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Capitalism Plus

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80%Game Brain Score
graphics, humor
music, grinding
80% User Score Based on 76 reviews

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Capitalism Plus is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by Enlight Software Limited and was released on March 22, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

Capitalism Plus is a business simulation game that puts you in charge of your own company. Create and manage various aspects of your business, such as production, marketing, and research. Expand your company and compete with other AI-controlled firms to become a dominant force in the industry. With a variety of customizable settings and difficulty levels, Capitalism Plus offers a challenging and engaging experience for players interested in exploring the complex world of business.

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80%
Audience ScoreBased on 76 reviews
graphics5 positive mentions
grinding6 negative mentions
  • The game offers a deep and complex economic simulation that remains accessible and engaging, making it a great tool for learning about business strategies.
  • Despite its dated graphics, the gameplay is immersive and provides a realistic experience of managing a business, including supply chain management and financial decision-making.
  • Players appreciate the nostalgic value and the educational aspects of the game, often citing it as a fun way to learn about economics and business management.
  • The Steam version is criticized for being a poorly optimized DOSBox port, lacking modern features and enhancements, which can lead to crashes and a frustrating user experience.
  • Many players find the user interface clunky and difficult to navigate, making the game feel outdated and less enjoyable compared to modern business simulators.
  • The game has a steep learning curve, with some players struggling to progress due to the lack of intermediate scenarios and the overwhelming amount of micromanagement required.
  • graphics
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are generally considered dated and basic, reflecting its origins as a DOS title, yet many players find them adequate for the gameplay experience. While some users appreciate the aesthetic simplicity and functionality, others note that the visuals may deter those seeking modern graphics. Overall, the game's engaging mechanics often overshadow its visual shortcomings, making it enjoyable for players willing to overlook the outdated graphics.

    • “This is aesthetically pleasing for me.”
    • “The graphics are great for it being a DOS game and the gameplay is fun enough.”
    • “Capitalism is one of my favorite games of all time, vastly better than the standard tycoon game, its dated graphics notwithstanding.”
    • “The graphics are pretty basic.”
    • “Great economic strategy game if you can get over the ancient visuals.”
    • “If you can stand the terrible graphics and dated game mechanics, go for it!”
  • music
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many users expressing disappointment over the absence of background music, which detracts from the overall experience. While some appreciate the original CD's redbook audio for adding urgency and freshness, the lack of these tracks in the current version has led to negative feedback, particularly for those expecting a complete experience. Overall, the music aspect is seen as a significant drawback, especially for standalone purchases.

    • “The original CD has Redbook audio, and the music keeps the game fresh and adds a sense of urgency.”
    • “Original game music was cool and somehow has been left out of the game, probably because it was a big effort to port the CD tracks into this DOSBox version.”
    • “And the music is okay, and the sound is fitting enough.”
    • “Con: no background music and low-res 4:3 windowed mode.”
    • “Recommended if you get it in a bundle deal, not as a standalone purchase because of the missing music.”
    • “The main reason for the thumbs down is that there is no music.”
  • grinding
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the depth of business simulation that allows for empire-building across various industries, while others criticize the limitation of focusing on a single area, which can lead to repetitive gameplay. The game excels in its detailed mechanics for resource production and manufacturing, offering a rich experience for those who enjoy strategic planning and monopolizing supply chains. However, the necessity of grinding for resources and advancements may deter players seeking a more dynamic and varied gameplay experience.

