Build a "legitimate" corporation via open world missions, shakedowns, sabotage and property acquisition.
The game's open world missions and "shakedowns" offer an engaging experience, allowing players to complete a variety of short, quick-hitting objectives. These range from sabotaging competitors, extorting protection money from businesses, to even orchestrating "natural forest fires" to clear land for new developments. Reviewers highlight how this mission structure encourages a pick-up-and-play mentality, providing satisfying bursts of gameplay.
At the core of the gameplay is an addictive business simulation and property acquisition system. Players can purchase businesses and properties across the island, which generate passive income over time. Reviewers emphasize how this mechanic seamlessly integrates with the core loop of earning money through shakedowns and then reinvesting it to expand one's corporate empire.
The game's top-down shooter mechanics receive praise for their responsiveness and satisfaction. Players can utilize an arsenal of weapons, from flamethrowers to rocket launchers, to take down enemies and obstacles. While the combat can be challenging against heavily armed foes, reviewers note that the controls generally feel tight and the shooting mechanics are enjoyable.
One of the standout elements of the gameplay is the ability to destroy the environment. Players can rampage through the island, setting buildings ablaze, blowing up cars, and causing general mayhem. Reviewers highlight how this destructive element adds to the chaotic, sandbox-style fun of the experience. Visually, the game is presented in a beautiful, retro-inspired pixel art style, with vibrant colors and fluid animations that evoke a strong sense of nostalgia and charm.