Code Tycoon
Start in 1980 in your garage and build your software empire. Unlock languages from BASIC to Python, develop projects, hire programmers and upgrade your office. Survive deadlines, bugs and demanding clients in this tycoon simulation.
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Become a Software Mogul
In Code Tycoon, you start in 1980 in a garage with nothing but a computer and big dreams. Take on contracts, develop software and work your way up from a one-man operation to a corporate headquarters with 100 employees.
Experience the History of Software Development
Unlock over 20 programming languages â from BASIC and COBOL to Python, JavaScript and Rust. Each language has its strengths and weaknesses. Choose the right technology for every contract.
Manage Your Company
- đ Projects â Take on contracts from startups to government agencies. Each client has their own requirements, budgets and deadlines.
- đĨ Employees â Hire junior developers, seniors, specialists and QA testers. Train them and keep them satisfied.
- đĸ Office Upgrades â Expand from the garage to a small office, then to an open-plan office and finally to corporate headquarters.
- đ° Finances â Keep track of revenue, salaries, rent and license costs.
Develop Real Software
Each project consists of features you need to implement. Bugs will appear along the way â find and fix them before you deliver. The fewer bugs, the happier the client and the better your reputation.
Grow With Your Clients
Build long-term client relationships. Satisfied clients return with bigger contracts and request migration projects when new technologies become available.
Features
- đšī¸ Over 40 years of gameplay (1980â2020+)
- đģ 20+ unlockable programming languages
- đ 15+ project types (web apps, mobile apps, databases, games, and more)
- đĩ Era-authentic music (8-bit chiptunes â synthwave)
- đ Skill system with specializations
- đ Available in 30 languages
