Cartel Tycoon is a simulation and strategy game that immerses players into the gritty world of drug cartels, blending management mechanics with resource strategy and narrative elements. Set in a fictional 1980s Latin America, players take on the role of a young drug lord striving to build a drug empire while navigating the dangers of rival cartels, law enforcement, and the social ramifications of their actions. The game's structure revolves around creating and managing a network of drug production, distribution, and smuggling operations, where players will make high-stakes decisions that impact the growth of their empire.
Navigating the intricacies of cartel life, players must engage in constructing various facilities to produce drugs, manage resources, and deploy strategies to expand their influence. The game features a unique economy system, where players need to balance their criminal enterprises while keeping an eye on public perception and the ever-increasing threats from rival factions. As players progress, they can unlock new technologies, recruit key operatives, and make connections with various characters, each with their own motivations. The combination of strategic planning, resource management, and atmospheric storytelling allows players to experience the thrill and consequences of building a powerful cartel in a richly crafted world.
