Vending Machine Co.

Simulation· Casual· Job Simulator· Wholesome

Released Apr 2026

Run your kawaii vending machine company! A relaxing sim where you manage, restock, and repair your vending machines across a charming Japanese city. Pick neighborhoods, stock up on snacks, set the perfect price, upgrade your machines. Enjoy lots of fun minigames along the way.

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Steam Updated 12 Oct 2026 $14.99

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Evaluation

Vending Machine Co. launched on April 25, 2026 as a full 1.0 release. The game had an active development period prior to launch, including a public demo running from September 2025 through early April 2026 with regular updates. The full release featured a substantially expanded city compared to the demo, with 6+ neighborhoods, new systems for partnerships, sponsorships, and rival machines, and various gameplay improvements. Since launch on April 25, 2026, Rogue Duck Interactive has been consistently active: a bug fix patch shipped April 26, a feature patch on April 28, another feature patch on May 2 adding new game modes (Relax Mode and Speed Mode), and a further update on June 12 focused on Steam Deck compatibility and save system improvements. This shows strong post-launch engagement from the developer. The only DLC listed is a Supporter Pack that launched alongside the base game on April 25, 2026 — this is a cosmetic/support-tier item rather than a content expansion. The developer has not announced any future content, expansions, or DLC beyond what has already shipped. Given the game only launched in late April 2026, there is simply not enough post-launch history to determine whether additional content updates are planned for the future.

Evidence

Full 1.0 release launched with expanded city, new gameplay systems, truck upgrades, machine customization, and improved minigames.

news post · Apr 25, 2026 source content shipped

high

v1.2.0 added Steam Deck support with improved controls and UI, and refactored the save/load system.

news post · Jun 12, 2026 source development ongoing

medium

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Released

Vending Machine Co. - Supporter Pack

Apr 2026

Media

Details

Developer

Rogue Duck Interactive

Publisher

Rogue Duck Interactive

Achievements

141

Platform

Windows, macOS, Linux

Controller

—

Steam Deck

Playable

Players

Single-player

Job Simulator Wholesome Simulation Casual Anime Cozy Management Organizing Colorful Inventory Management Economy Shop Keeper Relaxing Idler Cute

About this game

Vending Machine Co. is a cozy management and job simulator where you build your own vending machine business across a lively Japanese-style city. Stock your machines, set prices, explore new areas, and enjoy lots of fun minigames along the way.

Explore, Interact, Grow Your Business!

Start small with just a few machines and limited items. Pick your first area. Will you begin in the calm streets of Komorebi Homes or the busy, colorful Otaku Alley?

Grow your business across the city. Each area has different people and different needs. Office workers want quick drinks, tourists look for fun items, and every spot gives you new ways to earn money.

Core Gameplay:

🗾 Unlock new areas with different customer types
🛠️ Place and upgrade vending machines around the city
🛒 Buy items like ramen, drinks, gadgets, and gachapon toys
💸 Set your prices or let the game help you
📦 Upgrade machines with heaters, coolers, and new features
🎮 Play minigames and side activities to earn more money

As you grow, you will unlock more items and better strategies. Put the right products in the right places and keep up with daily trends to earn more profit.

Features & Systems:

🚚 Manage your truck and restock machines in a simple and satisfying way
⚡ Shift + Click or Double Click boxes to restock vending machines or quickly move them into your truck
🎨 Change your truck color and add fun stickers
🏮 Add special upgrades in areas like Yakuza Row for unique effects
🎴 Buy charms in Temple Grounds that give daily bonuses
🐟 Go fishing at Harbor Market to earn extra money during slow days

Play your way. Focus on making the most money, or relax and enjoy the simple loop of stocking, selling, and upgrading.

With better balance, smoother progression, and more ways to earn money through contracts and side activities, Vending Machine Co. is easy to pick up and fun to master.