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Cartels & Cutthroats

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Early business simulation focused on competitive economics

The briefing

About this game

Cartels & Cutthroats is an early business simulation in which 1–8 players compete for profit through cut-throat competition. Success depends on applying core finance and economics principles while responding to changing economic conditions and consumer tastes.

Players set production levels and prices, aim to align marginal costs with marginal revenue, borrow funds when prime rates are low to support expansion, and work to minimize cost per unit. An in-game advisor offers guidance when players are uncertain about their next move.

Game Details

  • Release date: December 31, 1980
  • Developer: Dan Bunten
  • Publisher: SSI (Strategic Simulations, Inc.)
  • Genres: Construction and Management Simulation, Simulator, Strategy
  • Players: 1–8

Platforms

  • Apple II
  • Commodore C64/128/MAX
  • DOS