The Miscellaneous PC & vidya Games Thread

[Darth Wagtaros]

I loved Majesty - and Stronghold.  I remember leaving Majesty playing for a day or two at a time.

[mongers]

Been play some 'LOTR Online' in recent days, I still like it, but never got further than the start of Moria, given just how bit it is, I think I'll have a go at going all the way to Mordor and the post wars end content.

[Valmy]

I don't think there have been made many railroad games, and the genre has taken more off into diverse territory with airlines, factories and whatnot.

Speaking of trains, I am pondering whether to sink some time into Last Train Home about those Czech soldiers stuck in the Bolshevik territory during the Russian Civil War. The reviews are very good. Anyone with experience of the game?

My son played it a lot. I will ask him what he thought of the game this afternoon.

Ok so I did ask him but forgot to post about it.

He said the game was really fun but he got frustrated because resource management was difficult. So there we go.

[Razgovory]

Amazon is giving away Stronghold - I must have put a million hours through it when I was a kid. Is there a more modern game that scratches that itch?

The Majesty games, kinda, I guess?

God, I thought you were older than me...

[mongers]

Is there anything worth playing on PC game pass, as I had 3-4months free with a new pc, looked a couple of times, but nothing really jumped out at me. 

So any recommendations for the next week before I cancel it? 

[Grey Fox]

Frost Punk 2, Against the Storm, Commandos Origins, Dome Keeper, The Dragon Ages, Manor Lords, Cities Skyline 1 & 2, Pacific Drive, The Shadow Runs.

Any genre you really like?

[mongers]

Thanks G

Frost Punk 2, Against the Storm, Commandos Origins, Dome Keeper, The Dragon Ages, Manor Lords, Cities Skyline 1 & 2, Pacific Drive, The Shadow Runs.

Any genre you really like?

Thanks GF I'll check those out.

Mainly strategy games that we languishite often play.

[Norgy]

Cities Skylines is in my opinion still better than the sequel. And it certainly runs better.

[The Minsky Moment]

I quite liked Manor Lords, it was a work in progress on release but still enjoyable, may be even better now.  They've a got a ton of Age of Empires game if that's your bag.  Also they have Paradox games but I think without DLC.

The Indiana Jones game is on there - not a strat game at all but definitely worth playing.

[The Minsky Moment]

Noticed that they added the Alters.  Heard good things about that one.

[Syt]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3525620/Wall_Street_Raider/

Release date TBD. Wall Street Raider.

What is Wall $treet Raider? Wall Street Raider is one of the deepest stock market simulations in gaming history — and it's been in active development since 1986. Originally a DOS classic, it evolved through the Windows era and is now being fully remastered for a new generation. Take control of powerful corporations, trade futures and options, and even dive into Bitcoin and Ethereum. Whether you're building billion-dollar empires, shorting overhyped stocks, or hedging with derivatives, the market is yours to dominate.

• Buy and sell physical Bitcoin and Ethereum—hold crypto like a real investor
• Trade Bitcoin and Ethereum futures—go long or short based on market movements
• Buy, sell, and short stocks—take advantage of price swings and corporate shifts
• Short selling & covering positions—profit from crashing stocks
• Trade options—buy and sell calls and puts for strategic advantage
• Leverage advanced options trading strategies—master derivatives markets
• Buy & sell corporate bonds—invest in debt markets for stable returns
• Buy & sell government bonds—secure safe investments during market turmoil
• Use interest rate swaps—hedge against changing interest rates ---

Banking, Real Estate, & Debt Markets – Control the Financial Sector Expand your empire into banking, lending, and real estate finance. Whether you want to run a major bank, take over the mortgage industry, or control the loan market, the opportunities are endless.

• Borrow and repay loans—strategically manage leverage and liquidity
• Buy and sell bank loans—profit from lending markets
• Trade business loans & consumer loans—expand into financial services
• Buy & sell prime mortgages—control the stable side of real estate lending
• Buy & sell subprime mortgages (banks & insurers only)—capitalize on high-risk loans
• Set bank asset allocation—manage capital reserves and loan distributions ---

Corporate Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions – Build a Financial Empire Wall Street Raider gives you full control over corporate strategy, allowing you to expand, acquire, restructure, or even destroy rival companies. Dominate entire industries through strategic takeovers, stock market maneuvers, and financial engineering.

