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business simulation game
Capitalism
By Enlight Software, released 1 Jan 1995
- Microsoft Windows
- DOS
- Classic Mac OS
What it is
Capitalism is a business simulation and strategy game from Enlight Software, first released in 1995. You begin with $10 million and aim to grow your fortune into the billions, competing for a place among the world’s richest people. The game centers on running businesses: monitor performance against competitors, buy and sell, arrange mergers and acquisitions, and pursue hostile takeovers. Its simulated events include riots, disease, and technological breakthroughs, while scenarios span historical and futuristic settings. The game also describes its economy simulation as modeling real-world economic activity, with AI opponents providing competition across repeated playthroughs. It is listed for Microsoft Windows, DOS, and Classic Mac OS; the Steam listing names Windows. Steam features include single-player, multiplayer, and Family Sharing. Enlight Software Limited and Retroism are listed as publishers.
What players like, and what they don't
- Business management includes buying and selling.
- Mergers, acquisitions, and hostile takeovers are options.
- Scenarios include historical and futuristic levels.
- Single-player and multiplayer are listed.
- Steam listing specifies Windows only.
- No co-op feature is listed.
Who it suits
It suits players who enjoy managing businesses, competing against AI rivals, and making strategic market decisions. Multiplayer is also listed for players who want to play with others.
Capitalism focuses on growing a business empire through competition, deals, and market strategy. Its listed platforms include DOS and Classic Mac OS as well as Windows.
