Game Dev Tycoon

Name: Game Dev Tycoon
Price: 4.99 USD
Rating: 4.9 (24020 reviews)
Author: Greenheart Games Pty. Ltd.

By: Greenheart Games Pty. Ltd. App

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Overview

Version:

1.6.20

Last updated: 2025-11-03

Ranking

#10,033 ▼ 14

Overall

Features & Capabilities

Game Dev Tycoon is a casual business simulation where you build a game development company in the 80s. Design your own games, research new technologies, hire and manage a world-leading team, and work to become the industry leader while gaining worldwide fans. The game runs offline and contains no in-app purchases or ads.

Game Dev Tycoon for iPhone and iPad adds an updated story line, more topics for varied games, an optional pirate mode, and built-in support for screen recording and streaming.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Greenheart Games Pty. Ltd.

Rating:

4.90

(24,020) 16 new ratings

Version:

1.6.20 Last updated: 2025-11-03

Version code:

879323684

Creation date:

2017-11-28

Compatible devices:

Size:

204.41MB

Price:

4.99

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-08-08

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Ranking

# 10,033 ▼ 14

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Developed by:

Greenheart Games Pty. Ltd.

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/game-dev-tycoon/id1162580001

Website:

http://greenheartgames.com/press/sheet.php?p=game_dev_tycoon

User Reviews

Players love the fun, addictive nature and depth of the mobile-friendly game dev simulation, often calling it one of the genre’s best. However, recurring bugs block progression, the in-game economy can feel unfair, and UI/UX as well as achievements can be frustrating. Many also seek more updates or new content to extend longevity. Overall, it’s highly regarded but needs stability improvements and fresh content.

Pros

Fun and highly addictive gameplay with strong replayability.
Excellent, optimized mobile port; very playable on iOS.
Deep game dev simulation with a sense of control over development.
Ad-free experience and good value for money.
Long-term appeal and status as a standout in the genre.

Cons

Persistent bugs that prevent starting a new game or progressing after a run.
Unbalanced in‑game economy and debt making progression frustrating (starting funds and monthly losses).
UI/UX issues: visibility and scaling (UI scaling bar), curved-screen cutoffs, and confusing development sliders.
Achievements not unlocking and unclear profitability/RNG mechanics.
Repetitive content and a desire for more updates, scenarios, or a second game.

Recent reviews

Updates I Need: New Stuff To Research, Series Viewer, Remakes, Mods For Mobile, Game Engine Selling, Using Sold Game Engines From Other Companies, Game Updating, Game Engine Updating, & Game Dev Tycoon 2

by No*****, 2026-07-12

I usually NEVER leave game reviews or pay for games, but this game is 100% worth it! If you love simulators where you can try all different combinations to get different results, with the option to keep hints through multiple playthroughs, this is the game for you. I was so sad when it left the Apple Arcade and didn't think twice about paying for it. Genuinely one of my most favorite games that I would have if stranded on an island!