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This unassuming business sim might be my new GOAT
A Destructoid writer describes discovering *Big Ambitions*, a business simulation game, as an unexpected favourite despite its unassuming premise of managing shops, pricing, staff and supply chains. Although the concept initially sounds tedious, the writer reports being drawn in for over 50 hours, praising its satisfying progression, minimal hand-holding and constant sense of things to strive for. The piece highlights how the genre, once popular through titles like Transport Tycoon and Rollercoaster Tycoon, can still captivate players when executed well.
The game requires players to juggle running profitable businesses with personal upkeep, such as fuelling a car, eating, sleeping and maintaining wellbeing through gym visits and leisure activities. Deeper systems include renting warehouses, hiring logistics staff and battling AI rival businesses that attempt undercutting tactics, though these become manageable with a sufficient cash reserve. The writer notes the game recently reached its full 1.0 release and, despite not finishing the tutorial after 50 hours, recommends it to fans of business simulation games.
In short
- Writer praises business sim Big Ambitions after 50+ hours of play
- Game blends business management with personal life simulation
- Big Ambitions has just launched its full 1.0 version
Explained simply
Big Ambitions is a business simulation game in which players build and run shops, setting prices, hiring staff and keeping supplies moving. It also asks them to manage their character’s everyday needs, such as food, sleep and travel, while growing the business.
Business simulation games have been popular for decades, with earlier examples including Transport Tycoon and Rollercoaster Tycoon. Big Ambitions combines that style of planning with a gradual move from small shops to larger operations, such as warehouses and delivery teams.
The game’s full release is known as version 1.0, a milestone that marks its move out of development. Its appeal lies in giving players several connected goals to work towards, making it part of a long-running genre built around managing resources and expanding a business.