Game Dev Tycoon

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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1191 Ratings

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  1. Glampkoo
    Oct 21, 2013
    10
    IMO This is in my list of favourite games. Yes, it actually is.
    When I first played the game I saw all these consoles which I never heard about or at least know them very well. I started making games and really enjoyed the game. Then I started having interest on retro gaming. I played a lot of NES games for funz and realized that the only thing matters in a game is gameplay or story.    IMO This is in my list of favourite games. Yes, it actually is.
    When I first played the game I saw all these consoles which I never heard about or at least know them very well. I started making games and really enjoyed the game. Then I started having interest on retro gaming. I played a lot of NES games for funz and realized that the only thing matters in a game is gameplay or story. Graphics are optional.
    TL;DR Very good game, deserves it's 9€ or whatever.    … Expand
  2. vampireboar
    May 14, 2013
    8
    Pretty good game. Overall. The visual style is extremely cute, it's got plenty of reasonably funny bits, it's just generally enjoyable to play.

    It has got a few big problems though, the scoring for your games doesn't feel connected enough to your decisions and the research system the custom engine system are just idiotically executed. If you can overlook those serious problems though,    Pretty good game. Overall. The visual style is extremely cute, it's got plenty of reasonably funny bits, it's just generally enjoyable to play.

    It has got a few big problems though, the scoring for your games doesn't feel connected enough to your decisions and the research system the custom engine system are just idiotically executed.
    If you can overlook those serious problems though, you will find a lot of fun here.    … Expand
  3. Krald
    Oct 2, 2013
    8
    This game is a fairly pleasant tycoon game that takes me refreshingly back to the days of theme hospital and similar such games. Easy to play and surprisingly addictive, it's very much an enjoyable experience chartering the history of the game development industry from garage to multi-faceted tech giant.

    While it won't go down in history as as memorable as some previous simulation    This game is a fairly pleasant tycoon game that takes me refreshingly back to the days of theme hospital and similar such games. Easy to play and surprisingly addictive, it's very much an enjoyable experience chartering the history of the game development industry from garage to multi-faceted tech giant.

    While it won't go down in history as as memorable as some previous simulation games, it nonetheless is an enjoyable and cheap experience that can easily notch you ten hours of playtime even with just one playthrough.

    The game rewards experimentation and proper planning, and while never being the most complex of titles it has just enough depth for me to enjoy. Managing your staff is important, specialising them through training is a big factor, and specialising your company with smart research leaning you towards certain genres can mean you can reliably create long-development AAA titles with high scores and sales. It takes some tinkering to get perfect.

    As for some of the issues other user reviewers have stated, pace can be modified, pick a 42 year playthrough if you want a slower, more paced journey through the game. Control over review scores is possible, much of it is logical and can be deduced from what you would logically think would make a good game. Beyond that, there is research which slowly uncovers the nuances of all the mechanics, and gives you a more in-depth overview, this information can me carried over onto new playthroughs so you can gradually build up a database of what works and what doesnt. If you're too impatient for that, there are various wiki articles that lay out the mechanics in plain sight and show that it's not quite as "Mystical" as it may seem.

    Replayability is not stellar I admit, but I am already considering a third playthrough there is the desire to improve and do it better, to conquer the industry at a quicker rate. If you really take to the game you could easily be set up for a good thirty-forty hours of fun even if you do not, one playthrough could still be ten-odd hours of fun.

    All-in-all I heartily recommend it to fans of simulation games, or those just curious for something a little different, for all the calls of it copying game dev story it still is practically one of two game development titles that I am aware of, and in an ocean of same-old-same-old titles that is still a pretty unique snowflake.    … Expand
  4. Beanbag
    Aug 31, 2013
    8
    Game Dev Tycoon is a great casual game, and for the price I really can't complain. It's an indie endeavor, and while it doesn't achieve great technological marks it is very entertaining and will keep you occupied for hours (unless you pirated it! Shame!) as you progress through the different levels of the game. The mechanics can be a little obscure at first, but once you master managingGame Dev Tycoon is a great casual game, and for the price I really can't complain. It's an indie endeavor, and while it doesn't achieve great technological marks it is very entertaining and will keep you occupied for hours (unless you pirated it! Shame!) as you progress through the different levels of the game. The mechanics can be a little obscure at first, but once you master managing your staff and achieving balance it becomes much easier to produce hits and dig into the deeper end-game level content. All in all I give it a solid 8. Great fun, great price.… Expand
  5. Invino
    Dec 10, 2013
    10
    Top notch little game. Cartoony gfx from an age gone by, but endearing for those old enough.

    If you were ever a fan of Capitalism II (even Movies Inc), you will like this.
  6. ted88pd
    Dec 11, 2013
    8
    Ho sempre provato una certa repulsione per i giochi casual, ma questo il primo che amo e che adoro alla follia. Game Dev Tycoon una piccola perla videoludica un capolavoro del mondo Indie, riesce a mettere alla prova la tua fantasia, la tua inventiva e le tue capacità gestionali, insomma un gioco che riesce a tirare fuori il meglio dal giocatore. Non avrà certamente un gameplay vario maHo sempre provato una certa repulsione per i giochi casual, ma questo il primo che amo e che adoro alla follia. Game Dev Tycoon una piccola perla videoludica un capolavoro del mondo Indie, riesce a mettere alla prova la tua fantasia, la tua inventiva e le tue capacità gestionali, insomma un gioco che riesce a tirare fuori il meglio dal giocatore. Non avrà certamente un gameplay vario ma di sicuro sa essere originale nel suo piccolo, non avra una grafica da urlo ma lo stile cartoonesco accompagnato da musiche spensierate e rilassanti regaleranno ore ed ore di puro divertimento a chi riuscirà a cogliere la bellezza di questo gioco.… Expand
  7. redich
    Aug 30, 2013
    10
    The last time I had such a great pleasure of a Tycoon game was with Sid Meier's Railroad Tycoon. Here we have finally again a Tycoon game made properly. Game Dev has this "just one more turn" over it as in Sid's Civilization just not here a "turn" but "just one more GAME"

    10, 10, 10, 10 from me. Very good game for the price!
  8. Snowcaller
    Sep 6, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've have played for 36 hours since early Tuesday...or late Monday, depending on how literal you feel ;like being
    Nary Civilisation, Far Cry 3 nor Mortal Kombat could sway me, and I've a dual card set up to test on my pretty games that took up nearly a day of that time to set up.
    I'd have paid double what I did for this much use in such a short space of time.
    Just trying to master the end stretch of the game now, as pleasing those oh-so understanding gamers as the competition gets tougher.
    More please.     … Expand
  9. Duskspark
    Nov 3, 2013
    9
    As someone who usually doesn't enjoy Tycoon games and a mild lover of the occasional strategy game, I must say "Game Dev Tycoon" is simple to handle, fun to understand and highly addictive to play. Start your own little gaming industry from scratch and make your way to the top of the video games food chain, along with a series of fun refferences and a rich gaming history.
  10. LickTheEnvelope
    May 12, 2013
    8
    Great sim game, especially for the price. After playing for hours and hours and hitting walls, then overcoming them, but not quite understanding why i'd hit other walls I read up on how the game calculates things and at that point it becomes a LITTLE more clear as to what you have to go for.

