Underplayed Gems

The Trade Prince (2023)

The Trade Prince cover
Developer
Blazing Nebula
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
5.0 of 5, 9 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.8 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You oversee production chains and expand trade networks at a measured, managerial pace, unlocking complexity gradually through levels and skills.

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What players say

Players describe it as a niche logistics puzzle akin to Mini Metro or a distilled Factorio, centered on building supply chains toward a central portal. The inability to zoom is a common frustration, while the freedom to undo any purchase freely is praised. Some note the game uses AI-generated art and lacks Russian localization.

Screenshots

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