Game Builder Tycoon (2024)

Developer: AM Playhouse
Publisher: PlayWay S.A.
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 163 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A calm, methodical business simulation where you carefully balance resources and development choices to grow your studio.

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What players say

Players are split about Game Builder Tycoon. Some enjoy it, but many say development stopped, leaving the console version stuck on an old patch with broken achievements, and the PC version missing basic quality-of-life features.

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