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Plan your next Crime Shop Simulator: A Prison Boss Game session
Our independent guide breaks down the documented loops of Crime Shop Simulator so you can plan each step without relying on hidden tricks. By focusing on crafting, police risk, reputation work, and shop upgrades, you’ll see how each system interacts and where to allocate effort.
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Assessing Mayor Bans
List the currently banned items versus allowed ones. When a ban changes, note how quickly you can pivot production and the cash impact of any downtime.
- Start with solo mode to learn the crafting flow before inviting a partner.
- When co‑op, discuss who will focus on brewing versus rolling to keep production steady.
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Efficiency Upgrade Planning
Compare the cost of each equipment upgrade against its speed boost. Prioritize upgrades that give the highest cash‑per‑time return, then observe the production difference.
- Watch the mayor’s current bans and switch to items that remain legal.
- Consider early equipment upgrades to reduce later production time.
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Balancing Legal and Contraband Sales
Track the ratio of legal to contraband sales over several sessions. Record police seizure frequency and adjust the mix to keep income steady while minimizing risk.
- Limit the amount of contraband on the stall to reduce seizure risk.
- Balance legal items with risky ones to keep sales flowing when police pressure rises.
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Reputation Pathways
Identify which city factions reward the most cash per job. Compare reputation gain per job and decide whether to focus on a single faction or diversify.
- Mix everyday sales with faction jobs to keep cash steady.
- Track which faction offers the best payout for your current inventory.
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Co‑op Role Division
When playing with a partner, assign distinct responsibilities—one handles brewing, the other rolling. Record how this division affects overall output and police attention.
- Prioritize equipment upgrades that directly improve production speed.
- Apply cosmetic upgrades after functional upgrades for added enjoyment.
