Unlike most tycoons that stay frozen in a specific year, this game tracks the evolution of cinema from 1906 Paris (just after the Lumière brothers’ first screenings) all the way to 2020.

• Era-Specific Tech: You start with hand-cranked projectors and gas-lit halls. As you progress through the Tech Tree, you’ll unlock sound, colour, 3D, and eventually digital projection.
• Historical Events: You’ll have to keep your business afloat through world wars, economic depressions, and the rise of television.
• Massive Catalogue: The game features over 1,000 pixel-art movie posters based on real cinematic history.

Deep Management Mechanics

Don’t let the “cosy” pixel art fool you—the management goes deep. You aren’t just placing chairs; you’re optimising a business.

Key Features:

• Modular Building: Design your lobby, snack bars, and projection rooms from scratch. You control everything from the wallpaper to the orientation of the candy counter.
• Reel Management: You have to send “film buyers” across the globe to find rare reels. You’ll also need to manage the physical condition of your film; broken reels mean angry customers.
• Staffing: Hire janitors to clean up the inevitable popcorn spills, security to keep order, and projectionists to keep the show running.
• Strategic Pricing: Balance your ticket and concession prices to maximise profit without tanking your reputation.

Aesthetic & Vibes

The game uses a charming, high-detail pixel art style that captures the “vibe” of different eras.

• 1900s: Smoky halls and ornate wooden furniture.
• 1950s: Neon lights and retro-futurism.
• Modern Day: Sleek, glass-heavy multiplexes.

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Quick Summary

Feature	Description
Release Date	Full release planned for 2026 (Demo available now)
Developer	SouthWest Games (Small 2-person team)
Platform	PC (Steam / Epic Games Store)
Playstyle	Historical Simulation / Base Builder

Pro Tip: If you’re playing the demo (covering 1906–1914), pay close attention to the Tutorial. The developers recently overhauled it in “Demo V2” (February 2026) to make the early-game economy much more intuitive!

Find out more here on Steam – https://shorturl.at/NMUGe

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