Minimum Wage - Staff Cost Controller

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  ► Overview
  Take complete control of your staff expenses in Supermarket Simulator! This mod allows you to adjust employee wage costs using a
  configurable multiplier system, giving you the flexibility to reduce, eliminate, or even increase staff costs to match your preferred
  gameplay style.

  ► What This Mod Does
  The Minimum Wage mod intercepts all staff payment transactions in real-time and applies your chosen multiplier before the money is
  deducted from your account. This gives you precise control over one of the game's major ongoing expenses without affecting any other game
  mechanics.

  Note that depending on when you load in, you may need to wait a day before seeing your cost savings!

  ► Key Features
  • Flexible Wage Control: Set any multiplier from 0.0 to 2.0
    ○ 0.0 = Completely free staff (no wage costs)
    ○ 0.5 = Half the normal wage costs
    ○ 1.0 = Normal game behavior (unchanged)
    ○ 1.5 = 50% higher wages (for extra challenge)
    ○ 2.0 = Double wage costs (maximum difficulty)

  • Real-Time Configuration:
    ○ Access settings instantly via BepInEx Configuration Manager (F1 key in-game)
    ○ Changes apply immediately without restarting
    ○ Settings persist between game sessions

  • Transparency Features:
    ○ Optional detailed logging shows exactly how much you're saving
    ○ See original vs. modified wage amounts in real-time
    ○ Perfect for tracking your savings or understanding the mod's impact

  • User-Friendly Design:
    ○ Single DLL installation - no complex setup
    ○ Works seamlessly with existing saves
    ○ No impact on other game systems or achievements

  ► Installation
  1. Ensure BepInEx 5.x is installed in your Supermarket Simulator directory
  2. Download MinimumWage.dll from this mod page
  3. Place the DLL file in BepInEx/plugins/ folder
  4. Launch the game - the mod will load automatically

  ► Configuration
  • In-Game: Press F1 to open Configuration Manager, find "Minimum Wage" section
  • Config File: Edit BepInEx/config/com.supermarketsim.minimumwage.cfg
  • Settings Available:
    ○ WageMultiplier: Float value from 0.0 to 2.0 (default: 0.5)
    ○ EnableLogging: Boolean for detailed transaction logging (default: false)

  ► Use Cases
  • New Players: Reduce financial pressure while learning the game mechanics
  • Creative Players: Focus on store layout and customer satisfaction without wage stress
  • Challenge Seekers: Increase wages for additional difficulty
  • Testers: Experiment with different business strategies without financial constraints
  • Streamers: Create more engaging content without constant money management

  ► Troubleshooting
  • If the mod doesn't appear in F1 menu, ensure BepInEx Configuration Manager is installed
  • Check BepInEx/LogOutput.log for any loading issues
  • Enable logging in mod settings to verify wage modifications are working
  • Mod requires BepInEx 5.x (not compatible with older versions)

  ► Version History
  • v1.0.0: Initial release with core wage modification functionality

  ► Credits
  Created with assistance from Claude AI. Special thanks to the BepInEx and Harmony communities for their excellent modding frameworks.

  ► Support
  If you encounter issues or have suggestions, please report them in the comments section. Include your BepInEx log file for faster
  troubleshooting.