# TV Studio Story

> Create shows, sign stars, and dominate the airwaves in this TV studio sim.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.kairosoft.android.television](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.kairosoft.android.television)

## Overview

- **ID:** `net.kairosoft.android.television`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Kairosoft
- **Category:** GAME\_SIMULATION
- **Downloads:** 92,443
- **Rating:** 4.77 / 5 (2,328 ratings)
- **Version:** 127
- **Last updated:** 2026-01-26
- **First published:** 2023-11-21
- **Publisher country:** JP
- **Size:** 62 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.kairosoft.android.television)
- **Website:** [https://kairopark.jp/android/en/?from=m175](https://kairopark.jp/android/en/?from=m175)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://kairopark.jp/android/priv.html](http://kairopark.jp/android/priv.html)

## Description

**TV Studio Story** is a pixel art simulation game by Kairosoft where players build and manage their own TV studio. Design shows by selecting themes, genres, sets, and stars to craft hits that captivate audiences. Engage with talent agencies to discover performers suited for various genres, and boost studio popularity through magazine features, radio spots, and social media.

Explore new locations with your scouting team to unlock additional themes, genres, and decor, expanding your creative possibilities. With intuitive drag-to-scroll and pinch-to-zoom controls, the game offers an immersive experience as you rise to dominate the airwaves and leave a legacy in TV history.

## Rankings

- #229,623 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`

## Review summary

TV Studio Story is a polished and addictive Kairosoft management sim reminiscent of Game Dev Story, offering engaging gameplay with many unlockable sets, characters, and mechanics. Fans appreciate the strategic depth and replayability, though several reviewers note the game becomes repetitive and grindy in later stages, with limited variety in show production. Some users report quality-of-life and technical issues, including crashes and unclear staff progression information. Overall, it's a solid, fun title for Kairosoft fans but may feel monotonous or frustrating to some players over time.

### Pros

- Addictive gameplay with a fun and engaging loop similar to classic Kairosoft titles like Game Dev Story.
- High replayability with many unique locations, characters, and sets to unlock.
- Deep and immersive game mechanics that offer strategic decision-making and management challenges.
- Polished presentation and well-designed features that feel familiar yet fresh to fans of the developer.
- Good amount of content and enjoyable progression system including staff training and show production.

### Cons

- Repetitive and grind-heavy gameplay towards later stages which can make progression slow and tedious.
- Lack of variety and creativity in show designs; shows often feel similar and limited, mostly talk show formats.
- Some UI and quality of life issues, such as tedious part-time work button and unclear information about staff stats and evolution requirements.
- Technical problems for some users including game freezing and crashes especially on certain devices.
- Monetary progression and money management can feel like a chore, with some gameplay loops centered around repetitive grinding.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/net.kairosoft.android.television)