MilkTea Time

Everything from the player model to the UI and the store looks basic, empty and to be honest, trashy. Chinese dev using a white player model and American names for a boba shop game? A Chinese made game that have leftover untranslated text and machine translation that don't make sense? Yeah that checks out. Don't even have English if you don't care about English speaking players. Gameplay is uninspired and lazy. They showcased a great title screen that make you think you are about to play a physic-based boba making game that let you customize boba recipes with lots of interesting ingredients, but when I play the game you barely get an animation for any interaction. Gameplay is just go to this station, click on this station, bring it to another crafting station, deliver to customer, done. I rather go play Diner Dash or the Delicious series.

I really wanna like this game, but what peeves me is how much the game SETS YOU UP TO FAIL. For a first couple of days, you're working by yourself. To get a lot of money, you need to make complex drinks or use expensive ingredients. To deal with customers on top of making complex drinks by yourself is overwhelming, the camera angle is pretty terrible, making it hard to read where you put your ingredients at. Everything is expensive and you cannot waste a single second if you want to get tips. Everyday, if your 5 starring your work days, there is always something new to add to the bs that already makes the game feel kinda hard. There's always money to be spent. Right now I'm autumn year 1 and I'm peeved to learn customers will leave without a place to sit. They won't order or nothing, they will just not order at all, making me lose money that I could have gotten. And for a shop that's been open for a couple of days, that's f-ing ridiculous expectations. That should have been functioned after you get 2 or 3 shop expansions/upgrades. You know.. WHEN YOU HAVE SPACE AND YOUR SHOP IS BIG ENOUGH TO PUT TABLES AND CHAIRS IN IT. I only have one shop expansion because everything is too expen…

MilkTea Time is a small-scale indie experience that builds its identity around one simple idea: celebrating comfort. Developed and published by 星九猫游戏-StarNineCat Games, the title invites players into a world inspired by the relaxing ritual of enjoying a cup of milk tea. Instead of pursuing ambitious mechanics or cinematic storytelling, it embraces a quieter approach that focuses on atmosphere and accessibility. The result is a game that feels less like a traditional challenge and more like a digital pastime meant to brighten a few moments of the day. From the outset, the game's presentation does much of the heavy lifting. Its colorful art style and inviting visual design create an environment that feels cheerful without becoming overwhelming. Character illustrations and thematic details consistently reinforce the game's café-inspired personality, giving it a distinct identity among other casual indie releases. There is a sincerity to its presentation that makes it easy to appreciate, particularly for players who enjoy titles that prioritize charm over spectacle. The soundtrack further complements the experience, offering a soothing backdrop that helps maintain the game's laid-back…

A few hours in, and I like this game out of all the coffee games I have.

I absolutely love the asthetics of this game... The graphics are also really great! The tutorial isn't obnoxious and actually very helpful. The speed of the game is quick if you're into that, so sometimes it can be challenging, but if you like a challenge, this game is indeed for you. I love it, it passes the time quickly and with enjoyment. I wish there was more clothing customization on this platform (apple) , but it's okay. I still thoroughly love and enjoy the game.

It's fun and endless.