# Tycoon: The Grand Pauper — Play Daifugou on the Go!

> Digital adaptation of a legacy card game with local, multiplayer, and progression features. (iPhone/iPad app by Lunaria Creative LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tycoon-the-grand-pauper/id6766662214 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Lunaria Creative LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895284768)
- Category: Games, Card
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 17.6 · 33 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-08
- Data updated: 2026-07-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tycoon-the-grand-pauper/id6766662214/reviews.md

## What is Tycoon?

Born from a Velvet Room, the card game you've always wanted to play anywhere — finally in your pocket. 
We present a unique and modern look to a legacy card game. Whether you're new to Tycoon or a veteran, this has everything for you.

Features:
- Local play: You and three AI opponents duke it out to see who comes out on top!
- Multiplayer: Join a random lobby or create a private room with friends for a real challenge!*
- Custom Modes: Want to turn some house rules off? Add more AI players? Go ahead! Tune it to how you'd like!
- Progression: Gain XP for new card skins, titles, emotes and profile borders to show off to others!
- Tracking: Over-engineered stat tracking to show you how you become the Tycoon!
- Cloud Saves: Sync your save data across all your iOS devices to play at home AND on the go!*

Win your hand and climb to the top!
Play singles, pairs, triples, and quads to empty your hand before anyone else. Revolution, Eight Stops, Joker and Bankruptcy rules in full effect. Shake things up by changing the game in Custom Mode!

Track every win and own your stats!
Every game is tracked. As you play, earn XP, unlock rewards and watch your rank climb.

Fight to call yourself the Tycoon!
Play online with friends and foes to see who's the real Tycoon.*

*Account creation is necessary to access cloud saves and online multiplayer

## Key features

- Local AI matches
- Online multiplayer
- Customizable game modes
- Progression system with unlockables
- Detailed stat tracking
- Cloud saves


## Frequently asked questions about Tycoon

### What are the main game modes in Tycoon: The Grand Pauper?

Tycoon: The Grand Pauper offers local play against AI opponents, online multiplayer with friends or random players, and custom modes where you can adjust game rules.

### Does Tycoon: The Grand Pauper support offline play?

Yes, the game features a local play mode where you can compete against three AI opponents without an internet connection.

### How does the progression system work in Tycoon: The Grand Pauper?

You gain XP by playing games, which unlocks new card skins, titles, emotes, and profile borders to personalize your in-game presence.

### Can I play Tycoon: The Grand Pauper with friends online?

Yes, you can join a random lobby or create a private room to play with friends. Account creation is necessary for online multiplayer.

### What devices is Tycoon: The Grand Pauper available on?

Tycoon: The Grand Pauper is available on iPhone and iPad devices.

### Is Tycoon: The Grand Pauper free to play?

Yes, Tycoon: The Grand Pauper is available for free and does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

### How often is Tycoon: The Grand Pauper updated?

The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on June 13, 2026, indicating recent development activity. The initial release was on June 8, 2026.

### What is the age rating for Tycoon: The Grand Pauper?

Tycoon: The Grand Pauper has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for a teen audience.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.1.1 — 2026-06-13

MAJOR UPDATE ALERT!!!! - We added a bunch of new features to enhance your experience :)
- !New! Friends' List: An easier way to play with and invite friends to Tycoon matches! See when they are online, in a lobby or offline!
- !New! Inbox: Manage all incoming friend requests or invites!
- !New! Gameboards: Change the color of the background while you play Tycoon! Mix and match with your card skins too!
- !New! Customize Menu: Streamlined menu to pick from all unlockables!
*Coming soon* - Emotes for online play!
- Updated: Gameboards in online mode
- Updated: Room Code option for people on older versions
- Updated: Expert Difficulty shows progress toward unlocking
- Updated: Balanced Level XP
- Updated: Reorganized Level Unlocks to feel more rewarding
- Updated: Unlocks now alert you at what level they unlock!
- Updated: New Unlocks!
- Fixed: iPad Drawer UI (Including difficulty, custom rules & customizer)
- Fixed: Scrollable landing screens
- Fixed: Upcoming Unlock bug
- Fixed: Username change bug
- Fixed: Minor bugs fortunately squashed

Thank you so much for the support and playing our game!

### 1.1 — 2026-06-13

MAJOR UPDATE ALERT!!!! - We added a bunch of new features to enhance your experience :)
- !New! Friends' List: An easier way to play with and invite friends to Tycoon matches! See when they are online, in a lobby or offline!
- !New! Inbox: Manage all incoming friend requests or invites!
- !New! Gameboards: Change the color of the background while you play Tycoon! Mix and match with your card skins too!
- !New! Customize Menu: Streamlined menu to pick from all unlockables!
*Coming soon* - Emotes for online play!
- Updated: Expert Difficulty shows progress toward unlocking
- Updated: Balanced Level XP
- Updated: Reorganized Level Unlocks to feel more rewarding
- Updated: Unlocks now alert you at what level they unlock!
- Updated: New Unlocks!
- Fixed: Upcoming Unlock bug
- Fixed: Username change bug
- Fixed: Minor bugs fortunately squashed

Thank you so much for the support and playing our game!

### 1.0.1 — 2026-06-03

- iPad UI Bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2026-06-02

No release notes.

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