I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator - Pizza Shop Owner's Mafia Debt

8/23/2026, 5:19:12 PM

Release date: 4/1/2026

Tags: #simulation #co-op #cooking #crime #character-customization #first-person #economy #singleplayer

User Reviews

Score: 91%Very Positive
Review Count: 428 reviews
Fetched At: 8/23/2026, 5:19:12 PM

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¥ 1,700 (JPY)

Steam JP

$12.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,700
Global Price: $12.99
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Key highlight

Manage a pizza shop and undertake shady mafia favors in this dual-life simulation game. Features online co-op and character customization.

Who this is for

Tackle mafia debt by running a pizza shop and doing shady jobs in this uniquely-themed simulation game. Team up with friends for a thrilling dual life!

Details

Overview

In "I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator," players are thrust into a precarious situation: a substantial debt owed to a dangerous mafia. Instead of polite reminders, the mafia resorts to kidnapping, presenting a stark ultimatum: work off the debt or face dire consequences. This simulation game challenges you to manage a legitimate pizza shop while simultaneously undertaking illicit jobs for the mob.

Highlights

Dual-Life Management: Juggle the daily operations of a pizza shop with clandestine criminal activities, all while evading law enforcement.
Mafia Underworld: Navigate the treacherous world of organized crime, taking on shady favors and learning the intricate social dynamics of Hobarey Town.
Cooperative Play: Team up with friends in online co-op to tackle the challenges of managing your dual life and paying off your debt.

Who It's For

This game is for players who enjoy simulation titles with a unique twist, offering a blend of economic management, narrative-driven choices, and cooperative gameplay. If you're looking for a game that combines the mundane with the dangerous, and enjoy building connections (or making enemies) in a fictional town, "I Know a Guy" might be for you.

Game Info

Developed and published by Bunch'o'Nerds, "I Know a Guy: Shady Life Simulator" is a first-person simulation game that also features co-op multiplayer. Players can customize their characters and immerse themselves in the economy of Hobarey Town. The game supports single-player and online co-op modes, with release on April 1, 2026. It is available in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, and Russian.