The Bottom Line
If you have ever wanted to own your island now is your chance. "Tropico" is a great game with lots of playing options. Strategy fans will love the detail and complexity.
Pros
- variety of ways to play
- replay value
- lots of strategy involved
Cons
- buildings can't be rotated
Description
- You choose the goals and how long your rule lasts or try one of the scenarios.
- Rule an island as an evil dictator, as a great leader that is always there for your citizens.
- Create an island by specifying the size, elevation, vegation, and mineral resources.
- Carefully choose dicator attributes, such as your background, flaws, rise to power, and traits.
- Keep track of what your citizens by using the yearly alamanc.
- Building options include government, medicial, residental, industrial, and farming.
Guide Review - "Tropico" Review
You rule the island of Tropico. It's up to you whether you are an evil dictator or a friend of the citizens. There is no lack of playing options that's for sure. You'll even get to pick the dictator's (your) attributes. This is an important part of the game, because the way the United States and Russian view you will be based on this. Your citizens have a variety of needs ranging from medical to religious. Whether or not you fulfill their needs is up to you.
The graphics are excellent. Even in the closest view, the quality is excellent; there is barely a difference at all. The sound is also great. You won't be turning off the sound after 15 minutes in "Tropico." The Latin music adds to the feel of the game. Overall, this is an excellent, challenging game that many simulation gamers will fall in love with.