Game Dev Tycoon

Game Dev Tycoon is about building a video game development company, starting in the 1980s. You design and release games, research technologies and invent new game types as you work to become a market leader with fans around the world.

Start in the 80s

You begin in a small garage office, developing simple games. As you gain experience, you unlock options and create your first game engine. The game’s level design is hand-crafted.

Develop your games

Your development decisions affect each game’s success. You choose which areas to focus on, such as gameplay or quests, and can use game reports to gain insights. With experience, you can make larger, more complex games, which bring new challenges and require careful team management.

Grow your company

After successfully releasing a few games, you can move into your own office, hire and train staff, and build a development team. You unlock further options as your company grows, including secret labs and industry-changing projects.

Key features

• Design and create games
• Research new technologies and create custom game engines
• Move into bigger offices and build a development team
• Unlock achievements
• Modding and Workshop support