Tropico: Pirate Cove 2
Tropico 2: Pirate Cove PC CD dictator of tropical island rob steal goal sim game
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Windows
Gathering
2003
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$3.48
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Rule over a 17th century Caribbean island hideaway and all its unsavory inhabitants in this sequel to 2001's Tropico. As in the original, the player takes charge of an entire tropical isle, directing its development and seeing to the needs of its population. Instead of a 20th century Third World dictator, however, Tropico 2 players become "Pirate Kings." While the island domain is still the focus, players now govern over high seas brigands and captured peasants instead of indigenous laborers and ephemeral tourists. Commodities such as canned fish and souvenirs are replaced with goods like cannons and muskets. The goal is to create a perfect pirate paradise, with the bawdy appeal to attract talented buccaneers and the facilities to make sure they are properly trained and equipped.
As in the original game, a successful island provides its inhabitants with outlets for relaxation and entertainment, as well as the services and products needed for safety and growth. After a profitable raid at sea, most pirates like nothing better than a drunken night full of feasting, gambling, and "wenching," so it is best to provide opportunities for these activities. Yet even the most skilled pirates might not even make it back from such raids if not properly equipped in the first place, so wise rulers will also ensure their islands support the industry required to produce cannons, cutlasses, and muskets. Even the captured peasant laborers must be appeased to an extent, with basic provisions and religious accommodations, lest they lose all hope and revolt. Pirate needs and captive needs are often at odds, so much of the game involves developing a proper balance.
Certain pirate skills are especially desirable when sailing under the Jolly Roger. Navigation and seamanship help to steer the vessel true towards a profitable mark, then it takes skilled gunners and swordsmen to make quick work of the quarry. While players do not take direct control of the pirate ships that come and go from their hidden harbors, they can see that these vessels are manned by a well trained crew. They may also become familiar with the regular sea routes used by the English, Spanish, and French, allowing them to order their raiders towards the most profitable, least risky prospects. Diplomacy plays a role, as different Pirate King leaders take different countries as patrons.
Developed primarily by Frog City (Imperialism, Trade Empires), Pirate Cove is built squarely on the foundation of PopTop's original. While the subject matter of this second Tropico game is quite different from the first, many successful elements of play are retained. The Pirate King persona is defined by a number of qualities and character flaws that translate into leadership bonuses and penalties. Each citizen character is an individual, with its own name, attributes, and needs. Populations can be manipulated by the issuing of edicts. Once again, players may choose to prove themselves through increasingly difficult campaign scenarios, or create the ideal island hideout in a free-form Sandbox mode. Pirate Kings can even stow away a personal hoard of booty -- just in case the winds shift unexpectedly.
For Windows [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
As in the original game, a successful island provides its inhabitants with outlets for relaxation and entertainment, as well as the services and products needed for safety and growth. After a profitable raid at sea, most pirates like nothing better than a drunken night full of feasting, gambling, and "wenching," so it is best to provide opportunities for these activities. Yet even the most skilled pirates might not even make it back from such raids if not properly equipped in the first place, so wise rulers will also ensure their islands support the industry required to produce cannons, cutlasses, and muskets. Even the captured peasant laborers must be appeased to an extent, with basic provisions and religious accommodations, lest they lose all hope and revolt. Pirate needs and captive needs are often at odds, so much of the game involves developing a proper balance.
Certain pirate skills are especially desirable when sailing under the Jolly Roger. Navigation and seamanship help to steer the vessel true towards a profitable mark, then it takes skilled gunners and swordsmen to make quick work of the quarry. While players do not take direct control of the pirate ships that come and go from their hidden harbors, they can see that these vessels are manned by a well trained crew. They may also become familiar with the regular sea routes used by the English, Spanish, and French, allowing them to order their raiders towards the most profitable, least risky prospects. Diplomacy plays a role, as different Pirate King leaders take different countries as patrons.
Developed primarily by Frog City (Imperialism, Trade Empires), Pirate Cove is built squarely on the foundation of PopTop's original. While the subject matter of this second Tropico game is quite different from the first, many successful elements of play are retained. The Pirate King persona is defined by a number of qualities and character flaws that translate into leadership bonuses and penalties. Each citizen character is an individual, with its own name, attributes, and needs. Populations can be manipulated by the issuing of edicts. Once again, players may choose to prove themselves through increasingly difficult campaign scenarios, or create the ideal island hideout in a free-form Sandbox mode. Pirate Kings can even stow away a personal hoard of booty -- just in case the winds shift unexpectedly.
For Windows [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
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This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