    It's not perfect by any means but it's a great, fun time synch and that's all you can ask for    Great sim game, especially for the price. After playing for hours and hours and hitting walls, then overcoming them, but not quite understanding why i'd hit other walls I read up on how the game calculates things and at that point it becomes a LITTLE more clear as to what you have to go for.

    It's not perfect by any means but it's a great, fun time synch and that's all you can ask for in a sim game under $10.    … Expand
  11. Enforcer122
    Jul 4, 2014
    8
    Really fun game. Easy to pick up, hard to master. There is so much room for growth and potential, more in-depth interviews and game making system for example. But it's an enjoyable, addictive game that will keep you entertained for weeks.
  12. SeveredWing
    May 11, 2013
    8
    A highly addictive business/sim game revolving around the concept of being a game developer yourself. Now while it has a sound appearance and presentation there are quite a few quirky bugs and issues that crop up. As an independent game this is to be expected, but there seems to be no response from the developers regarding these issues nearly a month later. Many of the bugs are simpleA highly addictive business/sim game revolving around the concept of being a game developer yourself. Now while it has a sound appearance and presentation there are quite a few quirky bugs and issues that crop up. As an independent game this is to be expected, but there seems to be no response from the developers regarding these issues nearly a month later. Many of the bugs are simple things too such as the music not remaining off when turned off and errors in presentation of game names (titles with an apostrophe in them are incorrectly displayed at later points). There are also severe frame rate problems for many players in the latter stages of the game when many things are happening all at once (MMO's are running, your own console is being sold/maintained, R&D is researching, you are developing a game, etc.). The frame rate problems can get so bad that they essentially render the game motionless for many minutes. As it is a Java game things like this should be quick to fix.… Expand
  13. MrSonicFan
    Jul 2, 2013
    8
    This game is great fun. It is not a very complex game, especially comparing it to other simulation titles. But that's what I like about this game, it does not take a lot to get into the game. Unlike other simulators. I recommend this to people who like simulators
  14. Estus
    Nov 2, 2013
    9
    I love it! Its awesome! We have a lot of options to develop our own games, make upgrades, etc. Its one of the best indie games ever, and I dont care if its similar to Game Dev Story, because both are great games and very different (visual, algorithms, mechanics).
  15. CrazyDane_Gos
    May 7, 2013
    8
    A very good sim-game, i already played the game twice all the way and i still from time to time wanna go back and try again, after first time I felt it was fun then when the score was put togather i found out there was alot more to the game i hadden gotten to yet so there was only one thing to do.. Play it one more time :D The game is put up for 8$ tho its abit missled since its abitA very good sim-game, i already played the game twice all the way and i still from time to time wanna go back and try again, after first time I felt it was fun then when the score was put togather i found out there was alot more to the game i hadden gotten to yet so there was only one thing to do.. Play it one more time :D The game is put up for 8$ tho its abit missled since its abit more.. when i was buying it in my own currency witch is danish krone its 50 25% so for that i aint giving max score.… Expand
  16. Locercus
    May 7, 2013
    8
    One of my favorite games. I like the beginning rush and difficulties. The history is very nice too. But after playing it for a while, you kinda run out of things to do.
  17. Obitw0
    May 7, 2013
    8
    Great independent game. I could play hours, just to do the better games ^^.
    And for its price, it does what I expected.
    Most of all, you can play it on Linux
  18. karlsanada13
    Sep 29, 2013
    9
    Game Dev Tycoon is a gem of its genre. I literally played countless of hours just for this game. Especially the new update they've made on the game. Some may find it boring but I find this game really entertaining. Especially when you see the game you've made got a high freaking score. That's just so satisfying to see.

    I hope they add more content for this game.
  19. Aayvie
    May 11, 2013
    8
    Needs more everything. More consoles, more genres, more topics, more researches, more years, more offices, etc.
    I already finished the game so I have almost nothing else to do anymore, and most Tycoon games last forever.
    It's fun though.
  20. MrYallD
    May 12, 2013
    8
    The game is ridiculously fun. I, myself, as a young gamer had a great experience seeing at the old (1st stage) consoles and stuff. But after 12h+ of game play and getting to the end game, it got boring. 1st of all The so called End Game is too hard to reach in that 30 year development. Need to have some economical crisis random events. Game just needs some small work done to make itThe game is ridiculously fun. I, myself, as a young gamer had a great experience seeing at the old (1st stage) consoles and stuff. But after 12h+ of game play and getting to the end game, it got boring. 1st of all The so called End Game is too hard to reach in that 30 year development. Need to have some economical crisis random events. Game just needs some small work done to make it perfect. And I really would love for the game to have modding available, BUT THERE IS NOT!!! But the game is great… Expand
  21. LeonRPGPlayer
    Jun 11, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Already finished the game, Its a nice game, i actually finished the game and stopped playing with 1B it's really cool, and the fact that you can develop your on console, i enjoy so much that type of games, but well, its not one super amazing game like Metro Last Light or Bioshock Infinite, its a casual, but for me, a very good casual/simulation game.… Expand
  22. Segacritic1998
    Nov 22, 2013
    8
    This game is just awesome! You can do many things in the game like develop games (Duh),train your own staff,make mmos,make consoles, and much more! The problem is they left out some consoles from the game like: Atari 2600, Atari 5200 Atari 7800, 3do, Atari jaguar,Neo geo, and a few others.Also it starts out slow when you start the game for the first time which can make you impatient atThis game is just awesome! You can do many things in the game like develop games (Duh),train your own staff,make mmos,make consoles, and much more! The problem is they left out some consoles from the game like: Atari 2600, Atari 5200 Atari 7800, 3do, Atari jaguar,Neo geo, and a few others.Also it starts out slow when you start the game for the first time which can make you impatient at times but other than that the game is fantastic!… Expand
  23. Piscaso
    Sep 5, 2013
    8
    Pretty hard...
    But it's still fun.
    It took my FOREVER to get past the FIRST LEVEL.
    I'm still stuck on some level, but I have a feel for the game.

