3 Responses to “Hoyle Casino Empire”

1. Edith says:

   July 10, 2009 at 3:54 pm

   This game isn’t the most complex one of the “tycoon” games you will find. It is pretty entertaining. Sometimes I like a game that isn’t so complicated that it takes three websites to consult with how to just make it through. The casinos that you work through are [copies] of their Las Vegas Counterparts, as are the “celebrities” that will make it into your casino if you are good enough. Some of the graphics are 2D such as many of the attractions you will build in your casino, and the games really aren’t that distinquishable.
   It is fairly easy to get the hang of, the audio is pretty good, with background noise, some nice lounge music, and commentary from the guests. The game does throw your casino development with a few curves such as other casinos trying to infiltrate and disrupt your business. Its fun, lighthearted, and a great way to get started in other “Tycoon” sort of games. While it isn’t the best Tycoon game out there, I do like this one, it has good game play, and you don’t need to buy a guide to work through this one.
2. Tuwa says:

   July 10, 2009 at 7:14 pm

   I’ve played lots of Tycoon-genre computer games, including some super popular (Roller Coaster Tycoon, The Sims, etc.) This however, might be the best game I’ve played. Besides cool graphics, this game has a plethora of options readily available. This game is easy enough that playing it isn’t a boring struggle, yet difficult enough the player feels challenged. Great attention has been paid to the sound, which is absolutely terrific. The game accurately simulates the feel of a casino. Each little “gambler” reacts to each hand of cards. You can see the players place their bets, and celebrate/despair after the round. Bright colors light up the screen. Building options include decorations, lounges, restaurants, gambling rooms, any type of gambling table or machine and decorations for the outside. Through the game interesting situations occur: the “Playbabe” magazine party, VIP high rollers, mob hits, discount slot machines. You can set your casinos odds, or even cheat the gamblers. Dealers and gamblers may cheat your casino, making a casino security force needed. Showgirls and bargirls keep players supplied with drinks. You are even able to host poker tournaments or auction off cars, throw parties or watch your loyal customers get married. You also control the hotel rooms and options there. For those looking for any type of tycoon game to play, or those with a love of Las Vegas, or even those just looking for a little fun will enjoy this game. You don’t have to know Las Vegas to enjoy this immersive and fun computer game.
3. Ordell says:

   July 10, 2009 at 8:11 pm

   First off, this game is not a casino game where you play poker, black jack, or slots and pretend your a high roller in Vegas, winning or loosing big. This is a simulator, and if you don’t like simulators (Any of the Tycoon games) then you probably won’t like this either.

   But if you ever wondered what it might be like to run every aspect of an imaginary casino, I think you might like this game. Graphics are fairly cheesy, and the mafia theme probably would have been more realistic for casinos in the 60’s and 70’s. But you can have the game play whatever MP3 you have available, you have many different games you can buy and there is more than just placing games on the screen and see if you win. You have to balance everything from advertising to security, bathrooms to bars. I have played the game many times and never had the same outcome.

   There are some things that could be improved. I wish you started with more money. ($$$) is pretty low for starting a casino. And in real life casinos don’t buy slot machines. The manufactures put them in the casinos for free and take a slice of the pie. I also think they should have denominations for the slots less than ($$). I mean I think a lot of people play their whole vacations on nickel slots. It might be nice if they could add the simulation of the food service, hotel staff, share holders, etc then it might be a bit more up to date. And a first person walkthrough of the casino would be cool. Give you the real feel of being a casino owner.

   But wish list aside, this is a fun simulation game and is worthy of 3 solid stars.