Cartel Tycoon is a business simulation game inspired by the '80s and '90s narco trade, developed by Moon Moose. Players build and manage sprawling drug production and smuggling empires in a fictionalized Latin America. The game challenges players to navigate threats from rival gangs, law enforcement agencies like the DEA, and even the CIA, while managing internal operations and public perception.
The game offers multiple modes to suit different playstyles. Story mode provides a narrative-driven experience, while Survival mode introduces permadeath for a high-stakes challenge. A customizable Sandbox mode allows players to set their own rules. A key mechanic is the successor system, where upon the player's inevitable death, a lieutenant can be promoted to continue building the empire, ensuring continuity and replayability.
