Cartel Tycoon (2022)

Developer: Moon Moose
Publisher: tinyBuild
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 3,783 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 25 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense, strategic management sim where you build and defend a drug empire amid constant threats from rivals and authorities.

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What players say

Players praise the setting and supply-chain management, but many hit a wall with unclear money laundering mechanics and a lack of tutorials. The community reports development stalled after 2022, with bugs left unfixed and no new maps. Long-time players say the game can hook you for 20 hours, but the endgame grows tedious.

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