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2001 PC 6.99 € 👍 88 % Very positive, 910 reviews on Steam

As the dictator of a Caribbean island you build an economy and infrastructure while juggling the people's favor, factions and foreign superpowers. Satirical humor and a lively Latin soundtrack make nation-building a joy.

What defines Tropico:

  • Lots of humour
  • Tactical depth

The closest matches for Tropico are Tropico 3, Tropico 4 and Tropico 6. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Tropico special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Tropico 3

95 %

2009 PCXbox 9.99 € 👍 89 % Very positive, 1,855 reviews on Steam

  • Lots of humour
  • Tactical depth
  • Focus on a single character

Rule a Caribbean banana republic as a satirical Cold War dictator, balancing economy, factions and superpowers while staying in power through charm, bribery or rigged elections. A breezy Latin soundtrack and sharp humor give the city-building a unique flavor.

Tropico 4

Lots of humour

Play a satirical island dictator building a Caribbean banana republic, balancing factions, superpowers and elections while padding your Swiss bank account. Charming humor, a catchy Latin soundtrack and laid-back city building with political bite.

Tropico 6

Lots of humour

As El Presidente you build and run a banana republic across four eras, juggling economy, politics and public favor. Satirical humor and the choice between tyrant and statesman give it its charm.

Tropico 5

Lots of humour

As the dictator of a Caribbean island you manage economy, politics and your dynasty across several eras, wrapped in satirical humor and Latin flair. New to this entry are trade, research and multiplayer for up to four players.

Theme Park

Lots of humour

A classic business sim in which you build an amusement park with rides, food stalls and staff, balancing prices, profit and guest happiness. Its tongue-in-cheek humor and the race to build the best park in the world give it charm.

Tropico 2: Pirate Cove

Pure single-player experience

As a Pirate King you build and run an island cove, keep your pirates and prisoners in line, and send ships out to plunder. This humorous management-strategy sequel to Tropico swaps dictators for Caribbean buccaneers.

The Movies

Pure single-player experience

You run a Hollywood studio from its early days to stardom, managing budgets, stars and lots, and shooting your own films with a built-in editor. The blend of business sim and creative moviemaking is tongue-in-cheek and unique.

Theme Hospital

Lots of humour

You build and run a hospital plagued by ridiculous ailments like Bloaty Head, juggling staff, finances and emergencies. Its eccentric British humour and charming presentation turn the management chaos into a joy.

Turmoil

Lots of humour

Turmoil is a lighthearted Wild West oil-rush management game where you dowse for oil, buy land and sell crude at fluctuating prices, outwitting rival tycoons to take over the town.

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