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Oil Sheik

A fun simulation/puzzle game combining elements of chess puzzles and stock trading. Complete challenging missions and puzzles or simply play a quick game vs AI on multiple difficulties. Personalize your experience with card backs and more in-game rewards.

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July 24, 2025
1 year and 9 days ago
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About the Game

A turn-based, strategic puzzle game about creating and expanding companies and trading stocks! It combines strategic depth elements of chess with a fun and challenging stock trading experience. Wisely place tiles on the board to force lucrative mergers. You may want to invest in the involved companies first though!

  • Solve various puzzles and missions on pre-defined maps vs other competitors

  • Earn in-game rewards (Achievements, Leaderboards, Levels, Ranks)

  • Customize your gameplay experience with different card backs and other cosmetics, unlockable through gameplay