Leaving PC Gaming to Establish a Black-Alley Vending Machine Empire in Japan, Sparked by Idle Game Addiction Revealed at the Wholesome Direct
Digging into the world of vending machine enterprise, especially in Japan, might've never crossed your mind, let alone your bucket list. Surprisingly, after sinking what feels like an eternity into Vending Dokan!: Kozy Kiosk, it's come to light that this could be a goldmine of a business.
I managed to snatch a peek at Vending Dokan's demo back in February, and boy, I just couldn't get enough once it let me escape its clutches. Intrigued and eager for more, when the news of Vending Dokan!: Kozy Kiosk's immediate release after the Wholesome Direct dropped, I couldn't throttle back the enthusiasm.
Managing vending machines and ordering drinks ain't your typical definition of fun, I know. But, thanks to its idle format that's more than content to chug along in the background while you focus on something else, you'll find yourself losing track of time as you oversee your humble vending operation in an alleyway. Every now and then, you'll be required to restock the machines or bring in some fresh beverages to keep your customers grinning from ear to ear, but apart from that, it's a low-maintenance, hands-off game.
Ready for more than a passive gameplay experience? With the profits you earn from selling drinks, you can spice up the decor of your alleyway with lights, benches, and other scenery that'll help create a cozier environment, inviting more folks to hang around and splurge a little extra. Whatever you do, don't forget to keep the space tidy. A litter-strewn alley ain't gonna draw in the clientele!
Vending Dokan!: Kozy Kiosk might not be screaming 'MUST-PLAY!' from the rooftops, but if you're on the hunt for something to stick in the background while you multitask, it's addictively zen. It's as serene as watching over a Japanese alleyway can be, but it has left me with a craving for a Pocari Sweat and a handful of tabs open, stalking vending machine auctions.
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Kara PhillipsWhile I've had a hand in guiding, reviewing, or generally waffling about the oddities of the gaming universe for the past four years, I'm always more than happy to share my insights on the quirky indie games I've sunk countless hours into. When I'm not rasing armies of dodoes in Ark: Survival Evolved or clocking up katastrophic losses in Tekken, you can find me hopelessly browsing the web for the next big birdwatching game. Who needs the outdoors when you can do it from the comfort of your living room, right?
In the midst of discussing the entertaining world of idle games, we cannot overlook the new addition to the scene, Vending Dokan: Kozy Kiosk. This game, while not boisterously demanding your attention, offers a soothing experience akin to watching over a Japanese alleyway, and the profits earned can be used to enhance the aesthetic of your vending operation, making it even more appealing to customers. Moreover, the game's profit can even fund your own ventures in the vending machine market, such as bidding on auctions, as evidenced by my recent Pocari Sweat-fueled browser sessions.
