Game Dev Tycoon

December 10, 2012 Greenheart Games Greenheart Games, Netflix
Simulator Strategy Indie
Linux Android PC iOS Mac Switch
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In Game Dev Tycoon you replay the history of the gaming industry by starting your own video game development company in the 80s. Create best selling games. Research new technologies and invent new game types. Become the leader of the market and gain worldwide fans.
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Game Info

Release Date December 10, 2012
Developer Greenheart Games
Publisher Greenheart Games, Netflix
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Bird view / Isometric
Themes Business
Game Dev Tycoon

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