Startopia

Startopia: Business Simulation & Real-Time Strategy Game

Business simulation and real-time strategy game where players develop and manage a multi-level space station to attract alien visitors and keep them happy, developed by Mucky Foot Productions and published by Eidos Interactive in 2001.

What is Startopia?

Startopia is a business simulation and real-time strategy video game developed by Mucky Foot Productions and published by Eidos Interactive in 2001. In the game, players are tasked with developing and managing a multi-level space station to attract alien visitors and keep them happy.

On each level of the space station there are different zones - leisure deck, bio deck, engineering deck and bridge - that the player must develop by building various rooms and facilities to meet the needs of their alien guests. For example, the leisure deck focuses on entertainment with casinos, virtual reality suites and restaurants, while the bio deck is for growing food and providing medical care.

A key aspect of the game is keeping visitors happy by making sure their needs are met - different alien species have different preferences so the player has to balance various facilities to satisfy everyone. Part of the challenge comes from dealing with emergencies and disasters that can affect station systems.

There is also a competitive element, as the player competes with other station owners to attract more visitors and gain a higher commercial rating. This involves setting pricing strategies, hiring staff, making deals with alien traders and keeping accounts balanced.

With its quirky alien characters, humorous scenarios and range of station management mechanics, Startopia provides an engaging and unique gaming experience as both a business simulation and real-time strategy title.

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