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2012USK 0PC, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck playable95 % positive9.49 €

Start a tiny game studio in an 80s garage and grow it through gaming history by mixing genres, topics and development focus to hit the right formula. A relaxed, addictive management sim full of nods to real consoles and companies.

  • Economy and management
  • Cosy, great for unwinding
  • Tactical depth
  • Strong character progression
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Mad Games Tycoon

99 %Match

2016PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck playable91 % positive−50 % 14.99 € 7.49 €

Brings what grabs you about Game Dev Tycoon: economy and management, a cosy mood to unwind as well as tactical depth.

A business sim where you grow a game studio from a 1980s garage into an industry giant. You design your own games, hire and train staff, research new technologies and expand your offices.

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