Casino Inc

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In Casino Inc, players become a casino mogul, building and managing their own gambling empire. Customize casinos with various games, decorations, and staff to attract customers and increase profits. Compete with AI-controlled rivals, navigate business challenges, and strive for the title of the ultimate casino tycoon.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+17

86%

Audience ScoreBased on 258 reviews

gameplay8 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

Casino Inc is an incredibly addictive and fun management game that offers a unique blend of strategy and chaos, allowing players to micromanage their casinos while engaging in underhanded tactics against competitors.
The game is praised for its charm and humor, with quirky mechanics such as sending hitmen and troublemakers to rival casinos, making it a memorable experience for players.
Despite its age, Casino Inc provides a surprisingly deep gameplay experience with various features and customization options, making it a hidden gem among tycoon games.

The game suffers from severe anti-piracy measures that can trigger on legitimate copies, leading to unplayable conditions such as machines breaking down and staff quitting unexpectedly.
Many players report technical issues, including crashes and poor compatibility with modern systems, particularly Windows 10, which detracts from the overall experience.
The controls and user interface are often described as clunky and outdated, making the micromanagement aspects tedious, especially as the casino grows larger.

gameplay
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
56%
12%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of engaging mechanics and a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of older management games, which keeps players hooked despite some dated UI and occasional AI shortcomings. While the game offers a variety of fun and addictive elements, including a unique cheating system and customer management, it can become repetitive over time. Overall, it provides a solid and enjoyable experience, especially for those who appreciate micro-management and strategic gameplay.
- “I’d randomly caught a gameplay video on YouTube for this by Jerma, and I think I ended up watching it for about 40 minutes before realizing I had to get it.”
- “Gameplay itself is smooth; you start by building your own casino and manage every detail (up to the annoyance of controlling every individual employee's salary) and work your way up.”
- “A balanced gameplay with enough challenges to keep you going for a while.”
- “I found some shortcomings in its gameplay mechanics and subsequently got bored.”
- “You can get into a rhythm of things, which makes gameplay same-y at points.”
- “It all feels shallow, like it went to everything and didn't have a clear direction, resulting in a quite moderate game, with horrible graphics and forgettable gameplay.”
graphics
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
57%
21%
The graphics of the game are widely regarded as dated, reflecting its age and potentially posing a barrier for younger players. While some appreciate the nostalgic charm of the visuals, others find them lacking and suggest that a graphical remaster could enhance the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a minor drawback compared to the game's addictive gameplay and value for money.
- “Pretty good fun for the price, highly addictive (32 hours in 8 days), and you only see the age of the game in graphics.”
- “Good visuals, if you like the look of the dated graphics.”
- “Competition system and graphics are still fancy.”
- “Graphics are dated to hell but who cares.”
- “The graphics are dated, but that's something you'd expect from a dated game such as this.”
- “For younger players, getting around the controls and wonky graphics might be a barrier.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by its wacky NPCs, hilarious scenarios, and absurd situations, such as chaotic brawls and comical AI behavior. Players find joy in the randomness of events, like spiking drinks and witnessing the ensuing chaos, which adds to the game's charm and entertainment value. Overall, the humor is a significant draw, making it a fun way to pass the time.
- “I don't watch Jerma when he livestreams, but I discovered this game by watching his VOD for the game, and there really is a solid gem behind the wacky NPCs and funny scenarios!”
- “Got a little too excited with the 'attack' button on guards and managed to start an all-out brawl between the entire police department and all the guards and bouncers I kept hiring because I was laughing so hard (bodies shouldn't despawn so fast). Also, thanks Jerma!”
- “The scenarios and characters in the game are hilarious.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game's story is characterized by an open-ended sandbox format where players engage in missions focused on shutting down rival businesses to enhance their casino. However, some users report issues with mission completion and functionality, such as non-working slot machines, which detracts from the overall narrative experience.
- “The game is sort of sandbox, you pick a level with designed missions in mind that require you to usually shut down all the other businesses around your casino, but it's incredibly open-ended and super simple to understand.”
- “Some missions cannot be completed and slot machines don't work.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, often requiring significant time investment—over 24 hours in some cases—making it challenging to maintain long-term engagement. The grind can feel overwhelming, suggesting that players may need to dedicate substantial effort to progress.
- “However, as you can see, I've put well over 24 hours into the game, and while it is very tedious and frustrating at times, it is very much possible to play!”
- “This makes a long-term save feel very hard and grindy to come back to.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, featuring a groovy 70's-inspired soundtrack that many players consider its standout element. Overall, the soundtrack significantly enhances the gaming experience.
- “The soundtrack is a jam, very 70's.”
- “The best part about this game is the soundtrack.”
- “The music in this game is actually quite groovy.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for making significant portions unplayable without spending money, as players are unable to effectively manage advertising, transportation, and expansion without additional purchases. This reliance on monetization strategies, such as adjusting slot machine payouts and creating advertisements, detracts from the overall gameplay experience.
- “Now normal people could just make more advertisements, adjust slot machine payouts, and start casino shuttle routes.”
- “Making half of the game unplayable, in my opinion, as you cannot set up transport, buy advertising, or buildings.”
- “Advertising, transportation, and expansion all come into play here.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including non-functional animations, frequent freezes, and problems with save files being unloadable. Despite these bugs and glitches, some players still express a fondness for the game, indicating that its charm persists even in its outdated state.
- “Animations don't work, the game freezes, and saves are unloadable.”
- “The game has bugs and glitches, and it's super old. It's 2020, and I'm still playing it, but the stability issues are frustrating.”
- “Buggy when trying to get the bouncers/guards to take action.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate that the game's optimization is lacking, particularly in the final scenario, which can become excessively difficult based on prior performance. Players suggest that implementing a staff manager feature to help balance raises and performance evaluations could improve the experience.
- “The last scenario is a massive slog and almost impossible if you did too well at the beginning, since the goals are adjusted based on your past performance.”
- “Maybe putting a staff manager in place to suggest raises and highlight poor performance would help improve optimization.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive and engaging qualities, enhanced by impressive graphics that contribute to a captivating environment. Players appreciate how the atmospheric elements complement the gameplay, creating a cohesive and memorable experience. Overall, the combination of visual aesthetics and sound design effectively draws players into the game's world.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world with stunning visuals and sound design.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with a haunting ambiance that keeps you on edge and enhances the overall experience.”
- “The combination of atmospheric music and detailed environments creates a captivating experience that lingers long after you put the game down.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the atmosphere is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
- “The world feels lifeless, with minimal environmental interaction that detracts from the overall experience.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the high replayability of the game due to its numerous gameplay options, allowing for varied experiences with each playthrough.
- “There are so many different ways to play, which makes it highly replayable.”
- “Each playthrough feels unique due to the variety of choices available.”
- “The game offers multiple endings and paths, encouraging you to replay it.”