This British pub renovation sim is a slice of life in the Midlands
Nothing Ever Happens Here is a British life simulation game set in Burntwood, Staffordshire, in 2011, where players renovate a pub room by room. The game centers on rebuilding The Bell End pub after the player's grandad loses his alcohol license. Developed by solo indie developer Jack Somers under the name NoahsArkGames, it draws on personal family experiences and regional culture.
- ▪The game is set in the real town of Burntwood in southern Staffordshire, not far from Birmingham.
- ▪Players take on the task of renovating The Bell End pub after the owner loses the license to sell alcohol.
- ▪Nothing Ever Happens Here was created by solo developer Jack Somers, also known as NoahsArkGames.
- ▪The narrative is inspired by the developer's own grandfather and aims to capture a slice of British Midlands life.
- ▪The game is available for wishlist on Steam and features a strong regional identity and personal storytelling.
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