NOW SHOWING: A Cinema Programming Game - Manage Your Week of Screenings

9/23/2026, 3:05:03 AM (JST)

Release date: 9/22/2026

Tags: #management #economy #resource-management #simulation #turn-based-strategy #turn-based #capitalism #score-attack

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¥ 1,700 (JPY)

Steam JP

$12.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,700
Global Price: $12.99
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Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 11/6/2026, 9:06:38 PM (JST)

Key highlight

NOW SHOWING is a management simulation where players program a week's worth of film screenings, balancing diverse audience needs and distributor terms in a turn-based economic strategy.

Who this is for

If you're interested in the intricacies of running a cinema, NOW SHOWING offers a deep dive into programming, audience management, and distributor negotiations within a compelling turn-based strategy framework.

Details

Overview

NOW SHOWING: A Cinema Programming Game puts players in the director's chair of their own cinema, tasking them with the crucial job of programming films for an entire week. With five showtimes daily and thirty-five slots to fill, the challenge lies in selecting the right movies to attract diverse audiences. This simulation game, developed and published by Battery Games, focuses on strategic decision-making and economic management within the unique context of film exhibition.

Highlights

Strategic Scheduling: Players must carefully plan thirty-five screenings per week, considering five different audience demographics (families, youth, working adults, seniors, cinephiles) and their varying attendance patterns.
Film Acquisition: The game involves choosing between licensing new releases with specific distributor terms or bringing back beloved revival films, each with its own potential for drawing crowds.
Turn-Based Economy: Operating on a turn-based system, players manage resources and make booking decisions before the week unfolds, requiring foresight and adaptability.

Who It's For

This game is designed for players who enjoy management simulations with a strong economic focus. Those who appreciate strategic planning, resource allocation, and the intricacies of running a business, particularly within the entertainment sector, will find NOW SHOWING engaging. It appeals to fans of turn-based strategy and simulation games looking for a unique theme.

Game Info

Developed and published by Battery Games, NOW SHOWING is a paid title available on Steam. It supports both English and Japanese languages. The game falls under the Management, Economy, Resource Management, Simulation, and Turn-Based Strategy genres, with Steam user tags reinforcing these categories. It features multiplayer functionality.