Supermarket Together: How To Build A Self-Checkout

In Supermarket Together, you're the store manager, responsible for smooth operations. However, solo play can quickly become overwhelming, juggling cashier duties, restocking, and ordering. While teamwork eases the burden, solo players, especially on higher difficulty levels, may find the late game challenging even with hired staff. A self-checkout system can significantly alleviate this pressure. Here's how to implement it.

How to Build a Self-Checkout

Constructing a self-checkout terminal is simple. Access the Builder Menu (press Tab) and locate the self-checkout option. The terminal costs $2,500, a manageable investment given the game's various income streams.

Is a Self-Checkout Worth the Investment?

Self-checkout terminals function as expected: they divert customers from busy cashier lines, reducing congestion and customer impatience. Slow checkout times can lead to shoplifting, so self-checkouts offer a solution. The cost is relatively low, but early-game funds are valuable; prioritizing new products from the Franchise Board might be wiser initially. If you have friends assisting, multiple cashier counters are a better early-game investment. Hiring employees and assigning them to checkout counters is another alternative.

While self-checkouts improve customer flow, especially in solo play, they also increase the risk of theft. More self-checkout counters correlate with a higher likelihood of robberies. Therefore, bolstering store security is crucial when implementing this system.

Late-game challenges, especially on higher difficulty settings, include increased customer traffic, more litter, and more shoplifters. Self-checkout terminals become invaluable tools for managing these increased demands in Supermarket Together.