Omerta – City of Gangsters

Haemimont Games

Rank: #5 / 13
Released: 2013
Studio: Haemimont Games
Genre: simulation video game

At a glance

Omerta – City of Gangsters is a simulation game with tactical turn-based combat, developed by Haemimont Games and released in 2013. Set in 1920s Atlantic City, it puts the player in the role of an immigrant building a criminal operation from small jobs. Recruit a gang, take territory from rival gangsters, gather intelligence and work toward establishing a crime syndicate that rules the city. Strategic play uses a city overview for planning and expansion, while battles use cover and stealth. The game lists 15 player-controlled characters with distinct backgrounds and personalities, plus character development and equipment management. Its campaign includes 20 maps representing city districts and is described as offering more than 15 hours in a single play-through. The listed platforms are Microsoft Windows and macOS, though the Steam listing specifies Windows. Steam features include single-player, Achievements, Trading Cards, Steam Cloud and Family Sharing.

Who it is for

It suits players interested in city-building strategy paired with turn-based tactical fights. Its single-player campaign follows a rise through Atlantic City's criminal hierarchy.

What is good

Turn-based combat includes cover and stealth
City overview supports planning and expansion
Character development and equipment management
Steam Cloud and Achievements are listed

What to know first

Steam listing is Windows-only
No multiplayer feature is listed

Verdict

Omerta combines territory-focused city strategy with tactical combat and character progression. Its focus is a single-player rise to power in 1920s Atlantic City.