Ministry of Stoic
r4kujin · 2025 · Simulation, Strategy, Casual, Point & Click, Puzzle
PC
4 user reviews100% · 4
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About Ministry of Stoic
Synopsis
A short, chill game about managing a ramen stall-front to distribute contraband 'cute-ware' to the masses in rebellion against a nation-wide strict anti-aesthetic policy.In a year ushering in peace after a large civil war broke out and claimed millions of lives in the city, the triumphant party declared a nation-wide policy of anti-aesthetics, leading a propaganda campaign to blame the war on 'vapid aesthetics' and 'excessive emphasis on frivolous positivity'.Any article found to be cute will immediately be deemed contraband and illegal to possess. You are tasked by the Rebellion to subvert the Ministry's narrative by distributing various 'cute-ware' to the masses via a ramen stall front.Features
- Collect a wide variety of items from various gachapon machines to supply your agenda
- Optimize your sales by figuring the best possible configuration of items to be put on your stall's sale grid
- Discover many combinations of items that can be used to forge better items
- Strategize how to maximize your sales by making use of the various sales effects that forged items possess
- Automate the various processes in the production pipeline to improve productivity
- Expand your rebellion's influence in the area by adding more stalls and gachapon machines to your disposal
- Whole new Arcade mode!
What Steam players say
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✦ AI summary
Players love this cozy gacha game for its relaxing, satisfying mechanics, charming art style, and clever premise about spreading cuteness as quiet rebellion against a restrictive regime. The simple gameplay, lovely music, and interesting story make it perfect for unwinding, though some players note the experience is relatively short and straightforward. The backpack management system and cute item collection add engaging depth to what is ultimately a brief but delightful experience.
⭐Unique premise and tone ⭐Relaxed, approachable gameplay ⭐Stylistic consistency and mood ⭐Good value for a short form game I really enjoyed the chill vibe of this game. Something about the sounds the gacha machine makes is just so satisfying! I could literally sit there and spin it all day. The art is beautiful, and the music hits that relaxing, nostalgic mood perfectly. It’s such a cute game for a world that’s banned cute things, and every little item you get is just adorable. The mechanics are simple and easy to understand, which makes it perfect to unwind with after work or a long day. It’s cozy, calm, and just fun to vibe with. The story is actually really interesting too! Without spoiling anything, it’s got this mix of quiet rebellion and melancholy. You can feel that something deeper is going on beneath the cozy atmosphere, and it makes every little “cute” thing you do feel kind of powerful. I had so much fun playing this game!! Honestly, Ministry of Stoic feels like the perfect mix of cozy and rebellious!! SUPER KAWAII!! ⭐ 10/1010 found this helpful
Cute is justice.8 found this helpful
Ministry of Stoic stirs the rebel in you to take action against an anti-aesthetic government through the power of cute trinkets! The plot of the game sparks an (unintentionally?) meta narrative on going against hustle culture and taking time and resources to acquire things you like which may have no overt purpose except to bring you joy. By running illegal gacha machines and selling the cute-wares at a ramen stall, you spread the power of cuteness to the masses. I also love backpack management, so having the store run through that system made me happy and kept me playing! Some of the visitors may also have a specialised look to them... (The developers included some cameos of Vtubers in this game, adorable!)1 found this helpful
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