Night of the Consumers
- Rikk Wolf
- May 28, 2020
- 1 min read
"I LIKE MY
MEDICATION SHAKEN,
NOT STIRRED."
Rick, Flux, and Cylon step into the panic-stricken aisles of Night of the Consumers, a chaotic survival horror game set in the depths of retail hell. This timing couldn’t be more ironic as they take on crazed shoppers just before the world descended into actual chaos with COVID-19.
Armed with wit, sarcasm, and dubious customer service skills, the gang navigates unhinged customers, demanding tasks, and nightmarish inventory duties. Rick quickly loses his patience with the relentless hordes of needy patrons, while Flux blames management for creating such a dystopian work environment.
Meanwhile, Cylon—ever the optimist—tries to see the bright side of organizing aisles while dodging screaming customers. Expect over-the-top commentary, cathartic roasts of retail culture, and plenty of laughs as they tackle this absurdly relatable game. GAME BIO: Night of the Consumers is a 2020 indie survival horror game developed by Germfood. Players take on the role of a retail employee restocking shelves while being stalked by aggressive, uncanny customers inside a closing store. The game blends mundane workplace tasks with psychological horror, creating tension through time pressure and limited visibility. Its VHS-style visuals and distorted character designs amplify the sense of unease. Often compared to Paratopic and The Convenience Store, Night of the Consumers is praised for turning everyday retail anxiety into effective horror.
