Store management games have become increasingly popular in the gaming world, offering players the chance to flex their entrepreneurial muscles in a risk-free virtual environment. While many think of titles like Shop Titans or Recettear when considering this genre, I'd like to explore how games that aren't explicitly about store management can still deliver similar satisfying experiences. Run 3 is one such unexpected example - a game that on the surface appears to be a simple endless runner, but beneath its straightforward gameplay lies elements that store management enthusiasts might find surprisingly familiar.

What makes a store management game engaging isn't just the literal act of running a shop, but the core loop of resource management, strategic decision-making, and progression systems. Let's explore how Run 3 incorporates these elements in a unique way and what lessons we can take from it for enjoying management games in general.