Game Dev Tycoon

Game Dev Tycoon

Replay gaming history

24K ratings
1109 reviews
$4.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 28, 2017
  • November 3, 2025

Features

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Build your own game development company from the 1980s to the present. Design and create your own games, research new technologies, and manage a team to become a market leader. Enjoy a full simulation experience without ads or in-app purchases.

Start a game development company
Design and create your own games
Research new technologies
Hire and manage a development team
Replay gaming history
Built-in screen recording and streaming
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What users say

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What's New in Game Dev Tycoon

1.6.20

November 3, 2025

Thank you for playing! Changes: - Performance optimizations - Bug fixes

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Charts

Top Paid

📉 63-1

Strategy games

This game dropped -1 position in Strategy games chart.

Last updated on September 21, 2026.

Top Paid

The game has maintained its position at 65 recently.

Last updated on September 21, 2026.

Top Paid

📉 199-4

Games

This game dropped -4 positions in Games chart.

Last updated on September 21, 2026.

User reviews

10/10

Has its moments

Great game

Absolutely love this game!

Please!

When’s the sequel?

Fun.

:)

Love it

Love the topic and genre of this game. Little hard to follow the tutorial. Please fix the screen buttons. The are in the screen corners half truncated. Hard to read top right bars date and ratings.

User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Loan payback amount inconsistency

Bug

Game reports not carrying over knowledge

Bug

Requested Features

6 requests

Add more console and game genre options

Feature

Implement employee personalities and interactions

Feature

Provide more detailed game performance history

Feature

Allow simultaneous game development

Feature

Add difficulty settings and sandbox mode

Feature

Implement mod support and custom content

Feature

FAQ

What is Game Dev Tycoon?

Game Dev Tycoon is a casual business simulation game where you step into the role of a game developer. You start your own company in the 1980s, design and create your own games, research new technologies, and manage a team to become a leader in the gaming market.

What are the key features of Game Dev Tycoon?

Key features include starting your own game development company, designing and creating your own games, researching new technologies, hiring and managing a development team, replaying gaming history, and gaining worldwide fans. The iPhone and iPad version also includes an updated storyline, new topics, an optional pirate mode, and built-in screen recording and streaming support.

How much does Game Dev Tycoon cost?

Game Dev Tycoon is a paid application. It does not contain any in-app purchases or advertisements, offering a complete and uninterrupted gaming experience.

Can I play Game Dev Tycoon offline?

Yes, Game Dev Tycoon does not require an internet connection to play. You can build your gaming empire in Airplane Mode, making it accessible even without a Wi-Fi or cellular connection.

Who is the target audience for Game Dev Tycoon?

This game is designed for players who enjoy casual business simulation games, have an interest in game development, or appreciate a nostalgic journey through the history of video games. It appeals to those who like strategic decision-making and building a successful virtual enterprise.