This Grand Life
A Financial Life Simulation Game
Cruise your way through life with a silver spoon, or struggle endlessly to find employment as a convicted felon. You cannot control your past, but you can change your future. What choices will you make?
In the game you will create a character, manage their money and help them achieve their life goals.
Your life is divided into weeks. You try to accomplish as much as you can each week while economic conditions and special events create interesting choices to think about. Do I go to work this week, or take part in the Hot Dog Eating competition at the park? Should I spend time looking for a better job, or stick with my current job until economic conditions improve?
Features
Balance Needs
Balance short-term needs such as hunger, fun, hygiene and health with long-term goals like happiness, wealth and education.
Stylised City Maps
The game maps are based on real major cities, thanks to satellite imagery from the European Space Agency!
Education System
Study for degrees, diplomas and PHDs, required for some higher level occupations. Go to trade school or university.
Careers and Employment
Prestigious career paths like Banking and Chef, plus lower level occupations like Janitor and Salesperson.
Possessions
Fridges, TVs and Computers which help with your short-term needs.
Special Events
Home Robbery, Hotdog Eating Competition, Steam Sales and more.
Investment and Debt
Borrow money to achieve your goals or invest for a future where you won’t have to work. Repayments and interest calculated realistically.
Traits and Privilege System
Begin life with advantages like rich parents, or disadvantages like alcoholism.
Collectibles
Collect stamps, coins and other rare items to achieve your long-term goals.
Real Estate
Buy properties through an auction system. Live in it yourself or rent out your properties to tenants.
Detailed Economic Simulation
Inflation, interest rates and economic growth influence your investments and job competition.
Stock Market
Buy and sell shares on the stock market. Watch out for poor corporate management.
Start Businesses
Hire employees, advertise your brand, complete jobs and grow your reputation.
Relationships and Family
Find a spouse to increase your income, raise your children well to increase your happiness.
Subscription Services
Sign up for services that make life easier, like grocery delivery or cable TV.
Moddability
Create your own careers, courses, locations, possessions and more. All content designed to be highly moddable.