    "Played it for days."
  24. TerribleFate
    Nov 29, 2013
    8
    Game Dev Tycoon is one of the best simulation games I've ever played. It's fun, it's deep and great. You can spend a lot of time managing your own dev company and maybe it's very similar to game dev story, but I think this game is deeper than Game dev story.
  25. GamerQuinn
    Nov 10, 2013
    9
    Wow guys. You are reviewing a game you "don't" like, even though you possibly haven't played this. This is a GREAT casual and strategy game. Why don't you like it? Please don't read bad reviews all the time. You know that ALL the critics down rated the game, so don't trust those idiots.
  26. Alaxtis
    Aug 28, 2013
    8
    By no means a perfect game, but a truly remarkable one, especially for a first title. I would recommend this to anyone who instinctively can tell they will like it from the title, and to anyone who loves the industry/wants to change it.
  27. BritMboh
    Sep 6, 2013
    8
    First things first, STOP CALLING IT A CARBON COPY OF GAME DEV STORY! It is a lot more than that and just takes inspiration from it. In my opinion, the gameplay is even more absorbing than GDS as it requires a lot of input on your part. While there are frame rate issues once the game gets hectic towards the end, GDT is a very enjoyable business simulation that I could play over and over again.
  28. KingCrazy
    Aug 21, 2013
    8
    Game Dev Tycoon is a really fun simulation game that brings me joy every time I play it. It's fun to be set in the seat of a game designer (which is a job I plan on doing), and think of some crazy ideas and turn them into games. The concept for the game is good, the execution is great, so why did I give it an 8? Well, simple:

    The game doesn't do a good job of telling you what you did    Game Dev Tycoon is a really fun simulation game that brings me joy every time I play it. It's fun to be set in the seat of a game designer (which is a job I plan on doing), and think of some crazy ideas and turn them into games. The concept for the game is good, the execution is great, so why did I give it an 8? Well, simple:

    The game doesn't do a good job of telling you what you did wrong when you make a game. Reviewers give your game a score, much like I'm doing now, and tell you simple things like "Don't buy" if you score low, or "A must have!!" if you score high. These don't really tell you why you scored high or low, they just tell you what the game already says (since they give you a number 1 10 along with the quote). This makes it a little annoying when you're trying to make that hit game.

    Next, the game also fails to give you a variety when it comes to the consoles. Each console released is related to a real-life console in some way, and has the same rises and falls as such. In reality, you could just memorize the game market since the 80's and know how everything will play out. Systems drop, other ones rise... It's all really cool for the first time, but the second time you play you realize there's no randomized aspect of it. It's all straight forward and it's forced to happen. If they added a gamemode to randomize the success of certain dud consoles, or to drop the success of other consoles, I feel the game would have a lot more re-playability. As it stands, the only re-playability the game has is to play with focusing on one console/type of consoles (e.g. going handhelds only, etc...)

    In addition, the game seems to cap out kinda' early. It can take awhile to rise up in success for the 30 in-game years you have (which can be changed slightly in the options). This leaves you with little time to actually create a huge successful company by the end of the game's 'story mode'. Luckily the game will let you continue playing even after this point.

    Another thing is how sometimes creating your game makes you feel empty. It leaves it up to your imagination to think of how the game would actually look, and doesn't give you much of an idea of how it turns out when you're just pulling sliders up and down. This is a minor thing, though, since it'd be hard to get into the player's head as to how the game would actually be. Something else is that besides adding extra stuff for a boost in your score, some add-ons are really ridiculous. Creating a spelling game on the Gameboy-clone with steering wheel support has no consequence at all.

    Though that's pretty much it for the bad side. The good side of the game is that you have a lot of fun creating new ideas for games, and when you create a hit it feels so great. The game also lacks any sort of "coins" or "power" system, so you're not bound by a pay-to-win business model. The game also has a kind of charm to it, and when you get into the bigger offices you start to feel like you're a big-shot company. The game also has many different ways you can create games, ranging from picking different genres, creating and choosing your own game engines, creating the scale of the game (small, medium, large, AAA, etc), choosing the target audience, picking add-ons to make the game better, and even how the marketing. It does it's job creating a good video game creator simulator. I'd recommend buying it since it's not that much, and it also supports the real developers for future projects or updating the game itself.    … Expand
  29. Kempol
    Sep 4, 2013
    8
    fun game to play while you learn about the life of game developers
    the story follow what happened in real life add the fun i this game

    a lot of room for improvement though waiting for updates or sequel
  30. pepevlad
    Sep 7, 2013
    9
    Please ignore bound4earth, he doesn't understand that its the same company which made the flash game, that made this one. It is a very entertaining game and appeals to all gamers.
  31. InnocentSam
    Sep 7, 2013
    8
    I played this game for hours and hours and I have to say, very addictive, very simple and very, very good. However, I rate it 8 due to two things; this game would have killer mod support, if it had mod support. Secondly, the features added into the Steam update seem rushed; like you can't view your history of consoles and how they did.

    To sum up, I highly recommend this game, but areas    I played this game for hours and hours and I have to say, very addictive, very simple and very, very good. However, I rate it 8 due to two things; this game would have killer mod support, if it had mod support. Secondly, the features added into the Steam update seem rushed; like you can't view your history of consoles and how they did.

