Family Park Tycoon DS box art

Nintendo DS · Simulation

Family Park Tycoon

Deep cut

SystemNintendo DS
Released2008
GenreSimulation
PublisherAstragon
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Nintendo DS in 2008, Family Park Tycoon is a simulation game published by Astragon.

It landed about 4 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2008 include Pokémon Platinum, Professor Layton and the Curious Village and Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Family Park Tycoon is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Family Park Tycoon gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

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Family Park Tycoon FAQ

When did Family Park Tycoon come out on the DS?

Family Park Tycoon was released for the Nintendo DS in 2008.

Who made Family Park Tycoon?

published by Astragon.

Is Family Park Tycoon multiplayer?

No. Family Park Tycoon is a single-player game.

How long does Family Park Tycoon take to play?

As a simulation game, Family Park Tycoon typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Family Park Tycoon on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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