GRUBSTAKE: A Post Apocalyptic Pawn Shop

Game premise and mechanics

GRUBSTAKE: A Post Apocalyptic Pawn Shop is a shopkeeper simulator set in a post-apocalyptic world. Players operate a pawn shop where they trade items brought in by scavengers. There are no menus or fixed prices; instead, every customer proposes a price based on their needs and past experiences. Your task is to assess the value of the items, managing inventory and crafting components while dealing with the honesty of the customers.

Inventory management

The game emphasizes a physical and visual approach to inventory. All items are stored on shelves that the player arranges themselves. There are no lists or search functions to find what's available; instead, you must remember where you placed items. If a customer requests a component, you have to physically check the shelves while they watch, which adds pressure to your decision-making.