    To sum up, I highly recommend this game, but areas of it could've done much, much better.    … Expand
  32. Perinormel
    Sep 8, 2013
    9
    Cheap, Fun, Addicting. However, I'm only giving this a 9 out of 10 because of All Games. Those jerks have ruined me from getting so many perfect 10's on Large games. If you're looking for a great time sink, then this is a perfect game for you.
  33. TDD91
    Sep 9, 2013
    10
    Any game that punishes the pirates in the most spectacularly ironic of ways is definitely worth getting. It's quite addictive, you just keep pushing out game after game, tinkering a little, trying to find the perfect combination that sends your accounts sky rocketing.
  34. IdealHuman
    Sep 14, 2013
    8
    I'm very hesitant about giving it an 8. The gameplay itself is really quite fun but there is a lot that needs to be fixed, added, or changed. I would really love to see more settings to customize the game's look a bit more, especially for slower computers. Just as well, 'Game Dev Tycoon' could also do with adding more options for game developing. As of right now, we can't really explainI'm very hesitant about giving it an 8. The gameplay itself is really quite fun but there is a lot that needs to be fixed, added, or changed. I would really love to see more settings to customize the game's look a bit more, especially for slower computers. Just as well, 'Game Dev Tycoon' could also do with adding more options for game developing. As of right now, we can't really explain much of our own concept in the games we develop, leading to poor scores and sales in the game. With future updates, it has potential to be a very good game.… Expand
  35. Keskynator
    Sep 15, 2013
    10
    It's a wonderful game. Everyone who played "Game Dev Story" on iOS or Android would love this game. It's customizable and has a nice replay-rate. It's every time a new adventure, and i like adventures!
  36. Steemed_Steel
    Sep 23, 2013
    10
    Its been a long times since i've played a game this great It may seem a little simple, and to some look like its a few hour gameplay deal (thats how i felt when looking it over the first time). Now I have a hard time not playing it its so much fun and when you complete the game it lets you continue, that being said, then you know whats going to happen in the endgame, you want to startIts been a long times since i've played a game this great It may seem a little simple, and to some look like its a few hour gameplay deal (thats how i felt when looking it over the first time). Now I have a hard time not playing it its so much fun and when you complete the game it lets you continue, that being said, then you know whats going to happen in the endgame, you want to start over, and get big soon, just to make other companies from real life look small... like, what if you were leading console, better then playstation or xbox… Expand
  37. rafibig
    Sep 23, 2013
    10
    Einfach nur ein super cooles Spiel :D I like
    Mir hat am besten die 'Balance des Spieles gefallen. Man muss schon die "richtigen" Entscheidungen machen, allerdings bleibt es schön fair. Mein Tipp: Spezialisiert euch auf ein Topic dann habt ihrs besser im Griff
  38. gamertamer
    Sep 24, 2013
    8
    Yes this game has SIMILARITYS to game dev story but it is not the same and it is not a rip off if anything it is better then game dev story (although I must berate the click anywhere menu as it wouldn't stay open or it would come up when I was trying to select an employee) and on employees their wage raises because that is what would happen it REAL LIFE and yes the engines cost to buildYes this game has SIMILARITYS to game dev story but it is not the same and it is not a rip off if anything it is better then game dev story (although I must berate the click anywhere menu as it wouldn't stay open or it would come up when I was trying to select an employee) and on employees their wage raises because that is what would happen it REAL LIFE and yes the engines cost to build and yes games cost to make. the scores where not based on random numbers they where based on the amount of tech and design in the game and low scores means you need more tech and or design, I do think that there where not enough 'out of the ordinary' things like developing graphics in a hardware lab in the first and second building.
    Yes you need to have correct combinations (unless the popularity is for odd combinations) to get good scores like racing RPG it wont work well and you do need to vary in what you make like instead of making RPG after RPG vary like RPG then casual then sim then RPG.    … Expand
  39. Rappi
    Sep 28, 2013
    10
    It reminds me of Airline Tycoon and it still has a lot of potential I would improve but no 2 part Produce improve this item and then you can think about a second part with a new graphics engine.
    It is great D
  40. DarkM
    Oct 14, 2013
    9
    Great game, easy to pick up hard to master, playable for hours on end!
    Lots of people saying its a Game Dev Story knock off... not sure what that makes every military FPS game that comes out!!!! I enjoyed Game Dev Story on my phone, i enjoy Game Dev Tycoon on my PC. The

    as with anything there is always room for improvement hence the 9/10
  41. Kabsef
    Oct 15, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is VERY, VERY GOOD. Not perfect but, such a great game. A lot of people complain about it's resemblance to Game Dev Story, but to be honest the game play is so much more addictive and fun compared to GDS. And all the choices when you make your games is amazing. The game play also keeps rolling by bringing in new consoles and offices, as well as research to create better games. It also follows what happened in real life, for instance Sega failing to create a very good console and stopped making them. Even when the special events stop, end game is still made fun by being able to create your own consoles. It's fun to make up your own challenges and goals as well, to make the game play more challenging and interesting. The thing that makes this game imperfect is the small 'story' as so to speak, there should be more special events, more consoles, and the ability to actually see your competition, and know how to get over them. People think of this game as a simulator, it's not, it's a tycoon, clue is in the title.… Expand
  42. LJ73
    Oct 23, 2013
    10
    I got the game the day it came out and I fell in love with it. The game full of imagination and encourages you to experiment with the different combinations. A small flaw with the game is that it is incredibly difficult, but there is a sweet taste of victory when you get a good game. I've invested over 43 hours into this game and have unlocked everything, also have an estimation ofI got the game the day it came out and I fell in love with it. The game full of imagination and encourages you to experiment with the different combinations. A small flaw with the game is that it is incredibly difficult, but there is a sweet taste of victory when you get a good game. I've invested over 43 hours into this game and have unlocked everything, also have an estimation of 3,485,187,534,823 in the bank so no Norwegian Scammers are going to put a dent in my budget! Long story short you should get this game if you play it as long as I have it is well worth your 10 bucks!… Expand
  43. matheus_hk
    Oct 31, 2013
    10
    Awesome game. "Beautiful". "Played it for days". "Can't wait for the sequel".

    I haven't played the Game Dev Story but I watched gameplay videos and they're different enough for me. Not to mention that I don't have an IOS to play it even if I wanted to. And most of the other complaints I've seen have been solved through patching. If you think the rating you're getting is too random,    Awesome game. "Beautiful". "Played it for days". "Can't wait for the sequel".

    I haven't played the Game Dev Story but I watched gameplay videos and they're different enough for me. Not to mention that I don't have an IOS to play it even if I wanted to. And most of the other complaints I've seen have been solved through patching.

    If you think the rating you're getting is too random, try saving before you start the development and experiment with the parameters a bit.    … Expand
  44. Dodgerman500
    Nov 27, 2013
    9
    Great game for it's price, There is so much to do in the game, with all the different consoles and topic. The only problem i had with it some things get very repetitive and boring. For example you have to go to a convention every year, and years go by fast in that game, also you get asked to sabotage other developers way too often. Besides that this game is addicting and really fun.
  45. Fanchi
    Nov 7, 2013
    8
    este juego es realmente bueno, no he conocido otro juego que haya desarrollado este "hilo argumental".
    el juego en sí mismo es sencillo de entender y difícil de dominar como ha de ser un buen juego, la historia de fondo del desarrollo de la industria del videojuego y la salida de las diferentes videoconsolas me alucino, si bien es cierto que se han quedado muchas atrás, cosa que se    este juego es realmente bueno, no he conocido otro juego que haya desarrollado este "hilo argumental".
    el juego en sí mismo es sencillo de entender y difícil de dominar como ha de ser un buen juego, la historia de fondo del desarrollo de la industria del videojuego y la salida de las diferentes videoconsolas me alucino, si bien es cierto que se han quedado muchas atrás, cosa que se comprende ya que se empieza en la década de los ochenta, el único fallo que le veo es que el avance de la historia y tu propio avance no están del todo bien ajustado y tal vez debería de avanzar el tiempo un poco más lento permitiéndote pensar un poco más en los movimientos y alargando de paso la experiencia de juego

