90
Every one of the revolutionary changes has been carefully calculated to walk the fine line between serious sim and nostalgic trip back to childhood...we have to give Monopoly Tycoon a full recommendation.
88
The proof of the pudding is in the tasting – and this is a toothsome treat.
88
Deep Red took their time and reinvented both the "Sim City" model, the Monopoly board game, and created something that's bold, new, and still reminiscent of both sources.
8
Dedication will keep players coming back and the rewards make it worth returning. If a player finds it is hard for them to excel against the computer, then it becomes the right time to invite friends along to challenge. If someone has never played Monopoly, but likes to build or just loves the Monopoly franchise, this game is for him or her.
10
Can't figure out why this game isn't more popular. Sure it is rough around the edges, but it is very deep for its simplicity. The game is also ahead of its time graphically, even if it looks ugly by today's standards. If you are a fan of the simulation genre, I can not recommend this game enough, even with its steep learning curve.
Monopoly Tycoon (2001)
Released On:
Sep 24, 2001
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Generally Favorable
85
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Generally Favorable
7.8
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90
It might just be one of the best strategy games of 2001…one of the most refreshing, engaging games released in a long time. [Jan 2002, p.98]
89
The game is immensely fun, and incredibly innovative. It takes what is great about Monopoly and transfers it perfectly into the builder genre.
88
Deep Red took their time and reinvented both the "Sim City" model, the Monopoly board game, and created something that's bold, new, and still reminiscent of both sources.
85
A strong and innovative, and great-looking, real-time game of business management and city building.
85
I've never had this much fun with a Monopoly title. This one's a sleeper. [Dec 2001, p.117]
80
An honest-to-god, deep, rewarding strategy game that is easy to play and fun to watch. They finally put the "Tycoon" name on something that deserves it.
80
A well-done program, and it presents a nice twist not only on the original Monopoly title, but on the economic sim genre as well.
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Dec 21, 2015
10
Can't figure out why this game isn't more popular. Sure it is rough around the edges, but it is very deep for its simplicity. The game is also ahead of its time graphically, even if it looks ugly by today's standards. If you are a fan of the simulation genre, I can not recommend this game enough, even with its steep learning curve.
Oct 26, 2023
8
Dedication will keep players coming back and the rewards make it worth returning. If a player finds it is hard for them to excel against the computer, then it becomes the right time to invite friends along to challenge. If someone has never played Monopoly, but likes to build or just loves the Monopoly franchise, this game is for him or her.
SummaryA simulation game where the traditional fantasy of "owning it all" is taken to the next level. Plan, invest, build, demolish, and bankrupt your opponents in a real time 3D environment. Construct a fabulous upscale apartment building on Park Place or start a department store chain on Baltic or Mediterranean. It's all about money ? and mak... Read More
Rated Efor Everyone
