Game Dev Story
Strategy · Paid · 4.9 out of 5 from 2,930 ratings
Build a video game empire from scratch by hiring staff, developing hit games, and competing for industry dominance in this addictive business simulation.
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GenreStrategy
PricePaid
Difficultymedium
Ad intensitynone
In-app-purchase pressurenone
Typical sessionvariable
DeveloperKairosoft Co.,Ltd
Rating4.9 out of 5 from 2,930 ratings
What players like
- No ads or in-app purchases
- Highly addictive and rewarding progression system
- Deep replayability with custom challenges
- Engaging business simulation with surprisingly complex mechanics
- Long-term appeal; players return for years
Common complaints
- Late-game becomes repetitive once staff are maxed out
- Grand Prize reward ($5,000) doesn't match the promised million-dollar goal
- No new updates or sequels
- Endgame progression slows significantly
- Can become too easy after mastering basics
What real reviews say
★★★★★ All I do is make hall of famers I AM HIM
★★★★★ An oldie but a goodie Still playing years later. A rare 10/10.
★★★★★ Fun game No ads and addictive gameplay
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Data: Apple App Store, as of 2026-07-10. Last updated 2026-07-10.