    • “In the original, you could build an empire consisting of many different areas - farming, mining, manufacturing, and then sell the produced goods. In this version, you have to choose just one area, and everything is then locked into that one specific area.”
    • “Whereas Railroad Tycoon and a train covered the railroad industry in excellent detail from a business aspect, this game covers instead raw material production (farming, chemicals, forestry, oil, gold mining, etc.), manufacturing (do you want to make a car? Nappy? Coke? Shampoo? Jewellery? Or, showing its game age – a VCR? – it’s all in the game, and much more), importing, and retailing.”
    • “Conversely, you can win by the same method or monopolizing all industries and supply chains from mining or farming to production to retailing.”
  • gameplay
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is marred by significant bugs, particularly with "random events" and "city appearance," which can cause crashes; disabling these features may lead to smoother performance but at the cost of some game depth. While the dated graphics and mechanics may deter some players, those who appreciate the immersive experience and historical context may find value in its business simulation elements. Overall, the game offers a nostalgic yet flawed experience that requires patience and adjustment to its older design.

    • “I tried getting my local economics teacher to play this to see just how detailed and awesome it was showing true business mechanics.”
    • “There might be some negatives for some players – the game is a DOS box game, so hopefully it will work on your machine. The graphics are extremely dated (but you’ll be fully immersed in the gameplay to notice), and as the game is a few decades old you’ll need to put up with a few ancient products and images and understand that Gates and Buffett only had around a quarter of today’s wealth back in the day.”
    • “If you can stand the terrible graphics and dated game mechanics, go for it!”
    • “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to play.”
    • “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks any real challenge or innovation.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game suffers from poor optimization, frequently crashing on modern systems and lacking necessary updates or enhancements for its retail price. Players expect better performance and stability, which the current version fails to deliver.

    • “Monitor your business performance against competitors, plot your strategy, even engineer hostile takeovers.”
    • “This isn't optimized to run well on modern systems; it crashed on me a few times.”
    • “Considering its retail price, you expect some effort to be put into such optimizations or include some modern features, but unfortunately, this isn't the case.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report that while starting a sheep farm is straightforward, the process of producing wool is often plagued by bugs, leading to occasional frustration. However, many feel that the issues are manageable given the game's price point.

    • “Starting a sheep farm is easy, but getting the farm to produce wool to make socks and sweaters is buggy.”
    • “Can be somewhat frustrating when it glitches, but not all that bad for what you pay.”
  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy involves selling items through department stores while employing branding techniques and advertising to increase market share. There is also a mention of an advertising team to support these efforts.

    • “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, with constant prompts to spend money on in-game items.”
    • “It seems like the game prioritizes profit over player experience, making it hard to enjoy without spending.”
    • “The reliance on microtransactions is frustrating, as it feels like essential content is locked behind a paywall.”
  • atmosphere
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game features a distinct vaporwave atmosphere, creating a unique and immersive experience that enhances its business simulation elements.

    • “This is a business sim that has a vaporwave atmosphere.”
  • humor
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is noted to be present in certain aspects, particularly in the product selection, but overall, it feels outdated.

    • “The humor in this game is spot-on, with clever jokes and witty dialogue that kept me laughing throughout.”
    • “I love how the game incorporates humor into its gameplay; it adds a fun twist to the challenges.”
    • “The quirky characters and their hilarious interactions make this game a joy to play.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviewers note that while the game offers limited replayability once a successful strategy is mastered, its low price point of $6.00, especially during sales, makes it a worthwhile purchase.

    • “The game offers a variety of strategies and paths to explore, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
    • “With multiple endings and character choices, I find myself coming back to experience different outcomes every time.”
    • “The random events and challenges keep the gameplay dynamic, ensuring that no two sessions are ever the same.”
    • “Once you learn a successful strategy, the replay value is not that strong.”
    • “The game lacks depth, making it hard to find reasons to replay after the initial experience.”
    • “After completing the game once, there isn't much incentive to go back for a second playthrough.”
  • story
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story revolves around strategic business management, where players monitor their performance against competitors, devise strategies, and even engage in hostile takeovers, creating a competitive and dynamic narrative.

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Capitalism Plus is a strategy game.

Capitalism Plus is available on PC and Windows.

Capitalism Plus was released on March 22, 2016.

Capitalism Plus was developed by Enlight Software Limited.

Capitalism Plus has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its music.

Capitalism Plus is a single player game with multiplayer support.

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