves stocked, and choosing what to carry are core daily operations. The inventory system reflects the real decisions independent game shop owners face. Moreover, stocking the right mix of products for your customer base drives revenue. Every purchasing decision matters.

Store Design and Growth

You design and expand your store layout as the business grows. Creating the ideal shop environment for your community is an ongoing creative project. In addition, the nerd paradise goal gives the game a clear and charming long-term aspiration. Every upgrade moves you closer to the perfect hobby space.

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