• Execute hostile takeovers—buy out competitors and strip them for parts
• Use greenmail—force companies to pay you to go away
• Conduct leveraged buyouts (LBOs)—use debt to acquire companies
• Merge with companies—combine forces for greater market control
• Spin-off divisions—create new entities and unlock hidden value
• Stock splits & reverse splits—manipulate share prices to your advantage
• Issue extraordinary dividends—reward investors or drain company funds
• Issue & buy back corporate bonds—manage debt and financing efficiently
• Call & redeem bonds—refinance or eliminate corporate debt
• Set dividend payout ratios—control how much your company returns to shareholders
• Restructure corporations—optimize financial performance
• Elect CEOs & change management—hire the best leadership for your empire ---

Market Analytics, Economic Forecasting, & Financial Research You'll need to analyze global markets, research industries, and track competitors to stay ahead in Wall Street Raider. Gain deep insights into market trends, corporate performance, and economic conditions to make profitable decisions before anyone else does.

• Access detailed research reports—get professional-level financial insights
• View earnings reports & cash flow projections—assess company performance
• Monitor market share lists & industry growth rates—see who's winning and losing
• Track economic statistics & interest rates—adjust strategies based on macroeconomic trends
• List ETFs, their advisors, fees, and total assets—invest in funds and take advisory roles
• Use the "Who Owns What" tool—analyze competitors and major market leaders ---

Corporate Warfare & Legal Manipulation – Play Dirty & Dominate Not everything in Wall Street Raider is about fair play. Financial warfare is ruthless, and you'll need to fight dirty if you want to dominate the markets. File lawsuits, spread rumors, and manipulate the system to weaken rivals and strengthen your own position.

• File harassing lawsuits—drain competitors through legal fees
• Launch antitrust suits—break up rivals and gain an edge
• Spread market rumors—manipulate stock prices and create volatility
• Execute tax-free & taxable liquidations—dissolve companies for maximum profit
• Change law firms—hire the best legal minds for your empire ---

Startups, IPOs, & Venture Capital – Build the Next Big Thing Want to create a tech giant, pharmaceutical leader, or energy powerhouse? Wall Street Raider lets you start companies, invest in innovation, and take them public for massive profits.

• Create startups—build companies from the ground up
• Make capital contributions—inject cash into promising ventures
• Launch private stock offerings—raise money while maintaining control
• Conduct public stock offerings (IPOs)—go public and cash in on your success
• Set productivity spending & R&D investment—innovate to stay ahead ---

Full Control Over Your Financial Empire – The Ultimate Power Trip With Wall Street Raider, you're not just playing a game—you're running a global financial empire. From corporate management to investment strategy, you'll make every decision that shapes your companies' success.

• Own and manage multiple corporations—control an empire spanning industries
• Toggle autopilot for individual or multiple companies—manage as much or as little as you want
• Buy & sell corporate assets — offload underperformers, acquire new ones, and boost profitability.
• Rebrand companies—change names and reinvent your empire ---

Competitive & High-Stakes Finance How do you stack up against other financial masterminds? Wall Street Raider features competitiveness and financial literacy so you can see who truly dominates the market.

I admire the ambition, but I think this might actually a business sim/text sim that I will pass on

More screenshots over here: https://www.reddit.com/r/tycoon/comments/1qthh37/a_lot_has_changed_in_3_years/

[The Minsky Moment]

They lost me at "Buy and sell physical Bitcoin and Ethereum—hold crypto like a real investor"

[Norgy]

I admire the ambition, but I think this might actually a business sim/text sim that I will pass on

More screenshots over here: https://www.reddit.com/r/tycoon/comments/1qthh37/a_lot_has_changed_in_3_years/

I will: Open Excel and stare at it. 

[frunk]

I will: Open Excel and stare at it. 

There are more productive ways to spend your spreadsheet time.