# Bookshop Empire

> Bookstore simulation game focused on management, curation, and customer service. (iPhone/iPad app by CDT GAMES LIMITED.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshop-empire/id6756104825 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CDT GAMES LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1845993422)
- Category: Games, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 201 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 678 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-03-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshop-empire/id6756104825/reviews.md

## What is Bookshop Empire?

Bookshop Empire – Build Your Dream Bookstore and Master the Art of Literary Retail!

Welcome to Bookshop Empire, the ultimate bookstore management game where you transform a humble book corner into a thriving literary haven. Dive into the world of book retail, curate your collection, and create a cozy space that readers will love.
Manage your own Bookshop: import books, set prices, serve customers, decorate your store, and expand your space. Face exciting challenges like online orders, rare book hunting, and customer satisfaction.

Key Features of Bookshop Empire
- BOOKSTORE MANAGEMENT
Design and customize your shop layout for comfort and charm. Organize shelves by genre, create reading nooks, and optimize flow for customer experience.
- BOOK IMPORT & DISPLAY
Order books across genres, unpack deliveries, and arrange titles on shelves with care and strategy.
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
Interact with readers, process payments, and ensure smooth transactions.
- DYNAMIC ECONOMY
Set competitive prices, monitor demand, and adjust inventory to maximize profits while keeping customers happy.
- GROW YOUR BUSINESS
Reinvest earnings to build a literary empire that reflects your vision.

In Bookshop Empire, every decision shapes your story. Will you become the beloved neighborhood bookshop or a bustling cultural hub? The shelves are yours to fill.

## Key features

- Bookstore management and customization
- Book import and display by genre
- Customer interaction and service
- Dynamic pricing and economy
- Business growth and expansion
- Decorate and optimize store layout

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Alex - Premium Stocker | $4.99 | one-time |
| Emma - Premium Cashier | $4.99 | one-time |
| Free delivery | $8.99 | one-time |
| Special Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Energy 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cash 5 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Cash 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cash 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cash 4 | $8.99 | one-time |
| Energy 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Welcome Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ad-free experience | $9.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade Ad-Free | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 27)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshop-empire/id6756104825/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Ads

*2026-08-26, version 1.0.10*

Reason why I refuse to play this games is down to the ads £9.99 nah you’re dreaming that’s just insulting other games charge £1.99 but not you

### 1/5 — Реклама

*2026-08-18*

Очень много…

### 2/5 — Ad gets in the way!

*2026-08-03, version 1.0.10*

I really wanted to love this game, but the ad sitting right in the bottom middle of the screen makes it awkward to play!

### 5/5 — I love this!

*2026-07-17, version 1.0.10*

I’m a huge fan of tiny bookshop owners n my switch, but I don’t always have my switch with me. With this I can play a similar type of game anytime. I just downloaded this game like 3 days ago and I’ve already expanded my shop twice, purchased a shop kitty, and gotten to like day 16. I’m having so much fun.

Edited to add: I’m still really enjoying this game, however a couple of small things I wish could be implemented are that the stocker would fully stock the games, not just one game per shelf when it holds two. He will stock a shelf full of books but only one game. I also wish we could specify items to a specific shelf, so that if I run out of evolution books, the stocker will only stock evolution there unless I don’t have anymore. Sometimes I end up with 4 shelves of the same book, when I have plenty of other books they can stock instead of 4 shelves of DNA. I also wish there was some area where users could give feedback as opposed to editing their review like this.

### 4/5 — Loving the game

*2026-06-12, version 1.0.8*

Absolutely love the game but it’s not as good as the PC version purchased through Steam. I don’t have a PC so this is as close as it is going to get. What I would love to see is when pricing books, if maybe you can have it like the PC version? Where you can set to market price first add 10% or whatever percentage more and then have a round option so you are not dealing with cents in the game. Also would love the option of the cats and selecting a cat like in the PC version that has names.

### 5/5 — My game

*2026-06-11, version 1.0.7*

I love the game but ask I was almost done with level 6 my mop disappeared, I can’t mop I have to use 20 lighting bolts every time to clean my book store. Can you fix it

### 5/5 — Best game hands down

*2026-06-03, version 1.0.7*

Absolutely LOVE this game. I play for hours! One of the best games on the App Store for simulation. Couple ideas if your interested lol
A coffee shop or cafe in your bookstore would be amazing feature for different levels. Where we can actually make the coffee as well.  Also we have furniture but the NPC just sit, it would be cool if they could read the book they bought or drink coffee. 
Also the scanner if it could work for all things that need ordered like books and games not just books that would be helpful. 
Let me know if need anymore suggestions lol

### 4/5 — Игра

*2026-05-31*

Игра классная , но сотрудники просто зависли и ничего не помогает , исправьте пожалуйста (

**Developer response:** Спасибо за отзыв! 😊 Мы уже работаем над улучшением поведения сотрудников и исправлением подобных ошибок в будущих обновлениях. Благодарим за поддержку!

### 2/5 — Battery Issues

*2026-05-28, version 1.0.6*

Potential to be a really enjoyable game. Understand it’s new and improvements being made often. Been playing for a couple of days now and starting to expand etc. The main downside/frustration is that it absolutely drains my battery. I’ve played this today for just over an hour mins and it’s used 40% of my iPhone 16 pro battery…

### 2/5 — bugs

*2026-05-23, version 1.0.5*

could be good, you can buy storage racks but you can’t put anything on them! also there’s no seperate part for the storage racks to go? so you have to have them in the shop 

would be enjoyable if bugs were sorted and more thought as to what works in a simulator game.

## Frequently asked questions about Bookshop Empire

### What is Bookshop Empire?

Bookshop Empire is a simulation game where you build and manage your own bookstore. You'll import books, set prices, serve customers, and expand your shop to create a thriving literary business.

### How do I manage my book inventory in Bookshop Empire?

You can order books across various genres and unpack deliveries to arrange them on your shelves. Strategic placement by genre and optimizing store flow are key to customer satisfaction and sales.

### Can I customize the look of my bookstore in Bookshop Empire?

Yes, you can design and customize your shop layout for comfort and charm. This includes organizing shelves by genre, creating reading nooks, and optimizing the customer experience.

### Does Bookshop Empire have multiplayer?

The provided information does not mention multiplayer capabilities for Bookshop Empire. It appears to be a single-player management simulation experience.

### Is Bookshop Empire available offline?

Information regarding offline play for Bookshop Empire is not specified. Many simulation games require an internet connection for certain features like updates or in-app purchases.

### What devices can I play Bookshop Empire on?

Bookshop Empire is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, indicating it is primarily designed for iOS platforms.

### How often is Bookshop Empire updated?

The latest version is 1.0.10, released on July 3, 2026, with the initial release on March 31, 2026. This suggests a relatively frequent update schedule for the game.

### What is the age rating for Bookshop Empire?

Bookshop Empire has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.10 — 2026-07-03

- Bug fixes and performance  improvements.

### 1.0.9 — 2026-06-24

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.0.8 — 2026-06-12

- Added the Storage Room.
- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.0.7 — 2026-05-29

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.0.6 — 2026-05-27

- Added new decor items.
- Added Spanish language support.
- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-28.*
