Doraemon Dorayaki Shop Story is a simulation game where players manage a sweets shop alongside the iconic character Doraemon. Players prepare dorayaki and other confections, set up shop facilities, and serve customers, including various characters from Fujiko F. Fujio's manga. The game involves ingredient gathering through exploration, using Doraemon's secret gadgets to overcome obstacles, and discovering new recipes.

Staff members possess exploration and skill parameters that influence ingredient discovery and sweet creation. Players can decorate their sweets and build themed facilities to enhance shop charm and genre bonuses. The objective is to rank up the shop by meeting specific conditions, unlocking new management opportunities and expansion options.