An Honest Review of Drug Lord Tycoon

Disclaimer: Drug Lord Tycoon is not in a finished state. My review reflects an early version of the game. 

Ever dreamed of ruling the underworld? Building an empire so vast, even your enemies can't keep up? Welcome to the chaotic, addictive world of Drug Lord Tycoon! Here's my unfiltered take on this wild ride of a game.

At first glance, the gameplay might seem straightforward, but don't be fooled—there's a surprising amount of strategy lurking beneath the surface. You kick things off in a humble little room, growing weed in pots under UV lights. Keep those plants hydrated, or they'll stubbornly refuse to grow. (Dry dirt is a no-go for your budding empire.)

The game eases you in with a simple tutorial and a modest $4,000 to get started. With that cash, you’ll set up your first five plants. But don’t forget the essentials—like a drying station and a production point. Without these, your operation will grind to a halt faster than you can say 'kingpin.'

Once you've harvested your first batches, the real hustle begins. Package your product at the growing table, prep it for distribution, and hand it off to your dealer to hit the streets. Need more dealers to expand your empire? Just hop on the computer and start hiring your crew.

The early game might feel like a slow grind, but patience pays off. Save up $5,000 to unlock the research computer and dive into upgrades—this is where the chaos truly kicks in! In the current version, you can grow weed and even cook meth (though I haven’t ventured into that territory yet). And let’s talk about territory wars—these add a thrilling layer of strategy and adrenaline. Just make sure you’ve got enough hired muscle to keep your streets under control.

Visually, the game leans on low-poly assets, which have become a staple for indie titles in recent years. While it’s not the most exciting aesthetic, it gets the job done—and hey, it could be a lot worse.

All in all if you want to play this game its absoulutely worth the time, and money. On a regular day the price of the game is $12 US. I think that the price alone is a huge bargin for the amount of gameplay available! Snag a copy here!