Video Game Tycoon

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Video Game Tycoon is a single player casual management game with a business theme. It was developed by Holy Cow Studio and was released on March 31, 2017. It received positive reviews from players.

"Video Game Tycoon" is a clicker tycoon game that allows you to run and manage a game studio company. Create different games, increase your profits, and expand your business on Android, iOS, and web browser platforms. Your goal is to build a successful video game empire by making strategic decisions and carefully managing your resources.

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 980 reviews

graphics27 positive mentions

monetization110 negative mentions

The game is fun and engaging, allowing players to create their own games and customize various aspects.
The graphics are decent, and the game provides a satisfying experience of managing a game development company.
There are minimal ads, making it enjoyable to play without constant interruptions.

Progression can be slow, with prices for upgrades and employees increasing rapidly, making it frustrating to advance.
The game is plagued by frequent ads that interrupt gameplay, which can be annoying for players.
Customization options are limited, and some features, like creating game icons, require watching ads or are not user-friendly.

monetization
135 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
3%
81%
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over the frequency and intrusiveness of ads. While some users report minimal ad interruptions, others complain about forced ads that disrupt gameplay, particularly when opening menus or leveling up. Additionally, there are concerns about the effectiveness of the ad removal option, as players still encounter ads even after purchasing it, leading to a perception of poor value for money.
- “I love that there are almost no ads.”
- “Incredible game and no ads.”
- “Really fun game good to pass time and most importantly no ads.”
- “I timed it and ads every 2 minutes plus every single time you level up they want you to rate it.”
- “That's 7.5 minutes of ads for 30 minutes of gameplay... gaming is already a waste so why waste it playing a game that shoves ads down our throats.”
- “Forced ads before the game even starts.”
graphics
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
33%
7%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the cute and amusing art style, describing it as decent and better than typical mobile games. However, some users express disappointment with the low effort in graphics and suggest that improvements are needed for a more polished experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally appreciated, there is a consensus that enhancements could elevate the game's visual appeal further.
- “It's an amazing game and the graphics are amazing, and it's better than most trashy mobile games.”
- “Cute and amusing graphics.”
- “Nice game, good graphics for a mobile game.”
- “The graphics are also really low effort.”
- “Just copy-paste the game change graphics.”
- “Good game idea... but needs more improvement in graphics and show more learning of how to make a game... but thanks developers.”
humor
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its simplicity and fun, with many players enjoying the funny icons and self-referential jokes. Users appreciate the lightheartedness and comedic elements, which enhance the overall enjoyment of gameplay, despite some noting that it can be a bit exhausting. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with engaging mechanics, making it a delightful experience for players.
- “It's simple, fun, and funny.”
- “The icons for games being meme edits of actual game icons was funny, and I appreciate the hold tapping to save my finger joints.”
- “It's funny I'm reviewing a game which makes games and also has reviews in it.”
gameplay
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
59%
14%
The gameplay of the game shows promise with its idle mechanics and simple controls, appealing to fans of the genre. However, many users express frustration with the frequency of ads, slow tutorials, and repetitive gameplay, which can detract from the overall experience. While some appreciate the depth and potential for long-term engagement, others wish for more customization options and a faster progression pace.
- “Has great potential for long term gameplay.”
- “Ad revenue is balanced so core gameplay isn't interrupted.”
- “I love the concept and gameplay.”
- “That's 7.5 minutes of ads for 30 minutes of gameplay... gaming is already a waste so why waste it playing a game that shoves ads down our throats.”
- “This game has more effort in the design of the store page than the actual gameplay.”
- “But the gameplay sometimes gets repetitive and slow.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
24%
38%
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth and detail, with players expressing a desire for more narrative elements and customization options in missions. While the missions provide a sense of achievement and rewards, bugs and restrictions related to unlocking content can lead to frustration. Overall, players appreciate the potential for a richer story but feel it currently falls short.
- “The missions offer good rewards, plus it makes you feel like a mini CEO or SEO.”
- “I wish you could detail your game more, like if you want a story or not and other details that a game may have.”
- “Has I step in, I moved to new heights of future tycoon. My second chance family means the world to me; they have a dream, and I know I made a difference.”
- “The missions are a bit buggy since they only refresh at random while saying zero time to wait for new ones.”
- “It’s decent; I wish though that you could detail your game more, like if you want a story or not and other details that a game may have.”
- “Maybe the game will be better when you add more details in creating a game, like paid or free and single player or multiplayer, and one more thing: adding a game story.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is mixed, with users reporting various bugs, particularly with mission refresh rates and loading times for upgrades. While some players enjoy the game despite these glitches, others find them frustrating, particularly when they disrupt gameplay. Overall, there is a call for updates to improve stability and enhance the gaming experience.
- “The missions are a bit buggy since they only refresh at random while saying zero time to wait for new ones.”
- “Really good game but has some glitches; some of them are good and others are bad. Please update the game to make it more fun.”
- “This game glitches a lot in the middle of the game; it just glitches out, which is really annoying.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat tedious, particularly due to the lack of idle mechanics and steep prices for upgrades. Despite this, many still enjoy the game overall, appreciating its fun and interesting elements, and some suggest the addition of an auto-collection feature to alleviate the grind.
- “It's a great game so far, but I think an auto-collection button for the feedback of the games in-game would be great considering after a while it gets a bit tedious.”
- “Grinding gets kinda tedious at times with no idle taps because the price is a little steep for it, but it's still a good time spender.”
- “Needs a lot of grinding but still a good game.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it awesome and a great addition to the experience, while others describe it as irritating or bad. Overall, while the gameplay is praised, the music seems to be a point of contention among users.
- “Woohoo! I won a million dollars on this spinny wheel! I find this game awesome; the music is amazing, and the ability to build games is a game changer.”
- “It's really fun and addicting! The music gets a little irritating for me, but it's all great. Good work! ”
- “Pros: it's free, cons: bad graphics, bad music, it's a nightmare.”
- “Music is bad but the game is very good.”
- “But I don't really like the music.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Video Game Tycoon is a casual management game with business theme.

Video Game Tycoon is available on Web Browser, Phone, Tablet, Android and others.

Video Game Tycoon was released on March 31, 2017.

Video Game Tycoon was developed by Holy Cow Studio.

Video Game Tycoon has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its monetization.

Video Game Tycoon is a single player game.

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