Underplayed Gems

Stay&Stack: Hotel Operation (2025)

Stay&Stack: Hotel Operation cover
Developer
SofRockGames
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 7 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 4.0 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

You balance ruthless competition with playful expansion, making strategic choices to grow a hotel empire on a city grid.

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What players say

Players praise the depth and freedom once past a steep learning curve, but almost everyone complains about the camera: no free movement, poor zoom, and confusing highlighting of hotels on the map. The lack of a proper tutorial makes the first hour a trial-and-error slog, though the game offers satisfying long-term strategy once you get the hang of it.

Screenshots

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