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Tropico 5

Tropico 5

May 22, 2014
Kalypso Media
4.2/5.0(29,557 reviews)
SimulationStrategySimulation
Mixed

Player feedback for Tropico 5 reveals a divided experience; many players enjoy its fun gameplay, humor, and new mechanics, while others criticize its confusing design, reliance on DLC, and feeling like a step back from its predecessors. The overall reception indicates a blend of satisfaction and disappointment.

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About This Game

Tropico 5 invites players to take on the role of El Presidente, overseeing a tropical island nation through various eras, from colonial times to modernity. The game features rich city-building mechanics, a deeper dynasty system, and engaging multiplayer options, all wrapped in a humorous presentation. Players must manage resources, trade routes, and their political legacy to thrive and survive the challenges of each era.

Highlights

  • Experience gameplay across multiple historical eras
  • Engaging and humorous narrative with unique visuals
  • Deep dynasty system allowing you to appoint family members
  • Rich city-building mechanics with over 100 buildings
  • Advanced trade system with a global trade fleet
  • Multiplayer features enhance the gameplay experience
  • High replayability due to varied campaigns

Themes

politicalhistoricalcomedicmodernurbanbusiness

Mechanics

sandboxresource-managementbuildingconstructioncurrency-systemtradingskill-treescharacter-creationcustomizationchoice-basedstory-drivencutscenesvoice-actingachievements

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Online Players:4

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric

Player Reviews

Mixed

Player feedback for Tropico 5 reveals a divided experience; many players enjoy its fun gameplay, humor, and new mechanics, while others criticize its confusing design, reliance on DLC, and feeling like a step back from its predecessors. The overall reception indicates a blend of satisfaction and disappointment.

Pros

  • • Engaging and humorous gameplay
  • • Rich city-building mechanics
  • • Deeper dynasty and era systems
  • • Multiplayer features are enjoyable
  • • Replayability with varied campaigns

Cons

  • • Graphics issues and lack of clarity
  • • Confusing UI and controls
  • • Some features feel underdeveloped or unnecessary
  • • DLC-heavy approach seen as exploitative
  • • Linear campaign restricts player freedom

Based on 98 reviews from steam

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Tropico 5 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tropico 5 worth playing?
Tropico 5 has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 4.2 out of 5 across 29,557 reviews.
Is Tropico 5 included with PlayStation Plus?
Yes — Tropico 5 is part of the PlayStation Plus Extra game catalogue, so subscribers on that tier can play it at no extra cost.
Is Tropico 5 single-player or multiplayer?
Tropico 5 supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative. Online play supports up to 4 players.
What platforms is Tropico 5 available on?
Tropico 5 is available on PS4.
When did Tropico 5 release?
Tropico 5 released on May 22, 2014.
What is Tropico 5's age rating?
Tropico 5 carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.