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Cartel Tycoon

$29.99
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Developer:
Moon Moose
Publisher:
tinyBuild
Platforms:
Windows
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DLC San Rafaela coming soon!


About the Game



Set in the fictionalized '80s Latin America, Cartel Tycoon tells the story of a time when the cocaine took over first the US, and then the whole world. Ridiculously rich drug kingpins rule over glorious empires, creating thousands of jobs. But a maelstrom of violence threatens this criminal underworld from within.



Build an empire of drug production and smuggling chains while managing rogue lieutenants, state authorities, and public opinion.



Rival gangs, the DEA, army and even the CIA all threaten your growing business. Death is inevitable, but not the end. When you die (it never really ends well for drug lords), crown your successor, and build your empire from the ruins all over again.



In Cartel Tycoon, failure is inevitable and violence begets more violence — but for the cunning kingpin, unimaginable profits await.

Play a variety of modes


Story mode for those looking to dive into tens of hours of rich narrative within the game's world. Hardcore permadeath Survival mode for those looking for a challenge. And a highly customizable Sandbox mode for those looking to play by their own rules!

Key features

  • Grow your empire. Develop your humble farming operation into a massive logistical system comprising plantations, laboratories, aerodromes, and more.
  • Reign your way. Tycoon action on an epic scale with dozens of upgrade paths and endless strategic combinations.
  • Death is inevitable. When your capo falls, promote one of your unique lieutenants to take control and continue growing your cartel.
  • Everything - and everyone - has a price. Launder your hard-earned cash to develop your empire, maintain your lieutenants' allegiance, and bribe corrupt politicians.
  • Defend what's yours. Evade the authorities and square off against rival cartels on the path to profit.
  • Endless replayability. Explore a dynamic narrative system with dozens of unique characters combined with limitless sandbox gameplay.
  • Play a variety of modes. Story mode for those looking to dive into tens of hours of rich narrative within the game's world. Hardcore permadeath Survival mode for those looking for a challenge. And a highly customizable Sandbox mode for those looking to play by their own rules!

Featuring an original soundtrack that captures the era with psychedelic and Latin American influences.

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User Reviews

Mostly Positive
20 user reviews
70%
Positive
63 hrs at review
Not Recommended

is a shame... the gameloop was fun, the concept solid but it was abandoned

3 helpful
2 hrs at review
Recommended

Couldnt finish the tutorial because I couldnt get through the gang war, its hard to make tutorials to this kinds of games so I didnt mind much. I will still recommend it becoz its obvious they spent a lot time on this. cheers

1 helpful
138 hrs at review
Not Recommended

Honestly? for the music alone i should definely recomend it, but unfortunately the bad outweights it I can guarante you, if you buy it, and you like agresive micro-management, you will like it! but after the 10th hour mark well, it gets a bit samey worst of all, game got killed for hello neighbour, or whatever the hell it was, horrible choise by tiny build but, whatevs, the developers at least can go and do great things on their own, hopefully all, and all, only buy this if you are really REALLY into old 80-90 cartels, and micromanaging hell, expect little replay value, and no further updates on the game Trully, a shame, best of lucks out there

1 helpful
102 hrs at review
Recommended

I love the game. It is a colourful management game, the music and the art captures the vibe of the 80s movie this game is emulating. There are two maps (one with the DLC), three campaign missions and plenty of ingame goals you can set for yourself, and I didn't encounter any technical issues. I don't get why people need to shit on indie games, especially when said games does what it says.

1 helpful
126 hrs at review
Recommended

Great for unwinding

1 helpful
16 hrs at review
Not Recommended

Devs abandoned the game.

1 helpful
1 hrs at review
Not Recommended

I just wish it was fun.

42 hrs at review
Recommended

Salamanca money! salamanca blood!

1 funny
16 hrs at review
Recommended

Cartel Tycoon is a distinctive blend of economic simulation and narrative-driven strategy, set against the gritty, stylized backdrop of the 1980s Latin American drug trade. It places you in the role of an up-and-coming drug lord building a sprawling empire from the ground up. What starts with modest operations—growing basic crops and running small labs—quickly spirals into a high-stakes logistical game of transporting narcotics, laundering dirty money, managing relationships with government forces, and balancing a volatile network of lieutenants. The game’s world feels alive and volatile, as every action you take has ripple effects across your cartel’s operations and the larger political landscape. Whether you’re dealing with a government crackdown, rival gang incursion, or internal betrayal, there’s always a new fire to put out. The game’s economic engine is where most of the strategic complexity lies. Unlike more straightforward tycoon games, Cartel Tycoon features a d...

34 hrs at review
Recommended

Awesome game

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System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 7 and up
  • Processor: i5 and up
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 960 4GB
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 5 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Integrated

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: i7 ~3 Ghz / Ryzen 7
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1060
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Storage: 5 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Integrated

FAQ

How much does Cartel Tycoon cost?

Cartel Tycoon costs $29.99.

What are the system requirements for Cartel Tycoon?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 and up Processor: i5 and up Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 960 4GB DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: Integrated Recommended: Recommended: OS: Windows 10 Processor: i7 ~3 Ghz / Ryzen 7 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 1060 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 5 GB available space Sound Card: Integrated

What platforms is Cartel Tycoon available on?

Cartel Tycoon is available on Windows PC.

Is Cartel Tycoon worth buying?

Cartel Tycoon has 70% positive reviews from 20 players.

When was Cartel Tycoon released?

Cartel Tycoon was released on Jul 26, 2022.

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