Step into the shoes of a TV show creator in Showrunner, a simulation and strategy game developed by Inexplicable Games. This Early Access title puts you in charge of developing hit television series from concept to script.
Overview
Showrunner challenges you to create compelling television shows. You'll start by naming your series and selecting a genre, such as drama, comedy, or mystery, along with a fitting theme like sci-fi or historical. Securing a contract with a network hinges on your ability to meet their specific goals. The core gameplay involves crafting episode scripts by strategically placing scene cards. Each card contributes to the script's score across various categories like plot, characters, and visuals. Smart choices and effective card combinations can unlock special bonuses, and as you progress, you'll gain access to new and more powerful cards. You'll also gradually define themes for each season, ensuring a cohesive narrative arc.
Highlights
- Develop Your Own TV Shows: Create unique series by choosing genres and themes, then craft scripts to meet network demands.
- Strategic Scriptwriting: Lay out episode scripts using scene cards, aiming for high scores in plot, characters, and visuals through smart selections and combos.
- Early Access Simulation: Experience the life of a showrunner in this simulation and strategy game, with ongoing development and new features planned.
Who It's For
This game is ideal for players who enjoy simulation and strategy games, particularly those with an interest in creative storytelling, television production, or management challenges.
Game Info
- Developer: Inexplicable Games
- Publisher: Inexplicable Games
- Genre: Indie, Simulation, Strategy
- Release Date: January 17, 2023 (Early Access)
- Mode: Single-player