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GameFormatic S.A. · Published by GameFormatic S.A.
Mixed — 41% positive (124 reviews) · 31 achievements
Last updated 7 Oct 2026
Enter the world of shopkeepers trading in reclaimed goods! Bid for the best items at auction, prepare and clean the bought items, and then sell them in your shop. Test your skills and watch your business grow!
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Simulation, Casual · 2026 · More £5 - £15 games
Manage a shopkeeper's life in Salvage Shop Simulator, where you bid at auctions, clean items, and expand your store. Dive into the world of reclaimed goods with GameFormatic S.A.'s casual simulation experience.
About this game
Meet the Auctioneers and the Bidders
Dive into the thrilling world of high-stakes auctions, meticulous restoration, and profitable retail in Salvage Shop Simulator. Your journey begins as a humble shop owner turning discarded container cargo into a thriving business empire.
Move the Goods
Your inventory comes from one place: exciting container auctions. Each massive metal box has been salvaged from the deep, holding untold potential. With only 10 seconds to peek inside and make a split-second evaluation, you must quickly identify valuable finds and hidden junk. You'll be competing against a cast of NPC opponents, each with their own unique bidding personality and style. Learn their habits, anticipate their moves, and use clever tactics to secure the best haul at the lowest possible price.
Fix and Clean the Goods
Once the auction gavel drops and you secure your win, the real work begins. You'll need to load the winning items onto your transport vehicle. Start small, but as your profits grow, you can purchase new, larger vehicles to handle even the biggest hauls. Master the physics and the art of efficient loading to maximize every trip back to your shop.
Maintain and Upgrade the Store
Every item needs attention before it hits the shelves. Engage in satisfying minigames to bring life back to discarded goods:
Cleaning: Scrub off the grime and dirt with a dedicated cleaning minigame.
Repair: Use your workbench to restore items to better condition, boosting their potential sale price.
Evaluate: Visit an expert to evaluate the true value of your items. Be wary of bootlegs!
Manage Your Business
Your shop is your stage. You have full control over the retail space:
Custom Shop Layout: Personally design and arrange the shelving units and racks to maximize floor space and create the most appealing layout.
Merchandise Display: Carefully place each item on the shelves, deciding how to best showcase your top-tier finds and attract customer attention.
Personalize Your Space: Inject personality into your store by painting the walls. A visually appealing shop draws in more clientele!
The journey doesn't end with one successful shop. As your reputation and bankroll grow:
Unlock New Auction Locations: Gain access to different ports and specialized auction houses, offering higher-risk, higher-reward containers.
Expand Your Business: Acquire new, larger store locations in different parts of the city.
Reclaim New Property: Each new shop location needs your touch! You'll need to personally clean up and organize the newly acquired property before it’s ready to become your next retail hotspot.
Do you have the keen eye of a deal-maker, the steady hand of a restorer, and the business sense of a mogul? Test your skills and build a salvage empire in Salvage Shop Simulator!
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 8
- Processor: i5-11400H, AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GTX 1650 6GB VRAM, Radeon RX 590
- Storage: 13 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Salvage Shop Simulator Update #5
Hello Shopkeepers!We’re back with a large batch of fixes, gameplay improvements, and quality-of-life changes. Auctions & TravelReturning from auctions (leaving before or during bidding) now places the player back at their previous location.Added the ability to return to Rockabilly directly from the auction area.Improved auction summary screen descriptions:“Back to Shop” changed to Drive“Choose Shop” changed to LocationFixed display of scanned item values during auctions.Fixed an issue where container fillers could stop appearing in later stages of the game.Improved container generation system:More varied containersBetter use of free spaceFixed missing items that could fail to spawnAdded modifiers for expensive containers:More items appear in later stages of progression.Customers & Store FlowImproved customer movement:Better obstacle avoidanceRemoved “sliding” up/down movement effectMore accurate collisions with shelvesIncreased queue space in the first shop to prevent customer blockages.Improved behavior of customers waiting for free queue spots.Fixed an issue where customers could leave before collecting purchased items (only when queue was full).Fixed customers turning their backs to the door while leaving the store.Fixed visibility issues of some items while serving customers.Rockabilly ImprovementsFixed progress bar display while repairing/cleaning all items at once.Fixed a soft lock issue where opening the desktop screen during repair/cleaning/appraisal could block further actions until changing scenes.Correct money icon now appears instead of the $ symbol.Reduced the chance of receiving a negative appraisal.Reworked appraisal value calculations to make the system more useful.Cleaning & Item InteractionFixed dirt highlighting during cleaning for some items (for example: Skeleton).Improved cleaning interaction issues for:GramophoneCompassSkeletonVault 2Fixed picking up small items that fell onto the large display platform/shelf.Pricing & Shop ManagementFixed iss...Read full article on Community Announcements (GameFormatic Team)Patch NotesOfficial
Salvage Shop Simulator – Update #4
We’re back with another update focused on polishing gameplay, fixing reported issues, and improving overall experience across the shop. Thanks for all the feedback — it really helps us track down problems and make the game better with each update. Gameplay & SystemsFixed customer behavior — high prices now correctly result only in dissatisfaction (no unintended reactions)Improved unique item spawning logicFixed issues with unusual items appearing at Rockabilly Vehicles & InteractionIncreased colliders and trigger areas for the first vehicle for more reliable interactions Fixes & ImprovementsFixed camera issues during alligator repairFixed stuttering when packing items for auctionsFixed teleport position for items from the safety grid (Shop 3)Fixed NPC pathing and blocking issues in Shop 3Various fixes and improvements to Shop 3 scene LocalizationLocalization update ManualAdded a new card to the manualFixed missing text in the manual We’re continuously working on improvements and optimizations more updates are on the way. If you encounter any issues, feel free to share your feedback with us.Thanks for playing!Read full article on Community Announcements (GameFormatic Team)Patch NotesOfficial
Salvage Shop Simulator – Update #3 is here!