    totalmente recomendable    … Expand
  46. GaboAmorim
    Feb 22, 2014
    10
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  47. Fondly
    Nov 15, 2013
    9
    I love this game. I played it for days, and if they make a sequel, (PLEASE DO!!!) than I will play it for days, and buy it all over. The game is honestly amazing. To start in a small office like most developers like Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Sony, and Nintendo. Although, I give it a 9 because there is a glitch with the R&D lab and the technology lab. The thing was part of the lab was cut byI love this game. I played it for days, and if they make a sequel, (PLEASE DO!!!) than I will play it for days, and buy it all over. The game is honestly amazing. To start in a small office like most developers like Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Sony, and Nintendo. Although, I give it a 9 because there is a glitch with the R&D lab and the technology lab. The thing was part of the lab was cut by about a quarter of the screen, it kind of annoyed me, considering I had no way to fix it. Although this game shows you how you can become, if you want to become a game developer one day (like me) than it will show you what you may expect. And, if you plan on making the games in Game Dev Tycoon in real life, than you can simulate how it would look like if you developed it in real life. I love this game, and the price is low too, only $7.99? Awesome!… Expand
  48. izerch
    Nov 20, 2013
    8
    I definitely love this game. I can play it for hours. The only thing that i don't like is that at the end of the game you can still playing it and that's all. Yes, you can get more fans, you can get more money, and can still developing games but fall a little bit because it gets boring at that point. That makes me to start a new company and do it again just to see if i can do it better.I definitely love this game. I can play it for hours. The only thing that i don't like is that at the end of the game you can still playing it and that's all. Yes, you can get more fans, you can get more money, and can still developing games but fall a little bit because it gets boring at that point. That makes me to start a new company and do it again just to see if i can do it better. The good thing is that they are actually hearing us and they are working to add new features and really cool stuff. Good job Green Heart… Expand
  49. MrPresident1213
    Nov 28, 2013
    10
    A fun game to play with. You need to find the right combination to develop a great game, and you need to choose the right platform to release that game. You need money to develop a game, and also you can start your own stander for the game. LOVE THIS GAME!
  50. jasenalphawolf
    Jan 17, 2014
    10
    I love this game I play it to death it sucks you into making a great game and I love this game if you don't have a steam account you can buy it's also on steam there is a great little community and lot's of mods I love it I love I love it it definitely deserves a ten and the makers are epic.
  51. ethanvenzin
    Jan 19, 2014
    9
    Well,i'll give it a nine out of ten because this game is soooo much fun,but it can't be run on notebook or less than 1024 x 768 screen resolution but that's not the problem, i think when we create the games there is no related things when you create a game with online support it's just all games are the same maybe they'll create the sequel to it,and i hope the sequel will be available forWell,i'll give it a nine out of ten because this game is soooo much fun,but it can't be run on notebook or less than 1024 x 768 screen resolution but that's not the problem, i think when we create the games there is no related things when you create a game with online support it's just all games are the same maybe they'll create the sequel to it,and i hope the sequel will be available for all resolution or give it a patch… Expand
  52. Woodsflame
    Feb 1, 2014
    10
    I love the game! While I never played the Game Dev Story, I very much enjoy Game Dev Tycoon. I myself want to be a game dev, and I LOVE the nostalgia of seeing all these old systems. I actually found quite a bit of re-playability, in the fact that I am somewhat of a completionist, and I would play through over and over again to get all the info on each genre and console. It's a very fun toI love the game! While I never played the Game Dev Story, I very much enjoy Game Dev Tycoon. I myself want to be a game dev, and I LOVE the nostalgia of seeing all these old systems. I actually found quite a bit of re-playability, in the fact that I am somewhat of a completionist, and I would play through over and over again to get all the info on each genre and console. It's a very fun to play game, and I thoroughly enjoyed it.… Expand
  53. Skitte
    May 15, 2014
    9
    It's so unique, classy, nice, cozy and addictive. I played so many hours and I haven't finished it yet. My single concern is sometimes the scoring system and the gap of Graphics Option of the game.
  54. Zsolt77
    Jul 27, 2014
    10
    I really enjoyed building up a game studio from a Garage. The game conveyed a few messages for me:
    -the best investment is to train yourself
    -you yourself never complain or go to vacation -to make the best games you need the best people -the greatest danger in the life of such a company is getting high fix costs when it goes well once and then failing to deliver later It was like a    I really enjoyed building up a game studio from a Garage. The game conveyed a few messages for me:
    -the best investment is to train yourself
    -you yourself never complain or go to vacation
    -to make the best games you need the best people
    -the greatest danger in the life of such a company is getting high fix costs when it goes well once and then failing to deliver later
    It was like a learning game and I couldn't stop till 4am :)    … Expand
  55. joggy
    Jun 25, 2014
    8
    Bought on summer sale for 3 euros, and I'm delighted with it. This is true casual game for me, it's easy to learn and very hard to master. Hours of fun. 8 overall, and that is top score which I can give to indie game
  56. Pezofdoom
    Feb 9, 2014
    9
    Gameplay is solid. I played with in conjunction with two other people, all of us on voice chat. One went bankrupt not understanding why he was doing bad, one was okay, and I was pretty damn successful. If you enjoy simulation games where it encourages trying to figure out cause and effect, you'd enjoy this game.

    Some things will not make sense because some choices are subjective to    Gameplay is solid. I played with in conjunction with two other people, all of us on voice chat. One went bankrupt not understanding why he was doing bad, one was okay, and I was pretty damn successful. If you enjoy simulation games where it encourages trying to figure out cause and effect, you'd enjoy this game.

    Some things will not make sense because some choices are subjective to what the developers thought was the right choice tree, but overall there wasn't any real "wtf" moments for me.

    Decent reply value, one play through will take several hours. I would say this is a good one to play with multiple people because you all will start with different starting genre's. Worth the $10 price point, if you can get it for less than that, it's a no brainer buy.    … Expand
  57. RendCycle
    Dec 4, 2015
    9
    This is a very addicting simulation game especially if you are interested in the theme. It is funny at times and quite absorbing even only if it uses simple graphics and user interface. Time flies by without me noticing it when I play. Nice work Greenheart Games! Can't wait to see what you'll come up next.
  58. steelx
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    Played for hours, still playing. Very balanced game, addictive and satisfying. :) 10/10
  59. busbfran
    Dec 24, 2013
    8
    Game Dev Tycoon, will always have you coming back for more in which I believe is a sign of a successful game. If you have play Game Dev story by kairosoft, this is a more updated and realistic version still packed with the addicting and joy of creating a hit game. I would recommended this game to all Simulations fans and anyone looking to try something different.
  60. marcusgames
    Dec 8, 2013
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This little game, bare in mind is made by two men on a tight budget. I think its great and I could, and have, play it for hours. the game starts off simple then gradually works its way up through history until your making your very own console to compete with the next-gen ones. Its not meant to be realistic, its meant to be challenging. we all know that making a game isn't this simple and that a single game cant realistically sell 700 million copies but who cares, all the hard work is all worth it when you achieve a high review score.

