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6 Strange Stories in the History of Tropico
As El Prez cuts a few cigars and knocks back his umpteenth rum of the day, we celebrate 20 years of Tropico – a series that put the tongue firmly in the cheek of strategy gaming. Below is an assortment of weird and wonderful vignettes from Tropico’s past and present, so pull up a chair, crack a coconut and viva Tropico!
More“Dictatorship shall become extinct, Tropico shall please stay”
Tropico, known world-over for its cheerful brand of dark humour, upbeat soundtrack, lush beaches, deep strategy gameplay and of course, protagonist El Presidente and his servile sidekick, Penultimo, has a lot of fans – reason enough for us to start a blog series surrounding industry professionals and what had them fall head-over-heels for the series.
MoreInside Kalypso: A Day in the Life of a Kalypso Intern
How is it to work for a publisher? For many gamers it is certainly a dream to work where games are the focus – whether that’s developer, publisher, exhibition, journalism or other involved parties. The same is true for me.
MoreTropico 6 – Caribbean Skies add-on out now
In this global-stakes airborne adventure, players will guide Tropico through five brand new campaign missions, deploying a veritable fleet of airborne minions and meeting an eclectic cast of characters along the way.
MoreGet election results quick: Tropico 6 – Nintendo Switch™ Edition available now
In what might be an elaborate marketing ploy or simply fortunate timing, Kalypso Media today announced that Tropico 6 – Nintendo Switch™ Edition is now available to purchase at the Nintendo eShop.
MoreTropico 6 ‘Lobbyistico’ DLC available now for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One
The Lobbyistico DLC brings the European Union and big league politics to the fair isles of Tropico, introducing a range of new features to the game like the new “Corruption” gameplay mechanic, three new buildings, personality traits for your Presidente, new music tracks and extra customization options for your avatar and palace residence.
MoreTropico 6 free-to-try this weekend on Steam / ‘Lobbyistico’ DLC out today
Lobbyistico, the third DLC for Tropico 6 is a great DLC – amazing DLC if you look at a long lineage of amazing content made by a very smart company. “Incredible DLC” – it’s always been said, and that’s no surprise, really.
MoreSpitter DLC for Tropico 6 Out Now
Continuing the series’ penchant for dark humour and city building, Spitter DLC sees Tropico leader El Prez pursuing online infamy in the ever-changing world of social media. Using Spitter, the only social media app approved for use in Tropico, players can make a name for themselves.
MoreMy One True Love – A Poem & Valentine’s Day Gift From El Prez’
It was beautiful and almost blinded me, a near-angelic aura streaking its way through a gap in my Aviators. I felt like I was underwater, bathed in a shimmering euphoria. Our eyes locked in an unflinching gaze and immediately, I was willed forward into conversation.
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