Tropico

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Tropico is a single player casual management game. It was developed by Feral Interactive and was released on December 18, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In Tropico, become El Presidente of a Caribbean island and guide it into modernity while managing all aspects of the country, from resources and trade to politics and public opinion. With an intuitive touch interface, customize Tropico to your vision, whether that's a tourist paradise, industrial powerhouse, or police state. Exert absolute power, print your own money, and manipulate elections to maintain control in this humorous city-builder with a political twist.

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Single-Player

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76%

Audience ScoreBased on 627 reviews

graphics18 positive mentions

stability9 negative mentions

Great graphics and music, capturing the essence of the original Tropico experience.
No pay-to-win mechanics and can be played offline, making it a solid choice for mobile gaming.
Once you get used to the controls, the gameplay is enjoyable and offers a lot of depth.

Controls can be clunky and difficult to master, especially for building and camera movement.
Frequent crashes and issues with saving progress, leading to frustration for players.
Some users report performance issues, particularly with lag when the population increases.

graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the graphics of the game have received high praise for their quality and visual appeal, with many users noting that they are impressive for a mobile platform. However, there are consistent requests for adjustable graphics settings to optimize performance and reduce strain on devices, as some players experience lag and glitches. While the visuals are generally well-received, the lack of customization options has been a common point of criticism.
- “The graphics are amazing, the game looks perfect.”
- “Great graphics and great work to bring a pretty similar experience from other platforms to Android.”
- “Great controls, gameplay, and stunning graphics for a mobile game.”
- “It's better off on any other platform but not for a phone; everything is out of place in terms of graphics, design, and mechanics. You can't even zoom properly without it flickering and glitching. There are many free games made better than this. Don't waste your money on this one.”
- “I'm surprised there isn't a graphics options screen to adjust details.”
- “Why are there no options to tweak the graphics to be less intensive on the system?”
gameplay
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay reviews are mixed, with many praising the overall mechanics, graphics, and depth, particularly for strategy and city-building enthusiasts. However, several users report issues such as clunky controls, frequent crashes, and frustrating road-building mechanics, especially on mobile devices. While some find the gameplay enjoyable and recommend it, others suggest it may not perform well on certain phones, leading to a less satisfying experience.
- “Awesome gameplay, the controls are not clunky; this game meets my expectations.”
- “Love the tactics, scenarios, events, mechanics, and this is super recommended to other players out there who love strategy and building cities.”
- “Great controls, gameplay, and stunning graphics for a mobile game.”
- “The roads are the most infuriating thing to build and, I swear, some of the campaigns are impossible to beat. I'm sure they are, but there is no information available to improve gameplay enough to be able to. Yet, I still keep playing.”
- “I have an S9+ and the only reason why I stopped playing is the clunkiness and laggy feeling of the gameplay. Other than that, it could have been a solid game.”
- “The frequent crashes ruin my gameplay. Can you please fix it.”
optimization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed reviews; while some players report smooth performance on various devices, others experience significant lag, especially with higher in-game populations. Suggestions for improvement include options to lower graphics settings and better battery optimization. Compatibility issues with certain processors also hinder the experience for some users.
- “The port job is solid and is optimized really well, runs great on my Galaxy S9.”
- “The game runs smoothly even on my mid-range device and the battery life is great too.”
- “Long time fan of the game, runs smoothly on both phone and tablet!”
- “It might help if the game had the option to lower the graphics settings to reduce strain on devices, or perhaps optimize it to balance performance and graphics.”
- “Please improve the performance when the citizen count reaches 300, as the game lags significantly.”
- “I love the concept, but unfortunately, the Android port's performance is poor and the controls are very unresponsive.”
music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere, with many players expressing a desire to add it to their personal playlists. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, contributing significantly to the enjoyment of the gameplay experience. Overall, the music is considered a major positive aspect of the game, complementing its engaging visuals and gameplay.
