Industry Manager: Future Technologies

Industry Manager: Future Technologies is a complex economic simulation game that offers detailed industrial assembly and supply chain mechanics reminiscent of the classic Capitalism series. Players can research, build production chains, manage warehouses, and compete in a market with AI opponents. The game features an extensive product range, deep research trees, and a visually appealing UI and graphics similar to Cities Skyline.

However, many players highlight significant flaws, particularly with the AI behavior, market simulation, and economic balance. The AI is often described as incompetent or passive, rarely providing real competition. The market mechanics allow exploitative advertising and pricing strategies that break immersion. Production chains can be tedious to manage due to micromanagement and unclear logistics. Some users report bugs, lack of depth in retail and stock market features, and a lack of challenge or risk in gameplay.

Despite these issues, the game shows promise with ongoing developer support and improvements. It is generally recommended for fans of economic simulators willing to overlook current shortcomings.

Highlights

Players praise the game’s deep and detailed production simulation and the extensive research tree that allows for diverse product development. The graphics and UI receive positive remarks for being visually appealing and user-friendly. The complexity of supply chains and the ability to manage multiple industries provide a rich gameplay experience. Fans of Capitalism II note the game as a modern spiritual successor with a focus on production and logistics. Random events and challenges add flavor to the gameplay, and continuous developer updates have improved AI and market mechanics over time.

Criticisms

Common criticisms include poor AI competition, which rarely challenges players and often leads to monopolies. The market simulation is considered broken or exploitable, especially with advertising mechanics that allow price manipulation. Micromanagement is tedious, with excessive clicking and a lack of automation tools. Some economic mechanics, such as demand, pricing, and stock market dividends, are unrealistic or underdeveloped. Bugs, unclear UI elements, and performance issues like traffic jams affecting profits are also noted. Many players feel the game lacks risk and challenge, making it too easy and less engaging over time.