Balanced stats. Assign them to Gameplay , Level Design , and Sound . 6. Checklist for a 10/10 Review
Reviews are determined by comparing your current game's and Technology points against your studio's historical all-time highs.
If you'd like, I can provide a more in-depth guide on or specific, high-scoring topic/genre combos for different stages of the game. Let me know which you'd prefer! AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more
Keep staff workload under 100%. If an employee's efficiency drops below 80%, send them on vacation immediately to avoid bugs multiplying. Stage 3: The Large Office & Beyond (Level 3+ Studio) Game Dev Tycoon 1.7.6 Guide
These combos grant a massive inherent bonus to your game quality.
Once you move to the office, you need to hire staff and start focusing on Research & Development (R&D).
Mid-game franchise builder:
Establish a Hardware Lab. Spend heavily on advanced features to compete directly with in-game platforms like the "Vena Oasis" or "mBox."
Once you unlock Medium games and train your staff, you can create multi-genre titles. Always ensure the primary genre aligns perfectly with the topic. The secondary genre should complement the primary focus (e.g., Action/RPG or Strategy/Simulation). Stage-by-Stage Walkthrough Stage 1: The Garage (Years 1–4)
During development, your focus must match the genre of your game: Balanced stats
Include the newest features (e.g., 3D graphics, advanced sound) available to you.
Marketing and PR
Your final review score (1-10) is derived from: Checklist for a 10/10 Review Reviews are determined