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Welcome to the resource management game where your creativity and logistics skills are put to the test! In this minimalistic simulation you will build interconnected chains of products and open new missions by completing various tasks to create the biggest system you can.
Masterplan Tycoon is a resource management, management and building game
developed by Bureau Bravin
and published by Ravenage Games and Doyoyo Games.
Released on March 09th 2023 is available on Windows, MacOS, Linux, Steam Deck and Steam Machine.
It has received 673 reviews of which 511 were positive and 162 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.2 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 11.79€ on Steam, but you can find it for 4.66€ on G2A.
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Windows
- OS: Windows
- Processor: Intel(R) Pentium(R) CPU 2020M @ 2.40GHz
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
- Storage: 220 MB available space
- Sound Card: Sound Blaster
MacOS
- OS: Mojave 10.14+
- Processor: Apple Silicon, x64 architecture with SSE2
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Metal capable Intel and AMD GPUs
- Storage: 220 MB available space
- Sound Card: Sound Blaster
Linux
- OS: Ubuntu 20.04, Ubuntu 18.04 and CentOS 7
- Processor: x64 architecture with SSE2 instruction set support
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics
- Storage: 220 MB available space
- Sound Card: Sound Blaster
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Masterplan Tycoon offers a refreshing interpretation of the resource management genre by stripping away unnecessary complexity and concentrating on the satisfying process of building efficient production networks. Developed by Bureau Bravin and published by Ravenage Games and Doyoyo Games, this minimalist strategy simulation challenges players to establish interconnected supply chains, manage resources, and gradually expand their operations. Rather than overwhelming players with complicated machinery, detailed economic statistics, or demanding construction mechanics, it presents logistics as an approachable yet increasingly challenging puzzle. Its greatest attraction comes from turning simple connections into elaborate systems that reward patience, organization, and strategic thinking. The central gameplay revolves around constructing buildings and connecting them through transportation routes that allow resources to move between different facilities. Buildings appear as nodes, connection points function as pins, and roads are represented by lines linking the entire network together. Early objectives introduce straightforward operations, such as placing a quarry near a mountain and connecting it to a storage facility. These simple assignments establish the fundamentals before gradually introducing additional resources, production requirements, and interconnected facilities. As the network expands, players must consider how each building contributes to the overall production process, making efficient placement and transportation increasingly important. What makes the experience particularly enjoyable is how naturally its difficulty develops. Initial production chains require little effort to understand, but later objectives demand considerably more planning as multiple facilities become dependent on one another. A poorly positioned building or inefficient connection can complicate an otherwise functional network, encouraging players to rethink their arrangements. Research introduces opportunities to improve resource production, while completing missions opens additional possibilities for expansion. The satisfaction comes from observing previously disconnected facilities transform into an organized logistical system where resources consistently reach their intended destinations. One of the strongest design decisions is the absence of harsh penalties for mistakes. Players can experiment with different arrangements, reconsider their strategies, and rebuild inefficient networks without suffering devastating financial consequences. This forgiving structure creates a relaxed atmosphere that distinguishes the game from more demanding management simulations. Instead of worrying about bankruptcy or irreversible decisions, players can concentrate on discovering better solutions. However, this accessibility comes with a noticeable compromise. Those who enjoy economic pressure, difficult survival conditions, or meaningful financial risks may find the experience insufficiently demanding, particularly after becoming familiar with its fundamental mechanics. The minimalist visual presentation is both a defining strength and a potential limitation. Its schematic environments replace elaborate industrial landscapes with clean shapes, recognizable symbols, and clearly illustrated connections. This approach makes complicated production networks easier to understand and reduces distractions that might interfere with strategic planning. The interface generally communicates essential information effectively, allowing players to identify production relationships without navigating numerous complicated menus. Nevertheless, increasingly crowded networks can become difficult to organize, especially when several production chains overlap. Players accustomed to visually detailed factories, animated workers, and lively environments may also find the presentation somewhat sterile despite its practical advantages. Another important consideration is the balance between creative freedom and repetitive gameplay. Although players have considerable flexibility in designing their networks, the underlying objectives frequently involve gathering resources, connecting production facilities, and expanding existing infrastructure. These activities remain satisfying when new requirements introduce meaningful logistical challenges, but they can eventually become predictable. The absence of extensive narrative elements, competitive systems, or unpredictable events places nearly all the entertainment value on production optimization. Consequently, players who genuinely enjoy solving logistical problems are likely to remain engaged longer than those seeking varied activities or dramatic progression. The controls and overall technical presentation complement the game's straightforward philosophy. Building placement and resource connections are relatively intuitive, making the experience accessible even to newcomers unfamiliar