The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon

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Release Date: February 11, 2025

An economic strategy, providing us with a chance to lead a film studio operating in Hollywood. The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon allows us to influence many aspects of our movies, including casting, genre and budget. All the money we make can be invested in studio's expansion, as well as purchasing new technologies and hiring better actors.

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The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon is an economic strategy in which we run our own film studio. The game was developed by the independent French team Aniki Games.

Story

In The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon, we play as a director of a Hollywood film studio, starting in the movie business in the 1970s. Our task is to manage our studio in such a way as to enable its growth and transformation into one of the industry giants.

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Gameplay

In The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon, events are viewed in an isometric view. Our primary task is to produce films that are profitable and appeal to both audiences and critics (although not every single work is able to achieve all these goals simultaneously).

Working on films

The game allows us to decide on many aspects of individual movies. We choose their theme and the genre they represent, and we also decide which actors we will hire and which of their elements should be treated as a priority. For example, when creating a movie about dinosaurs, it's worth funding animatronics and other special effects. On the other hand, when preparing a work in which actors will have to speak with an accent foreign to them, we should consider hiring a specialist for the latter.

Ratings as a measure of success

In order to achieve success, we must constantly examine the prevailing moods in the industry, studying the ever-changing preferences of viewers and reviewers, as if through a kaleidoscope. We can find out how we managed after the film is released, looking at its ratings and earnings reflecting artistic and commercial results. Of course, the "life" of a given project does not end after the cinema premiere. Over time, we can allow viewers to enjoy it in the comfort of their own homes, and if we consider it a success, there is nothing to prevent us from turning the film into a series.

Problems to overcome

Along the way, we must face various complications and make difficult business decisions. For example, a scandal involving one of our stars requires hiring a PR agency that will try to "put out the fire". We can handle the distribution of the film ourselves or rely on one of the potential partners.

Besides, it's worth paying attention to what the competition is doing, and not letting them tread on our heels (and certainly not allowing them to overtake us). In addition to this, we should not forget that when we have a strong brand in hand, it is easy to "dilute" it (through overproduction of films representing it), which can bring us quite a lot of trouble.

Building a film empire

Over time, we accumulate funds that we can allocate for the development of the studio and new technologies. Moreover, as we earn more money, we gain the ability to create increasingly expensive films and hire increasingly expensive (and therefore, better) actors. In favorable circumstances, all this should allow us to further develop our film empire.

Platforms:

PC Windows

Developer: Aniki Games

Publisher: Goblinz Publishing

Age restrictions: none

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Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon Video Game:

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i3-6100 / AMD FX-4350, 8 GB RAM, graphic card 1 GB, 3 GB HDD, Windows 7 64-bit.

Ratings

Game Ratings for The Executive: Movie Industry Tycoon Video Game.

80%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (668)

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Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

Addictive Gameplay: Many s found the game engaging and enjoyable, especially if they appreciate the movie industry theme. The gameplay loop can be satisfying, with some players enjoying the process of creating and managing films.
Good Base Mechanics: The game has a solid foundation with depth in production mechanics, where choices impact the success of films. Players appreciated the historical evolution of cinema depicted in the game.
Developer Responsiveness: The developers have been noted for quickly addressing issues and adding features, such as the recently introduced endless mode, which enhances replayability.
Visual Appeal: The game has been praised for its graphics and humor, making it visually engaging for players.

The main cons of the game

Limited Replayability: Many s expressed that the game is short, with some completing it in about 3-4 hours. The lack of a robust endgame or ongoing challenges makes it feel repetitive after a few playthroughs.
Lack of Depth: Several reviews pointed out that while the game has potential, it feels unfinished and lacks the depth and charm of similar games like "Game Dev Tycoon." Players noted that the mechanics can become tedious and repetitive.
Gameplay Imbalance: s reported issues with the genre fatigue system, which penalizes specialization and can lead to frustrating gameplay where players struggle to succeed despite making optimal choices.
Quality of Life Issues: There are complaints about the absence of basic features like autosave, and the interface can be confusing. Players also noted that the game often feels like a spreadsheet simulator rather than an immersive tycoon experience.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to s

Endless Mode: Initially absent, many players felt that the game needed an endless mode to extend playtime and enjoyment. This feature has since been added, but the desire for more content remains.
Enhanced Interactivity: s suggested the addition of features like the ability to delay film releases, manage TV series, and more dynamic interactions with actors and events in the film industry.
Improved Systems: Players expressed a need for better mechanisms regarding film performance and production choices, as many felt that success often seemed random rather than a result of their decisions.
More Game Depth: Suggestions included adding features like a hype system, film festivals, and the ability to cancel or scrap movies, which would create a more realistic simulation of the film industry.
Customization and Choices: Many players desired more creative options, such as writing their own film synopses or having a wider variety of genres and themes to explore.

Summary

Overall, while "The Executive - Movie Industry Tycoon" has garnered some positive for its engaging concept and responsive developers, it faces criticism regarding its depth, replayability, and overall execution compared to established titles in the genre.

Summary generated on: March 10, 2025

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