We’re rolling out another solid batch of fixes, improvements, and quality-of-life changes based directly on your feedback. This update focuses on better interactions, improved physics, auction balancing, and overall polish across the game. Gameplay & Interaction ImprovementsBlocked crouching inside vehicles to prevent clipping through roofsImproved item colliders in the truck + increased pickup trigger to better detect small items on the groundItem actions for conditionRead full article on Community Announcements (GameFormatic Team)Patch NotesOfficial
Update #2 – Improvements & Fixes
Hello!We’ve just rolled out a new update with a range of gameplay improvements, fixes, and quality-of-life changes. Here’s what’s new: Gameplay & SystemsAdded a safety net system for itemsAdded a player safety net + teleport fallback (just in case!)Improved item rotation behavior – items no longer rotate instantly on grab; first rotation snaps properly, then works as beforeHammer now appears when moving cabinets to clearly indicate the active mode UI & UX ImprovementsAdded paint preview feature (👁 icon)Updated paint interaction from “Buy” → “Paint” for better clarityYou can now exit the checkout view while serving customers or giving changeImproved auction window visuals (removed odd spacing issues)Added images to popups for better readability Economy & ProgressionLevels up now reward $1000 FixesFixed gold bar flickering (dirty texture issue)Fixed sound for the golden alligator itemPreloading items on slower systemsFixes for third store geometry issuesPerformance optimizations for low end systemsMore loading backgroundsTutorial softlock fix LocalizationUpdated and improved translations New ItemsWe’ve added a bunch of new items for you to discover, collect, and sell:Ancient Rocking ChairAncient ArmorCasketCoffee MillGramophoneDark RingGenie LampJewelry BoxJudah Coin BoxOld ClockOld CompassOld Witch PaintingSpyglassVoodoo DollWeltron RadioHornMetal Pot We’re constantly reading your feedback and watching how you play. A lot of these changes come directly from your reports and suggestions, so thank you for that it really helps us shape the game in the right direction. We’re still early in development and there’s plenty more to improve, but step by step we’re making the experience smoother and more enjoyable. If you run into any issues or have ideas, don’t hesitate to share them with us.Read full article on Community Announcements (GameFormatic Team)Patch NotesOfficial
Salvage Shop Simulator UPDATE #1
Hello Salvagers,First of all, thank you for all the feedback, bug reports, and support since the launch of Salvage Shop Simulator. We’ve been carefully reading your comments on Steam and other channels. Your feedback helps us improve the game and shape the next updates.Today we’re releasing Update #1, which focuses on gameplay improvements, fixes, and quality-of-life changes.Changes and ImprovementsCustomers now wait longer in the queue – waiting time increased from 30 to 50 seconds.Queue timing improved – customers now wait 5 seconds longer per queue position.Pause when Alt-Tabbing – the game now pauses when switching out of the game window.Queue system fixes – improvements and safeguards to prevent customers from getting stuck.Scanner tab added along with a clearer explanation of the trash container system in auctions.Item cleaning updated for some objects.Improved item valuation panel.Updated translations.Improved font in the item cleaning panel.Updated icon for the BoardGame item.Re-encoded videos to ensure they work properly on all devices.Tutorial fix – the trash container in the tutorial no longer waits for packing to finish before opening.Easier trash bag packing in containers.Option to mute AI sounds added to the settings.We will also continue working on performance improvements and optimization in the upcoming updates.If you experience any issues, please contact us at business@gameformatic.com and we will do our best to help.Also, remember that item prices can be adjusted using the scanner tool. To use it:Hold the middle mouse button (MMB) to open the Tool Menu.Hover over “Scan” and release MMB to equip the scanner.Approach the item and click LMB to scan and adjust its price.This system is also explained in the in-game manual.Thank you again for supporting Salvage Shop Simulator.Read full article on Community Announcements (GameFormatic Team)
