Underplayed Gems

Startup Panic (2022)

Startup Panic cover

Developer: Algorocks
Publisher: tinyBuild
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 2.7 of 5, 286 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

How it feels

A breezy, low-pressure simulation of building a startup as a solo programmer, balancing projects and upgrades with a comedic, family-friendly tone.

casualrelaxinglightheartedmanagementtime managementcutecomediclow-stakes

Trailer

Screenshots

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