Overview
Keep Them Busy is a 2D colony simulation game where players must manage a growing settlement in the vastness of space. The core challenge lies in keeping your Non-Player Characters (NPCs) occupied. When left idle, these NPCs can develop unpredictable autonomous behaviors, ranging from criminal activity and general chaos to the formation of cults. Success hinges on balancing industrial expansion with the need for planetary sustainability, establishing and enforcing laws, and defending your colony against external, extraterrestrial threats.
Highlights
- Autonomous NPC Behavior: NPCs act independently when idle, making their own decisions and forming social groups, potentially leading to crime or cults.
- Colony Management: Build and expand your colony while managing resources, ensuring planetary sustainability, and enforcing laws.
- Exploration and Defense: Engage in open galaxy exploration and defend your settlement against alien threats.
Who It's For
This game is for players who enjoy deep simulation experiences with a unique twist. If you like managing complex systems, dealing with emergent AI behaviors, and facing the consequences of your management decisions in a sci-fi setting, Keep Them Busy offers a compelling challenge.
Game Info
- Developer: Hooded Penguin
- Publisher: Hooded Penguin
- Genre: Indie, Simulation
- Release Date: To be announced
- Platform: PC (Steam)
- Modes: Single-player
- Pricing: Paid title