Anime Shop Simulator Scanner Guide
Quick answer
The scanner is confirmed as a tool for exposing customers who hide goods under their clothes and try to pass the register. Exact controls, range and penalties are not verified yet.
The Anime Shop Simulator scanner is a checkout security tool. The official Steam community update "Checkout Checks" says some visitors can hide a restricted book under their clothes and try to sneak it past the register, and that a scanner can expose the thief.
For restricted sales rules, start with the ID Check Guide. For broader store threats, use the Anime Shop Simulator Shop Defense Guide.
What The Scanner Does
| Scanner Use | Status |
|---|---|
| Detects hidden goods during checkout | Confirmed |
| Helps expose shoplifting attempts | Confirmed |
| Connects to the 18+ manga checkout flow | Confirmed |
| Works with the wider shop defense loop | Confirmed by context, exact timing not verified |
When To Assign It
In co-op, the scanner belongs with the checkout role unless launch testing shows a separate security station. The checkout player already handles payments and ID checks, so scanner use should stay close to the register during early sessions.
For team planning, see the Anime Shop Simulator Co-op Roles Guide.
Not Verified Yet
- Scanner controls.
- Scanner range or cooldown.
- Whether false positives exist.
- Whether every hidden item is restricted or only some products are checked.
- Exact penalties for missing a scanner check.
Sources
| Source | Use |
|---|---|
| Steam Community Hub | "Checkout Checks" update for hidden goods, scanner use and theft detection |
| Steam Store | Shop management and checkout context |