Underplayed Gems

Empire TV Tycoon (2015)

Empire TV Tycoon cover
Developer
Dreamsite Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating
3.9 of 5, 900 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 16 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

You juggle TV schedules, ads, and staff in a brightly colored pixel world, making lighthearted choices that feel more like casual fun than high-pressure drama.

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What players say

Players say it is a simple, addictive loop of scheduling content for a TV channel, but the audience system feels random and the interface and dialogue are repetitive. It compares favorably to UHF and MAD TV, and the community workshop adds longevity.

Screenshots

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