Rush for gold: California (2016)

Developer: Rainbow Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Strategy
Rating: 3.6 of 5, 52 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A light city-building strategy game set in the Wild West where you manage a town and face mild hazards like bandits and disasters, aiming for a relaxed yet engaging adventure.

casualstrategiclight-heartedwild westtown buildingadventurousmanageable difficulty

What players say

Players say this is a very basic time-management game that is extremely easy, even for the casual genre, and most agree it is aimed at children. Some note it is similar to the 12 Labours of Hercules series, but those who played the earlier Alaska version say this one is a carbon copy and not as enjoyable.

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