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Cart Life PC Steam Gift

Manage a street vendor business in this award-winning story-based life sim.

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  • Platform: Steam
  • Region: REGION FREE
  • Product type: Base Game
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About Cart Life

Cart Life is a story-driven life simulation game where you take on the roles of three street vendors in a small western US city. You'll run a newspaper stand, a coffee cart, and a bagel shop, each with its own unique challenges. The game focuses on the daily grind of small business ownership, from acquiring permits to managing inventory and customer service.

The game features intertwined stories that you can play in any order. Each character has their own background, goals, and struggles. As you progress, you'll make decisions that affect your business and personal life. Can you balance work, finances, and relationships to survive and thrive?

Gameplay involves setting up your cart, stocking supplies, setting prices, and serving customers quickly and accurately. You must manage your budget for rent, supplies, and personal expenses. Explore the city to find the best locations and interact with locals, but don't be late to work or your reputation will suffer.

Originally released on Steam in 2013, Cart Life won three Independent Game Festival awards and was praised by critics. However, the game was never fully finished. In 2023, creator Richard Hofmeier teamed up with AdHoc Studio to release the definitive version, which includes new content, improvements, and polish.

This definitive edition brings the complete vision of Cart Life to life. Experience a heartfelt and challenging simulation that explores the realities of entrepreneurship and survival. The game's pixel art style and ambient soundtrack create an immersive atmosphere.

Whether you're a fan of life sims, management games, or narrative-driven experiences, Cart Life offers a unique and rewarding challenge. Purchase your Steam gift now and dive into the world of street vending.

  • Guide three street vendors through their intertwined stories
  • Manage your cart, inventory, and budget
  • Serve customers and build relationships
  • Explore a small city and interact with locals
  • Definitive edition with new content and improvements

Specifications

PlatformSteam
RegionREGION FREE
TypeBase Game
Deal pathExternal offer

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Cart Life PC Steam Gift FAQ

Is Cart Life a base game or DLC?

Cart Life is a base game. This Steam gift provides the full definitive edition, no additional purchases required.

Can I play Cart Life on Mac or Linux?

Cart Life is available on Windows via Steam. Check the Steam store page for specific system requirements and platform availability.

What is included in the definitive edition?

The definitive edition includes new content, improvements, and polish over the original 2013 release, created by the original developer and AdHoc Studio.