    "quirky but good"    … Expand
  61. SirRodney
    Dec 30, 2013
    10
    This game is a lot of fun. And now that they have added more complexity to it since the original release and modability so I would say that since the game is so enjoyable and cheap, additionally it being Greenheart Games first game, it was really well executed and polished.
  62. Aozz101x
    Apr 6, 2015
    9
    Game Dev Tycoon is one of fun tycoon games, it pretty simple for old age days of making games (even tho it not short or easy.) but it pretty good, Game Dev Tycoon also returns the player to make a game on company's old consoles like the NES called TES
    9/10
  63. lazatoy
    Jun 30, 2014
    8
    So, I reviewed this game when I still hadn't gotten the new updates that I'd wanted.
    Looking at it now with my steam key in hand, I can see where everyone went with this.
    The reason why I rated it slightly lower though, is not because of the update or patch or so forth, but rather some of the mods. Now, to be honest, I like the mods, even though theres not to many of them. But when    So, I reviewed this game when I still hadn't gotten the new updates that I'd wanted.
    Looking at it now with my steam key in hand, I can see where everyone went with this.

    The reason why I rated it slightly lower though, is not because of the update or patch or so forth, but rather some of the mods.
    Now, to be honest, I like the mods, even though theres not to many of them.
    But when you can click a button that will give you hours of FUN for free, whats the point?
    The update was awesome, though it took some of the charm off that would make me
    stay on for hours on end, TRYING to reach the end without reaching for the "cheatmenu" to
    give me billions of dollars and a team of highly trained cheaters (*ahem*) I mean employees FOR FREE.
    It is still a great game, but unless you want to bored, stay away from the cheat mods.    … Expand
  64. VSviridenko
    Sep 15, 2013
    10
    Really enjoy playing this game. Will recommend to my friends.
    Thanks to developers for making it so fun and interesting.

    P.S. I'm waiting for updates. You should definitely think about adding Multiplayer Mode or something like this.
  65. IrishAssasinxx
    Dec 26, 2013
    8
    A great game developer studio game, a genre which surprisingly exists but is all the better for it. Game Dev Tycoon uses real life events like the Gameboy, PS1 etc. It has pretty much every main console that was released in the last 30 years including the Xbox One and PS4, it even has a go at future consoles. While the game does have many problems such as large unpredictability whetherA great game developer studio game, a genre which surprisingly exists but is all the better for it. Game Dev Tycoon uses real life events like the Gameboy, PS1 etc. It has pretty much every main console that was released in the last 30 years including the Xbox One and PS4, it even has a go at future consoles. While the game does have many problems such as large unpredictability whether your game will be reviewed well, which tells you how well your sales will be. While the game does take many elements from the iOS and Android game Game Dev Tycoon it improves and modernises most aspects of it to a higher level. I'd give this game a 8/10… Expand
  66. thekarmicdouche
    Dec 4, 2013
    9
    One of the best games I've ever played !!!

