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[ksevcov]

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Tropico 5, the latest in Kalypso Media’s city-builder series, is in development for a 2014 release on Xbox 360, PC, Mac, and Linux, the company has announced.

In the game, you’ll play as El Presidente and take control of the island of Tropico from the early colonial times and guide it through the centuries as the world moves forward. For the first time in the series, Tropico 5 adds co-op and competitive multiplayer for up to four players.

You will tackle the changing needs of your people, opposing governments and factions, and lay down the foundations of your dynasty. You’ll be able to promote members of your extending family on the island to positions of power such as ambassador, commanding general, or supreme ruler. And you must survive through World Wars I and II, prosper thorough the Great Depression, brace the Cold War, and bring your country into the modern age.

Here’s a full feature list, courtesy of Kalypso:

> The Eras - From the 19th century to the 21st, each era carries its own challenges and opportunities. Begin your reign during colonial times and advance your nation through the modern era and into the future!
> The Dynasty – Each member of El Presidente’s extended family is present on the island and may be appointed to key leadership positions, earning skills and experience in their assigned roles.
> Research and Renovate - Advance your nation by discovering new buildings, technologies and resources. Transform your old buildings into modernized, hyper-efficient designs worthy of an economic superpower!
> Advanced trade system and trade fleet - Amass a global trade fleet and use your ships to secure import/export trade routes to neighbouring islands and key nations.
> Explore your island - Discover what lies beyond the fog of war. Send prospectors to look for new mineral and ore deposits, but be wary of hostile animals and native tribes.
> All new art - All artwork is reworked to provide Tropico 5 with a distinct historic visual identity. Choose from over 100 unique buildings from each of the individual eras.
> Cooperative and competitive multiplayer – Up to four players can build up their own cities and economies on any given island map. Players can share resources and citizens, or declare war on each other.

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dY2S5uKKT0

[Ununpentium]

First screenshots:

[panegyrist]

http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/01/30/ ... ed-for-ps4

Tropico 5 is set to be the first entry in the series to appear on Sony consoles, when it releases on PS4 later this year.

Until now, the game had only been listed for PC, Mac and Xbox 360. Curiously, today's announcement didn't include confirmation of a next-gen Xbox version.

Multiplayer has also been confirmed for the upcoming game. Up to four players will be able to work co-operatively or competitively, though no details were disclosed other than that.

The timespan of the game has been extended too, thanks to the addition of Dynasties, which will allow you to pass power to your offspring and rule from colonial times all the way through to the modern day.

[icycalm]

Four-player co-op and Crysis-level graphics in a city-building type game, on top of Civ-like evolution! Fuck me this game has to go on my most wanted list. Wonder if Macaw would be interested in playing it with me lol.

On the other hand I have not played any of the previous games in the series, so I don't know how good the franchise is, nor am I a big fan of the "banana republic" setting (which is why I haven't tried the series in the first place). So we'll see.

[Some guy]

Tropico 5 Beta Sign-ups Open
http://www.allgamesbeta.com/2014/02/tro ... -open.html

El Presidente Wants You! March Beta Test Confirmed for Tropico 5

Do you want the chance to play the upcoming and highly anticipated fifth instalment of the Tropico series? Under the wise and benevolent guidance of El Presidente, players can help make Tropico 5 the best game possible by taking part in a Beta test this March. Registration begins today – so potential applicants should apply right now. We’re looking for gamers who have a huge enthusiasm for city-building titles and with a wide experience playing within the genre. Please note that all communication within the beta will be in English language only.

Register for the Tropico 5 Beta test here:

http://www.betatest.kalypsomedia.com/TROPICO5

Packed with a whole host of new gameplay features and all new artwork designed from scratch, Tropico 5 takes the series into a new and exciting direction – dynasties!

You, as El Presidente, will first take control of the infamous island of Tropico during early colonial times and then guide it through the centuries as the world changes and moves ever forward. You must tackle the changing needs of your people, as well as opposing governments and factions, and thus lay the foundations for your own dynasty. As you move through your years in office you can promote members of your extended family on the island to positions of power: such as ambassador, commanding general or even Supreme Ruler, to ensure your legacy thrives through the eras.

As well as a wealth of other new features, including advanced trading mechanics, technology, scientific research trees and island exploration, Tropico 5 will add cooperative and competitive multiplayer for up to four players for the first time in the series’ history! Viva El Presidente!

[duckman]

New trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=938yiqvaTTM

[movie]

http://www.allgamesbeta.com/2014/04/tro ... -this.html

Tropico 5 PC Global Release Date Announced for 23rd May

Start a bright new future for you and your family by moving to the beautiful land of opportunity known as Tropico. On 23rd May, El Presidente has declared that Tropico 5 will be available globally on PC (US retail release 27th May), so make sure you’ve packed your sunglasses and swim shorts. The Xbox 360 and Mac versions will be releasing this summer with a version for the PlayStation 4 platform following in autumn. Kalypso is also working on an extensive Steam OS (Linux) version which will release with the respective new hardware.

Our brand new website also launches today, which provides potential visitors with all the information they need to know about the fantastic standard of living on our island paradise. View gorgeous pictures, impressive videos and inspiring speeches from our benevolent leader El Presidente. Imagine a place where the people never go hungry, all work has a decent wage and the weather is forever bright and sunny – just make sure you always vote El Presidente. Check out the official website for Tropico 5 here: tropico5.com

Packed with a whole host of new gameplay features and all new artwork designed from scratch, Tropico 5 takes the series into a new and exciting direction – dynasties!

You, as El Presidente, will first take control of the infamous island of Tropico during early colonial times and then guide it through the centuries as the world changes and moves ever forward. You must tackle the changing needs of your people, as well as opposing governments and factions, and thus lay the foundations for your own dynasty. As you move through your years in office you can promote members of your extended family on the island to positions of power: such as ambassador, commanding general or even Supreme Ruler, to ensure your legacy thrives through the eras.

As well as a wealth of other new features, including advanced trading mechanics, technology, scientific research trees and island exploration, Tropico 5 will add cooperative and competitive multiplayer for up to four players for the first time in the series’ history! Viva El Presidente!