Oil Patch Simulations

Oil Patch Simulations is a business simulation in which you build an oil company, develop fields and manage the supply of fuel to a large city. You begin with a small refining and storage operation and use it to influence the city’s fuel supply and demand, aiming to control the city’s entire output.

Build your company

Develop oil fields on unlimited recreated maps, then acquire land, refineries and storage facilities. Refine, store and sell your own supply, and decide how to use your funds and resources to expand your operations. You can take over competitors through a hostile takeover or pursue a merger.

Manage the market

The simulation models commodity prices, supply and demand, and uses dynamic market factors to affect demand, product prices and stock prices. You can manipulate supply and demand to influence the commodities market, while planning around financing and the risks of running a business.

Corporate finances

Your corporation’s performance generates stock dividends, which you can reinvest. You can also trade stock in your company during acquisitions, pay yourself dividends from the company, or make special dividend payouts for additional personal funds.