- “Great visuals, the music once again is spot on.”
- “And the atmosphere and music are great.”
- “Really love the game from the gameplay, voice acting to music.”
- “I even put the music to my Spotify playlist.”
- “Also, where can I find the soundtrack?”
- “The soundtrack is an added bonus.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating the engaging quests and challenging missions reminiscent of classic titles like Pharaoh and Caesar. However, technical issues hinder the experience, as many users report problems with story progression not loading properly, requiring frequent restarts to access objectives and story content. Overall, while the narrative offers depth and enjoyment, the game's stability needs improvement to enhance the storytelling experience.
- “It's very challenging, worth it, and the most important is the game is very fun with lots of story!”
- “Similar to Pharaoh, Caesar, etc. Very good quests and maps.”
- “Also plenty of missions to do if you want objectives.”
- “Game is broken, most of the time the story won't pop up. I have to check objectives now and then or restart every 5 minutes for the story mail to appear.”
- “I constantly have to restart missions.”
- “Great game but I have the expansion packs and it keeps telling me to download the Tropican Dream one. I can go into it and start the mission, but once I stop playing and try again, it won't load me back into it. It just keeps saying load game failed. I have tried restarting quite a few times and it's the same issue. Please fix this if possible.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent freezing, lag, and crashes, particularly on mobile devices. While some players appreciate the optimization on certain phones, the overall experience is marred by glitches and unresponsive controls, leading to frustration and difficulty in gameplay. Despite the game's potential, these stability issues significantly detract from user enjoyment.
- “The port job is solid and is optimized really well; it runs great on my Galaxy S9.”
- “The game freezes and crashes every time I try to open it unless I uninstall and then reinstall it, which is not a practical workaround for a mobile game or how I would expect a game to function on a brand new phone.”
- “Love the game but unfortunately it constantly freezes.”
- “Game is good but it's too laggy; I wish you would put graphical settings in the future. It's a good game, but sometimes it freezes/stutters whenever I rotate, build, or when I tap any NPCs.”
monetization
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its complete lack of ads and microtransactions, providing a seamless experience that enhances its value, especially for a mobile port. While some users find the $15 price tag a bit high for a mobile game, they agree that the absence of monetization schemes makes it worth the investment. Overall, players appreciate the focus on gameplay without interruptions from common mobile monetization practices.
- “The game is complete, no ads or microtransactions.”
- “I've wanted mobile Tropico for years, thank god it's not plagued by microtransactions or any other common mobile port problems.”
- “15 bucks was a little expensive for a mobile game but totally worth it for an Android port from PC without ads or microtransactions and other anti-features.”
- “Do yourself a favor and play a real game like this with no microtransactions -- the depth is astonishing.”
- “I've always loved Tropico and this captures it perfectly, one of the best mobile games I've ever played, no interruptions by monetization schemes or other nonsense!”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its humor, with players enjoying the funny comments and comedic elements integrated into the gameplay. While some mention minor issues with controls and crashes, the overall experience is described as hilarious and addictive, making it a worthwhile purchase.
- “Awesome graphics, great music, and funny comments.”
- “Enjoying the city-building experience and the humor injected by the devs.”
- “Worth the buy and the time you play it... very hilarious and addictive!”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express mixed feelings about replayability; while some appreciate the game's depth and consider it worth the investment, others find the requirement to redevelop islands for each challenge tedious, which diminishes the overall replay value.
- “Worth the money, this is a full real game with replayability.”
- “Kinda pointless for a game that takes so much time, which makes the replay value drop.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised, with users highlighting the impressive music that enhances the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere and music are fantastic, creating an immersive experience.”
- “The game's atmosphere is incredibly engaging, drawing you into its world.”
- “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that while the game offers opportunities for efficient resource farming and micromanagement, the process can become tedious over time due to the extensive grinding required to optimize these areas.
- “At the start, you can mark areas with good farming resources (sugar, tobacco, etc.), but the grinding can become overwhelming.”
- “There's a lot to this game, but the micromanaging can get tedious and feels like unnecessary grinding.”