Industry Giant 2

81%
Game Brain Score Based on 313 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • story
Industry Giant 2 Game Cover
Good addition for people who enjoy tycoon games. Well worth the cheap price.
Starting at $2.54Buy now
Get on Steam

"Industry Giant 2" is a business simulation game that allows you to grow a small company into a industrial giant. You control all aspects of the business, from building factories to setting retail prices, and must navigate economic booms and crises to succeed. Starting in 1900, you'll make critical decisions about production, raw materials, and transportation to build your empire.

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Windows
  • Xbox One
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

81%
Audience ScoreBased on 313 reviews
gameplay6 positive mentions
stability12 negative mentions
  • Industry Giant 2 is a classic business simulation game that offers deep and engaging gameplay, allowing players to build and manage their own industrial empire.
  • The game features a variety of production chains and logistics management, providing a satisfying challenge for players who enjoy strategic decision-making.
  • Despite its age, the game still holds a nostalgic charm and has a dedicated fanbase, with many players enjoying its complex mechanics and replayability.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, including frequent crashes and compatibility problems with modern hardware, which can frustrate players.
  • The user interface is outdated and can be unintuitive, making it difficult for new players to navigate and understand the game's mechanics.
  • Some players have reported graphical glitches and performance issues, detracting from the overall experience and making the game less enjoyable.
  • graphics61 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally considered outdated, reflecting its origins from the early 2000s, with many users noting issues such as graphical glitches and compatibility problems with modern graphics cards. While some appreciate the simplistic aesthetic and attention to detail, others find the visuals straining and lacking in modern polish. Overall, the game is seen as having adequate graphics for its age, but it struggles to meet contemporary standards, leading to mixed feelings among players.

    • “Great graphics and smooth gameplay for its age; recommend for older PCs and people that like campaign/career games.”
    • “The game offers some really nice graphics and a nice yet simplistic aesthetic which is pleasant all the same and has some amazing attention to detail even though it is a little rough around the edges.”
    • “This is one of the best tycoon games; if you are into this genre, I just hope there will be a worthy successor of this someday. Until then, just stick with this one; it's a good game and has a lot of depth to occupy you for hours and still has decent graphics, although being 10-15 years old.”
    • “I had hoped that this one would be a fixed version... but no, there are still graphical glitches: in-game texts glitch frequently and cannot be read; textures glitch a lot; no LOD, so when zoomed out it slows down.”
    • “Do not expect high-end graphics though, the focus is definitely not there.”
    • “Serious graphical errors on modern graphics cards, causing flickering of menus and rendering tooltips unreadable.”
  • gameplay25 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by solid mechanics and an intuitive interface, allowing for deep customization of supply chains and production management, despite some outdated elements and clunky logistics. While the game holds up well visually and offers a smooth experience, some users find certain mechanics unintuitive and the overall gameplay can feel repetitive over time. Additionally, technical issues like crashes have impacted the experience for some players, but many still appreciate the depth and charm of the gameplay.

    • “Despite being released years ago, the game still holds up remarkably well, thanks to its solid gameplay mechanics, intuitive interface, and enduring charm.”
    • “Great graphics and smooth gameplay for its age, recommend for older PCs and people that like campaign/career games.”
    • “There are tons of gameplay elements to fiddle with to optimize your production chains from raw materials to finished goods on the market.”
    • “It is a bit old; some mechanics are not very intuitive and not well explained in the tutorials.”
    • “The crappy airports kinda ruin the gameplay, honestly.”
    • “The core gameplay is mostly about clunky logistics, with unrealistic and inconvenient tasks that lead to frustrating micromanagement.”
  • story19 mentions

    The game's story is a mixed bag, with some users praising the engaging and varied missions that range from serious business challenges to humorous scenarios, while others criticize the campaign for having only a few enjoyable missions and frustrating mechanics. Many players appreciate the nostalgic value and the extensive content, including tutorials and expansions that enhance the experience. Overall, the missions provide a blend of fun and challenge, though the campaign's quality can be inconsistent.