    The story is incredibly accurate, the game-play is fun and addicting and the price is low.
    It gets a 9 as the review system is strange.
    Example: I release a vampire game with high graphics AI and level design my ratings add up to 12!!!
    Apart from that the game seems fine.
  67. PHJ
    Feb 24, 2014
    9
    What a pretty nice indie game dev simulator! The game of making games is addictive, it follows perfectly the videogame industry, so it has a history and a great one. You can balance betwen Graphics, Level Desing, Sound, Story / Quests, Dialogues, Artificial Inteligence, Engine and World Desing, witch makes you think a lot to create the perfect game with the perfect genre. The game haveWhat a pretty nice indie game dev simulator! The game of making games is addictive, it follows perfectly the videogame industry, so it has a history and a great one. You can balance betwen Graphics, Level Desing, Sound, Story / Quests, Dialogues, Artificial Inteligence, Engine and World Desing, witch makes you think a lot to create the perfect game with the perfect genre. The game have some very attractive graphics, it stil 2D, but is pretty beautiful, the gameplay is good, the engine works perfect as well the IA. A clear 90 Indie game.… Expand
  68. Simba
    Dec 23, 2013
    9
    Game Dev Tycoon. It might sound boring. Hell to that I have only spent 5 hours on it but I already find it fun. It is the first game I have played which I don't rage in. It is a great game well worth it's money and has really cool features. If I had a score... It would be 9/10 Almost perfect game.
  69. samuelmason900
    Sep 4, 2014
    9
    worth playing game for the amount of money i'm spending for this game. amazingly crafted brilliant game you found in this decade or even century.every gamer must know what is it being game development
  70. WillTheCritic
    Dec 26, 2013
    10
    I played this game and I ended up playing it for weeks!
    I was having a bit of trouble at first trying to make the games well,
    but after a week I managed to understand the game very well. I love this game and have been playing it for months, trying out new things and bringing in old series... speaking of that I remember making a Virtual Pet game for the Gameling for Young, and it was a    I played this game and I ended up playing it for weeks!
    I was having a bit of trouble at first trying to make the games well,
    but after a week I managed to understand the game very well.
    I love this game and have been playing it for months, trying out new things and bringing in old series... speaking of that I remember making a Virtual Pet game for the Gameling for Young, and it was a casual game, and it was called My Little Pony and it ended up getting a 10/10/9/10 score! xD it was actually #1 on the market the WHOLE time! ended up getting 5M for it and it helped me to get into a better office and yata yata yata haha. I love this game and hope for either a sequel, or a DLC. :D    … Expand
  71. etb444
    Dec 27, 2013
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is way better than game dev story. From starting out with only a few thousand dollars in your garage to making million dollar hits for the Playsystem 4 or Mbox One this is truly the best game for interesting tycoon lovers. My only problem with this game is once you finish the campaign there isn't much to do but make more and more and more money.… Expand
  72. redsox133
    Dec 30, 2013
    9
    Pretty amazing game, especially for $5. I enjoyed being Electronic Arts and making horrible games and having awful customer support, and in another playthrough I was a respectable company that made effective games and patches and treated my fans well. Overall awesome game!
  73. Allanplays
    Dec 31, 2013
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Played Game for 2 or 3 days almost nonstop, very entertaining however after getting past day 30 the first time the game loses most of its fun. The game is fun but has no replay ability and is very repetitive. If you like Sim games you'll love this game if you don't like Sim games you probably wont like it to much if you really get into it trying to get your score from when you end up it can be very grindy at times. The R&D lab is very interesting and cool to play with and so are the Hardware Labs, MMOs, and Extension packs for your MMOs. With Mod capability now it moves from a 7 to a 8 because of how some mods add some really cool things and not many games let modding happen and support it.… Expand
  74. blackbeast1
    Jan 2, 2014
    10
    Great game defiantly buy.
    it really explains how the gaming industry works. and it is also a really good game for Greenheart games first game.
    what are you reading this for go and get it.
  75. RodrigoOffline
    Jan 2, 2014
    10
    Game Dev Tycoon keeps you as a producer of indie games, challenging your logic, to create a wonderful game, as the own game dev tycoon. And best of all, he shows you important moments in the history of games, such as rejecting nintendo playstation, making the Sony create their wonderful video game! This game is addictive and wonderful, the staff of greenheart had a great idea in creatingGame Dev Tycoon keeps you as a producer of indie games, challenging your logic, to create a wonderful game, as the own game dev tycoon. And best of all, he shows you important moments in the history of games, such as rejecting nintendo playstation, making the Sony create their wonderful video game! This game is addictive and wonderful, the staff of greenheart had a great idea in creating Tycoon Game Dev. 0 to 10 give 14!… Expand
  76. adi7991
    Jan 2, 2014
    9
    A great tycoon in sometime. I really feel that this game could have been better if it had more realistic numbers and actions. Example, The player must have the opportunity to set the price for the game the he/ she produces and the topics and research materials are too limited. This was an option through a mod but I think this could have been integrated with the game (if possible theyA great tycoon in sometime. I really feel that this game could have been better if it had more realistic numbers and actions. Example, The player must have the opportunity to set the price for the game the he/ she produces and the topics and research materials are too limited. This was an option through a mod but I think this could have been integrated with the game (if possible they must do that in the next coming patch). At the end this game really has the feel to being a tycoon. Every time your game is a success you know how Mr. Pevel (CEO of SCS Software) feel for the success of Euro truck Sim 2.… Expand
  77. KornatzReviews
    Jan 22, 2014
    10
    This is by far the best tycoon/simulation game I have ever played. I could play this a for million years and not get bored. I highly recommend checking this game out, especially since it's only ten bucks.
  78. gietek
    Apr 20, 2014
    10
    When this game started, it was probably not really worth the price. Since then, the developers added a LOT of new features, four additional consoles, interface options and others. They really listen and respect their fans and deserve 10/10. One playthrough (1 company) took me 9 hours. The game really draws you in.
  79. AlexChauvin
    Feb 21, 2014
    9
    After playing and completing this game multiple times I've come to a sound conclusion. Game Dev Tycoon is a game developer simulation including features such as creating game engines, training staff, and more obviously, creating games. The game has many strong points being the customization of almost anything you want to do as well as the ability to force you to try new things, but it alsoAfter playing and completing this game multiple times I've come to a sound conclusion. Game Dev Tycoon is a game developer simulation including features such as creating game engines, training staff, and more obviously, creating games. The game has many strong points being the customization of almost anything you want to do as well as the ability to force you to try new things, but it also has its negatives. Game Dev Tycoon has the strange ability to make the hours simply fly by for myself but for other, this simply isn't the case. Some have said that the game penalizes you for repeating yourself and in all honesty at times it does. But this is to force you to try new things and not to just make the same game over and over again. I'll finish of this short review by saying this, Greenheart Games clearly care about not only this game, but also their fans, as you can tell by the notifications you get thanking you for buying it. Its developers like this that make a game fun to play which is why you won't hear from me for several days until I finally beat my previous high score.… Expand
  80. MrRain
    Feb 26, 2014
    8
    The game is great. Yes it's a clone of Game Dev Story but to say it doesn't add anything new is rather arrogant.
    The game might not go deep into the developing stages but at least in this game you can make bad games. In GDS, you can take the most odd of combinations but as long as there's a lot of work behind it, the game still sells.
    It's a little harder than casual but not overly hard.    The game is great. Yes it's a clone of Game Dev Story but to say it doesn't add anything new is rather arrogant.
    The game might not go deep into the developing stages but at least in this game you can make bad games. In GDS, you can take the most odd of combinations but as long as there's a lot of work behind it, the game still sells.
    It's a little harder than casual but not overly hard. It took me about 4 restarts to finally figure out a few formulas to survive. Once you know what they're looking for, it's not too hard to stay alive and expand.
    The game is rather limited but instead of looking at it as a complete game, I think it's better if you look at it as a game built by people who have potential.
    The game is fun and can be very challenging, but I guess no one likes a challenge anymore.    … Expand
  81. snivymario
    Mar 8, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As soon as I started playing I got hooked inside the game. Awesome. I just feel like I'm really developing games. It's just too bad that after I get in the second office I go down on money and then go bankrupt.

    I had just research 3D graphics and right after I got down on money. Not even the time to make a new engine. I still like it through.

