Supermarket Together: A Deep Dive into Self-Checkout Terminals
In Supermarket Together, managing your store's efficiency is key to success. While teamwork simplifies operations, solo players often struggle, especially in later game stages on higher difficulty levels, even with hired staff. This is where the self-checkout terminal proves invaluable.
How to Build a Self-Checkout Terminal
Constructing a self-checkout is simple. Access the Builder Menu (press Tab) and locate the self-checkout option. The terminal costs $2,500. While a significant investment early on, it's a worthwhile purchase as you progress.
Is a Self-Checkout Worth the Investment?
Self-checkout terminals function as expected, diverting customers from busy cashier lines, reducing wait times and the risk of impatient customers leaving. However, remember that longer checkout times increase the likelihood of shoplifting.
Early game prioritization is crucial. Consider unlocking new products and stocking shelves before investing in self-checkout. With friends, multiple cashier stations are a more efficient early-game solution. Hiring employees and assigning them to checkout counters is another viable strategy.
The Downsides of Self-Checkout
While self-checkout eases customer management, especially solo, it introduces a risk: increased shoplifting. More self-checkout terminals correlate to a higher probability of robberies. Therefore, enhancing store security is essential when implementing self-checkout.
Late-game challenges, particularly on higher difficulties, involve increased customer traffic, more trash, and more thieves. Self-checkout terminals offer a crucial solution to alleviate these pressures, improving the overall manageability of your store in Supermarket Together.