    • “Thanks to the developers for a happy childhood, this game was the second one on my netbook in 2010 and it gave me a lot of unforgettable experiences. I definitely spent several hundred hours in it and really love every mission in this game.”
    • “The missions vary from serious business (taking over the family business, bringing a run-down company back on track) to funny things like providing crashed aliens with the things they need to fly home.”
    • “The early missions are pretty easy, but later on there are some really cool and interesting tasks.”
    • “Now the campaign, on the other hand, is utter garbage; only very few select missions are fun.”
    • “Which is hilarious because some missions you can only beat by exploiting the distance of depots to avoid using any transportation methods or by building multiple stores in one city.”
    • “Setting up production chains is usually quite expensive, so if you make bad choices at the start, you'll likely end up not making enough money to invest in anything else, and thus fail the mission or fall behind in endless play.”
  • stability14 mentions

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing frequent crashes, freezes, and significant graphical glitches that hinder gameplay, such as text and texture issues. However, others report smooth performance with minimal problems, indicating that experiences may vary widely depending on the system. Overall, while some users enjoy a stable experience, many highlight persistent bugs that detract from the game's quality.

    • “I studied the reviews, no problems, no freezes in the menu, running smoothly and gently like a hamster on speed.”
    • “The game runs great at well over 120fps at 1080p.”
    • “I never could play this game, constant freezes and crashes... finally it's IG2 time, after 20 years of waiting.”
    • “I had a hope that this one would be a fixed version... but no, there are still graphical glitches: in-game texts glitch frequently to the point that they cannot be read; textures glitch a lot; no LOD, so when zoomed out it slows down.”
    • “This game is a buggy mess on modern PCs.”
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players enjoying the soundtrack while others find it repetitive and lacking variety. Many users report technical issues, such as crashes when attempting to mute the music or adjust sound settings, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the absence of a music player or playlist feature limits customization options for players who wish to listen to their own music.

    • “Music selection is excellent; I love the music but sadly no player nor playlist unlike Transport Tycoon.”
    • “The only thing you will hear are some simple effects and different background music, which you will turn off at a certain point.”
    • “Fun game if you like these kinds of games, one track soundtrack gets old fast.”
    • “Fun game if you like these kinds of games, but the one-track soundtrack gets old fast.”
    • “I turned the sound all the way down, but it didn't help; all of the sounds are still there, and when I try to turn the music off, the game crashes.”
    • “Sound issues occur if you turn down the volume of the game sound effects; the music will randomly change to full, which can be very annoying.”
  • replayability5 mentions

    The game is highly praised for its exceptional replayability, offering a blend of depth and challenge that keeps players engaged. With a manageable learning curve and intriguing logistical puzzles, it stands out as a must-play title for fans of the genre.

    • “Its blend of depth, challenge, and replayability ensures that it remains a must-play title for fans of the genre.”
    • “The game has a really high replayability value and the learning curve is not too steep thanks to nice tutorials.”
    • “The replayability of this game is incredible.”
    • “Very replayable game.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The game is generally well-optimized for modern hardware and software, with users reporting no major performance issues. However, some players feel it lacks depth in creativity and learning opportunities related to markets and optimization challenges. Overall, it is seen as a solid optimization game focused on production and logistics.

    • “In terms of performance and issues about modern hardware/software compatibility, I didn’t have any major issues.”
    • “A nice optimization game based around producing, transporting, and selling various goods.”
    • “Basically, I didn't feel like this game has much (or any) room for creativity or making interesting calculations and learning something about markets, production, or optimization problems.”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be a mix of enjoyable and tedious, particularly due to the cumbersome process of managing vehicle routes without the ability to copy settings. The progression from simple farming in the early game to more complex production in later years adds depth, but can also lead to repetitive tasks that feel laborious.

    • “Controlling vehicle routes is very tedious as you can't copy settings from one vehicle to another.”
    • “It is fun, but it borders on tedious in places.”
    • “For example, if you start in 1900, most of your business might be farming, while in the 50s you can produce sun milk, boats, vending machines, bottles, and other items.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is a blend of absurdity and cleverness, with players finding hilarity in unconventional strategies, such as exploiting game mechanics to complete missions. The missions themselves range from serious undertakings, like reviving a family business, to whimsical tasks, such as assisting crashed aliens, adding a lighthearted touch to the gameplay.

    • “Which is hilarious because some missions you can only beat by exploiting the distance of depots to avoid using any transportation methods, or by building multiple stores in one city.”
    • “The missions vary from serious business (taking over the family business, bringing a run-down company back on track) to funny scenarios like providing crashed aliens with the things they need to fly home.”
Positive mentions (%)Positive
Neutral mentions (%)Neutral
Negative mentions (%)Negative

Critic Reviews

50% average critic score

Buy Industry Giant 2

Play time

43hMedian play time
42hAverage play time
1-90hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 5 analyzed playthroughs

Videos

Similar Games