    The best stuff (Pros):
    -Many choices for developing the games
    -Random reviews for a harder challenge
    -Boosts to improve scores
    The worst stuff (Cons):
    -Very hard to get very good reviews
    -Almost like Game Dev Story
    My final conclusion:
    I really think that it is a really good game, and, sorry for spoilers!    … Expand
  82. RealmCopier
    Oct 17, 2014
    10
    My favorite game of all time. If you're willing to wait, you can accomplish truly great things all within a video game. Sometimes I forget I'm playing a game and not managing an actual game development company that's how in depth it is. For an indie game, it's absolutely fantastic.
  83. GrantedTalkpow
    Apr 3, 2014
    10
    Only two words to say: Fantastic Game!
    The Graphics are nice, Sounds are nice, Gameplay is nice. One of my favorites! Create own Game Engines, Own Games... Develop, earn money, research, develop new game!
  84. cashgrab
    Apr 27, 2014
    9
    A pretty fun and addictive game. The game starts with a rundown on the history of video games during the in-game first 30 years, which takes a bit more than an hour. If you manage to not go bankrupt until then, you will get to develop many other games and even your own hardware/research lab/MMO games, which may take several hours to achieve, considering its part of the endgame. I got thisA pretty fun and addictive game. The game starts with a rundown on the history of video games during the in-game first 30 years, which takes a bit more than an hour. If you manage to not go bankrupt until then, you will get to develop many other games and even your own hardware/research lab/MMO games, which may take several hours to achieve, considering its part of the endgame. I got this game for about $5 on sale during one of steam promotions and honestly it's a steal. I have 15 hours so far and I'm damn sure theres at the very least another 15 ahead of me.… Expand
  85. SammichTime
    May 27, 2014
    10
    Great game definitely worth your time and money. Pls tell your friends about this game they will play for at least five hours overall even if they don't like it as much
  86. Mateus_Oliveira
    May 29, 2014
    10
    Wow,this game is awesome,have some bugs but is ok,can't wait for a sequel,this game deserves a better marketing,a game that is very well capable of vitiating,very careful for it not to happen
  87. tilde
    May 30, 2014
    9
    This game is an addicting experience, lots of fun and gives you enough freedom to experiment with different game genres. It honestly makes you feel like you''re a real game developer growing up with the developments of the gaming industry.
    Developing your own game engine is fun too, because it means that you can make some serious money!
  88. Sarcastiman
    May 31, 2014
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game shows really much potential into becoming a good game, they have to patch the game though. Some things that annoyed me while playing this was the lack of immersive actions, some interactions with the office itself would be nice. There were so limited options for your office itself and the little events that came throughout your 'carreer' were also very limited. But it the atmosphere of the game itself was surprisingly good. When I played it, it didn't feel very repetitive at all. The game is worth it's buy and to try out, but it isn't a game to keep playing for days. A little bit more options could do the game wonders.… Expand
  89. mrlordloganman
    Jun 13, 2014
    10
    This was an amazing game I was really surprised since it was an indie game you need to use logic and reasoning. It is really fun and I played over 20 hours and still love it!
  90. Rixhack
    Jul 13, 2014
    9
    It's a fun, retro style game which can make you get angry at your game failing - or be super happy and jump around the room screaming (True Story :P). But however, once you finish the game it's get's boring. Once you finish the games you don't unlock any new stuff so it gets old quickly. For me, I finished this game in one night. It's a fun experience for a couple of days, but it getsIt's a fun, retro style game which can make you get angry at your game failing - or be super happy and jump around the room screaming (True Story :P). But however, once you finish the game it's get's boring. Once you finish the games you don't unlock any new stuff so it gets old quickly. For me, I finished this game in one night. It's a fun experience for a couple of days, but it gets boring after you finish.… Expand
  91. PaKr
    Jul 22, 2014
    9
    Excellent game. Combines both simplicity and complicity :) It's easy to play, but not so easy to win. And it's a game about making games. I will not rest until create PERFECT GAME...
  92. Cam_53
    Aug 16, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. In Game Dev Tycoon the opportunity to create your own games with different programs and weird combos you would never even consider.The amount of detail and effort really impressed me and in all made a great gaming experience especially for the current £3.50 cost on steam makes it a great buy and in my mind a brilliant well made game.… Expand
  93. tykeman3
    Nov 11, 2015
    10
    great game with hours of fun ....... it is a little disappointing once you know all of the formulas but still great game .... out of things to say ...
  94. LedMetallica
    Aug 30, 2014
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ONLY GERMAN:
    Mit Game Dev Tycoon erlebt man ein neues Spielerlebniss welches unheimlich Packend ist. Man fängt klein an und will mehr machen, besser werden, Träume verwirklichen und die aberwitzigsten Kommentare kommen von den Entwicklern hinzu.
    Grafik ist sehr schlich gehalten, die Konsolen Namen sind sehr interessant ausgewählt, der Sound ist auch sehr schlicht aber das Gameplay ist unbeschreiblich.
    Das Wichtigste zu diesem Spiel ist, dass man ja einen kühlen Kopf behält und stets einen überblick hat un Herr über die Lage ist.    … Expand
  95. fuzioN
    Sep 8, 2014
    9
    I can't remember the last time I started to play a game and got so addicted that i went on for 12-14 hours non stop. It's pretty hard in the beginning, gets a lot easier when you get the hang of it. Not giving a 10/10 only because i wish it were longer: longevity is a big issue here. Great game, thanks for the fun Greenheart!
  96. brightestabyss
    Nov 25, 2015
    8
    I'm quite a fan of Tycoon games and at launch this game was pretty decent, Not great but decent.

    After a couple of updates and adding content such as 'Game Reports' to actually tell you how to make a topic and genre combination correctly as well as how to set your priorities this game has improved incredibly. The early to mid game is the prime moment of this game as it sets a feeling    I'm quite a fan of Tycoon games and at launch this game was pretty decent, Not great but decent.

    After a couple of updates and adding content such as 'Game Reports' to actually tell you how to make a topic and genre combination correctly as well as how to set your priorities this game has improved incredibly.

    The early to mid game is the prime moment of this game as it sets a feeling of discovery, exploration and experimentation to try and find out the best combinations but after that the game starts losing that discovery as it tells you absolutely everything and spoils part of the discovery late game, as you notice you are just 'obeying the numbers' as I call it, Following the set instructions exactly to make the optimal game.

    The Expansion and Modding community really does help you get that feeling of Discovery back to you as you don't exactly know what topic/combination would work (Without applying a certain degree of common sense) but once again. That can go once the Game Reports tell you absolutely everything you need to know again.

    I had a really good experience with this game after the first 40 hours or so and a couple more tens of hours once I installed the mods and for a small indie title it has really impressed me overall. So I'm giving this one a solid 8 judging by its price and value I have got from this game.    … Expand
  97. TheReviewPeng
    Dec 21, 2014
    10
    This game is brilliant. It requires basic mathematical knowledge and uses some algorithms. Eventually making multi platform and multi genre games gets difficult but you can work out how to successfully make games using them. I have around 21 hours playtime on Year 131 with 3,864Million cash. It is very very fun. But now I've done and researched everything and make over 100 games I canThis game is brilliant. It requires basic mathematical knowledge and uses some algorithms. Eventually making multi platform and multi genre games gets difficult but you can work out how to successfully make games using them. I have around 21 hours playtime on Year 131 with 3,864Million cash. It is very very fun. But now I've done and researched everything and make over 100 games I can safely say I got my money's worth :D Recommend 10/10 + Fun easter eggs and Storyline.… Expand
  98. Referee
    Jan 24, 2015
    10
    One of the best games, I think. It is original and creative. It interesting and unpredictable. At last, she is beautiful. I play every day. Lightens mood.
  99. Steven15ify
    Apr 18, 2015
    8
    Great game, good gameplay and it has a nice feeling to it. Although the gameplay can get repetitive after 15 hours, However they still put new stuff to the game.
  100. tsakiym
    May 11, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i really enjoyed this game. I do not have to say anything more. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.… Expand
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#22 Most Discussed PC Game of 2013
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#46 Most Shared PC Game of 2013

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
68

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 21
  3. Negative: 2 out of 21
  1. SpazioGames
    Sep 16, 2014
    65
    Taking into account the quite low price and the almost non-existent technical requirements, Game Dev Tycoon is a good and above all original game, albeit without great pretensions.
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  2. GameCritics
    May 12, 2014
    30
    However, I don't really think Tycoon really wants to be more than ‘a glimpse' at video game production, and any attempt to comment on the industry from this dull, monotonous experience fails to hit its mark.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Oct 24, 2013
    80
    What is it like to start with a few thousand dollars and end up in an office full of people producing multi-million gaming hits? This game lets you find out and makes it worth your while. [Nov 2013]
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