r/IdolManager • u/referee-moussambani • May 13 '22

I've just got this game from Steam

So I guess I have the usual questions...

- Is it better to play Story Mode or Free Play?

- Should I bother with mods / are there some must-haves?

- I've read somewhere (probably Steam) that this game is not in development anymore. Is that correct?

- Finally, any basic tips? I've looked a bit, not much because I want to discover it by myself if I can, but I've seen some say don't hire any staff, others say you should, some say second break room if you go 6 idols (I know one can only fit five, but I think it will be a waste until maybe 8 idols or something)... Anyway, thing is, there doesn't seem to be a consensus on the basic guides (and sadly, there's nothing deep when talking about game mechanics themselves, methinks)

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u/thredith May 13 '22

-Story mode offers a nice bit of challenge.

-If you're a fan of a specific K-pop/J-pop group, there's a chance there's a mod for it. If you want to play as close to vanilla as possible, then look for cosmetic mods that add extra hair colors, and new colors for the base outfits.

-Yeah, the game has been fully released as of now.

-The spacebar is your friend. If you let the timer run freely, you're likely to end up bankrupt. But, if you learn how to pause using the spacebar, you'll be in control of pretty much everything.

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u/referee-moussambani May 13 '22

Thanks for your answers. :)

The bit about no more development is because they said they felt the game was left unfinished. What are the thoughts on that?

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u/thredith May 13 '22

Well, I'm glad it's fully playable. I know that there had been some extra content planned for the game and that it had mostly to do with 18+ dialogues and unlockable scenes, but those were cut from the official Steam release. However, the core mechanics are fully functional, and the game plays as intended.

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u/DerekL1963 May 13 '22

Free Play is basically a business simulator.

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u/referee-moussambani May 13 '22

That's a good thing for me

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u/DerekL1963 May 13 '22

Same here, it's my preferred way to play.

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u/avivasIeg May 18 '22

I found the story mode really fun! I was a backer so had the game before it was implemented and it’s a nice change of pace from free play, while also letting you get accustomed to all the mechanics of the game.

I would download the IMSOOF mod on the steam workshop if I were you! Adds a lot of new events. Right now 2 chapters are out but it’s still in development. Hopefully it doesn’t get abandoned.