Emergency Tycoon

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Emergency Tycoon is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by stillalive studios and was released on May 28, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In Emergency Tycoon , construct and manage a combined emergency headquarters for the fire brigade, police, and ambulance services. Make tough budget decisions and manage responses to intense emergencies. As the police, dispatch appropriate forces and equipment to handle dangerous situations, apprehend suspects, and gather evidence to finance larger operations. Keep your city safe and gradually expand and improve your headquarters.

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Audience ScoreBased on 320 reviews

graphics7 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game offers enjoyable gameplay with a unique blend of strategy and management elements, making it a fun experience for fans of tycoon games.
The graphics and art style are appealing, providing a light-hearted atmosphere that complements the gameplay.
The game has potential for modding, which could enhance its replayability and introduce new content.

The game is plagued by bugs and performance issues, including crashes and unresponsive features, making it frustrating to play.
Content is limited and repetitive, leading to a lack of long-term engagement after completing the initial scenarios.
The developers have seemingly abandoned the game, with no updates or fixes since its release, leaving many players feeling disappointed.

story
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is generally seen as limited and repetitive, with players expressing that once the main missions are completed, there is little motivation to continue due to a lack of engaging content. While some enjoy the initial missions and find the scenarios fun, many feel that the narrative lacks depth and variety, leading to a tedious experience as the game progresses. Overall, the story mode is considered the most enjoyable aspect, but it ultimately falls short of providing a compelling or lasting experience.
- “While it doesn't have the story of something like Two Point Hospital, it is far more sophisticated in its simulation and really appeals to a slightly different audience.”
- “Even if there wasn't an endless mode (there is), the story you get before it is well worth the price.”
- “There are several types of emergencies to handle, and the story is fun.”
- “The game falls apart when you complete the main mode and all the story missions.”
- “You do the first mission and that's it; you've done everything, which isn't a great motivator to continue with the rest of the game.”
- “You always have money, you can always build all things unlocked, and there's no real story or development to it.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally described as simple and basic, fitting the poly style that appeals to some players, though they are often seen as underutilized across the limited maps. While the visuals are not high-end and may lack depth compared to other titles in the genre, they are deemed adequate for gameplay and run smoothly on various systems. Overall, the graphics are appreciated for their unique aesthetic, but many players express a desire for more detail and polish.
- “It was the graphic style that drew me to the game.”
- “The graphics and artwork are nice.”
- “The simple art style gives this title a unique look, one that goes unfortunately underutilized across the handful of maps you're provided.”
- “There are bugs, and the graphics and animations are really basic.”
- “For as basic as the graphics are, it should run easily on those minimum requirements; it struggles on an i5 4 core.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is generally enjoyable, offering a mix of simple mechanics and engaging building options, though some players find it lacks depth and can become repetitive after a few hours. While the game provides a decent challenge and entertainment value, it suffers from glitches and a lack of updates, leading to mixed feelings about its long-term playability. Overall, it appeals to a niche audience but may not satisfy those seeking more complex gameplay experiences.
- “The gameplay is really well balanced between challenge and fun.”
- “While simple in its mechanics, it makes up for it in overall content and building options that make this title a staple in any tycoon game lineup.”
- “The gameplay is simple yet has enough mechanics implemented, keeping the user entertained continuously.”
- “Steam refused my refund request after I was trying to figure out if the gameplay of this game is really as terrible as I suspected. I think the developers of this game knew what they were doing by dragging out the playtime to build a non-functional base in sandbox mode, so you would not be able to refund after you figured out the objectives are impossible to complete.”
- “Game mechanics are way off even for easy, and gameplay seems not very thought out.”
- “This is probably meant to be a very kid-friendly game, but the strange setting and heavy price tag predetermine it for a more 'hardcore' player base, but struggles to justify it with lackluster gameplay, in comparison to 'Rescue: Everyday Heroes' or 'Emergency 4/911: First Responders'.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game has low replayability, as players note that while it offers several scenarios, they often feel repetitive with minimal variation beyond cosmetic changes. Although the gameplay is enjoyable, many users express uncertainty about its long-term replay value once all content is unlocked.
- “The game is a lot of fun, but I'm not sure about the replayability once everything gets unlocked.”
- “Overall, the game is enjoyable, but I have concerns about its replay value.”
- “There's no replayability value.”
- “The replay value is low; it has several scenarios, but it just repeats the same stuff with different skins.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game currently suffers from significant stability issues, including numerous bugs, placeholder text, and graphical inconsistencies, leading to a frustrating experience for players. While some minor glitches have been reported, there are no game-breaking bugs, and developer responses suggest reliance on modding for fixes. Overall, the game's stability is a major concern, detracting from its enjoyment.
- “This is a fun game but still buggy - some text descriptions are placeholders, some vehicle descriptions are plain wrong (wrong kit) and graphically some items don't quite 'fit'.”
- “The game is a buggy, laggy mess at the moment, and the only dev responses I am seeing imply (or state explicitly) that they expect most problems to be solved by modding.”
- “The game is very buggy and overall pretty boring.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, with many users reporting significant performance issues that detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate its graphics and depth, the consensus is that optimization is its most significant flaw.
- “That has better graphics, better animations, better sound, more depth, and is better optimized in terms of performance.”
- “It is the worst optimized game I've had the misfortune of dealing with in a while.”
- “Game is extremely unoptimized.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some players find it enjoyable and fitting, others feel it could be improved and may become repetitive over time.
- “The music is really great in the game too.”
- “The soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience.”
- “I love how the music sets the mood and immerses you in the game's world.”
- “The music could be better; it gets repetitive and dull after a short time.”
- “While the gameplay is enjoyable, the soundtrack fails to keep things interesting.”
- “The music is quite fun initially, but it quickly becomes monotonous.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the micro-management elements of the game, particularly in designing precinct layouts and addressing worker needs, which remain engaging rather than tedious. However, the process of sending staff on missions can become monotonous, as it often involves simply ticking boxes and dispatching without much strategic input if the necessary resources are lacking.
- “Sending out your staff on missions becomes a bit tedious; you've either got the kit or you haven't, and there's not a lot you can do about it if you don't. For the most part, you're just ticking boxes and hitting dispatch.”
- “The grinding aspect of the game feels repetitive and uninspired, making it hard to stay engaged over time.”
- “The constant need to grind for resources can become frustrating, as it often feels like a chore rather than an enjoyable part of the gameplay.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is consistently described as funny and interesting, with a well-balanced approach that enhances the overall experience.
- “The humor in this game is spot on, blending clever jokes with hilarious situations.”
- “I found myself laughing out loud at the witty dialogue and absurd scenarios.”
- “The comedic timing is perfect, making even the simplest tasks entertaining.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for the Coast Guard DLC, which is seen as redundant since it introduces a fourth service that functions identically to the existing ones, suggesting a lack of meaningful content for the additional cost.
- “The monetization in this game feels excessive and frustrating, making it hard to enjoy without spending extra money.”
- “I feel like the game is designed to push players towards microtransactions, which ruins the overall experience.”
- “The DLCs are overpriced and don't add enough value to justify the cost.”