Sim Companies
A persistent economic simulation where thousands of players genuinely supply each other, so prices move for real reasons.
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How to get the most from it
Sim Companies sits in Tycoon Sims under Play, filed as rabbit hole.
- Open it when the evening is free. It has no natural stopping point.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- Expect to create an account before you get far.
- Go in expecting something brainy and competitive.
About this category: Management games about money — lemonade stands scaled up to the point of moral compromise. Every one of them is about the same lesson.
Good for
- A long evening with nothing planned
- Giving your brain a workout
- Chasing a better score
- A quiet break at your desk
Sim Companies: quick answers
Is Sim Companies free?
Yes. Sim Companies is free to use, though it asks you to sign up.
Do I need an account to use Sim Companies?
Yes. Sim Companies asks you to create an account before you get far.
Does Sim Companies work on a phone?
Not well. We file Sim Companies as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Sim Companies safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Sim Companies take?
We file it as "Rabbit hole": Clear your evening. We warned you.
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