with traditional factory management games. Its modest hardware requirements also make it suitable for less powerful computers. Steam Cloud functionality provides convenient progress synchronization, while 16 Steam achievements offer additional objectives for completion-oriented players. The understated audiovisual presentation reinforces the relaxed atmosphere, although it contributes relatively little excitement beyond the satisfaction generated by the gameplay itself. Steam Deck compatibility is officially rated Playable, meaning the game functions on Valve's handheld device but has some usability limitations. Its default controller configuration allows access to the game's functionality, and the standard graphics settings perform adequately on the hardware. However, certain interface elements contain small text that may be difficult to read, while some control prompts reference traditional mouse or keyboard inputs. These inconveniences can make precise network management less comfortable than playing on a desktop computer. Nevertheless, the deliberate pacing and lightweight graphical requirements make handheld gameplay a practical option for players willing to accommodate these minor restrictions. Ultimately, Masterplan Tycoon delivers an enjoyable combination of logistical planning, resource management, and relaxed problem-solving. Its intuitive mechanics, forgiving experimentation, and steadily expanding production networks create an accessible experience that successfully captures the appeal of industrial optimization without excessive complexity. However, repetitive objectives, limited economic depth, and occasional interface frustrations prevent it from becoming a truly exceptional management simulation. It is best suited to players who appreciate methodical planning, minimalist design, and the satisfaction of transforming disconnected facilities into an efficient production system. Despite its limitations, it remains a worthwhile choice for strategy enthusiasts seeking an approachable alternative to more demanding automation games. Rating: 7/10
It is like that Ubisoft franchise, Anno, but the roads are restricted to the left side, labor supply is nonexistent, there are no opponents to steal your stuff, and as you see, not very graphical. There are no negative consequences to any actions I make—like if I build something accidentally, I can tear it down and I get all the stuff required to rebuild. The game is easy and relaxing, but making roads never bores me. Recommend to those who play and listen to something important in the background.
"Finished" the game in 23 hrs - I got the splash screen saying so. Not built every resource type yet though. So that's just the "campaign". I spent a bit too long optimizing things that didn't need to be optimal. I've got 14 of the 16 achievements (5.6%) the final two being the "unlock everything, even the unknown buildings" - which only 4% of people have done. Not bad at 40% (3.99) which I paid, not so sure at full price 9.99. You can find free resource management games with more play time - Upload Labs for instance. I think I will get the last two and then never play it again. So maybe 30-35 hours total. It has trains which I never needed except to unlock the progress, boats which I never used. So it's like there is a bigger game hiding inside.
TL;DR: I recommend this game for folks looking for a COZY game with a production line theme. There are some quality of life features I wished were implemented, but the game is still very much playable and great to play while watching a stream or generally chilling. I can't stress this enough, THIS IS A COZY GAME that is about production. I purchased this game thinking this would be a fun factory sim/supply chain game, and I did spend some levels/missions treating it as such. However, the most fun I had was when I didn't worry about min/maxing or perfect placement, but instead did whatever I felt like. Here's why - * Cleary imbalanced factory/supply chains * Several missing standard factory game features such as quantified production rates * Several missing standard simulation QoL features and settings (more below) * Simple mechanics, simpler gameplay The above reasons along with the simplistic, dare I say, cute art style communicates to the player that they shouldn't take this game too seriously (because the developers didn't). This is not meant as a criticism, but take it as you will. My only true negatives about the game are all QoL features/settings articulated below: * No dark mode * No undo/redo * No zoom/camera pan speed change * Can't toggle cursor pan * No color blind mode (I just want the ores to be labeled) * No key rebind * Missing hotkeys (build storage, open storage window, etc.) * Can't change direction of network/nodes (maybe this is by design/challenge)
Achievement Hunting Rating 5/5 A minimalist factory game. The real challenge comes from managing limited space on the maps. It takes about 15 hours to get all the achievements and you need to play through about half of the post main game missions to 100%. Try the demo version "Masterplan Tycoon: Foundations" first. If you don't enjoy the gameplay I don't recommend 15 hours of it.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Masterplan Tycoon is currently priced at 11.79€ on Steam.
No, Masterplan Tycoon is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 11.79€ on Steam.
Yes, Masterplan Tycoon received 511 positive votes out of a total of 673 achieving a rating of 7.23.
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Masterplan Tycoon was developed by Bureau Bravin and published by Ravenage Games and Doyoyo Games.
Yes, Masterplan Tycoon is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Yes, Masterplan Tycoon is playable and fully supported on MacOS.
Yes, Masterplan Tycoon is playable and fully supported on Linux.
Yes, Masterplan Tycoon is playable on Steam Deck, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
Yes, Masterplan Tycoon is playable on Steam Machine, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
No, Masterplan Tycoon does not support VR.
Masterplan Tycoon is a single-player game.
No, Masterplan Tycoon does not currently offer any DLC.
No, Masterplan Tycoon does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
No, Masterplan Tycoon does not support Steam Remote Play.
Yes, Masterplan Tycoon is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Masterplan Tycoon.
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