Movie Studio Mogul
- Designer Ed Colarik
- Publisher International Marketing Consultants
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In Movie Studio Mogul, you manage a film studio along a path with spaces for stars, directors, and writers. You acquire personnel by landing on or trading spaces, and with sets of personnel, you can produce up to six movies, increasing the landing fees on your spaces. The game simulates building and expanding a movie studio in a classic Monopoly-like style.
Who Is This Game For?
This game is aimed at families and casual players aged 8 and up interested in the movie industry theme. It is not an expert game, as it lacks complex mechanics and follows basic Monopoly principles. Playing time is unspecified, so it fits players who are patient with variable game lengths.
How It Works
Players move along a path with spaces for film crew members like stars, directors, and writers. By landing on or trading personnel, you build sets. With these sets, you can produce up to six movies, which increase your income through higher landing fees on your spaces. The game uses classic movement and trading without special mechanics listed.
What Makes It Special
Designed by Ed Colarik in 1981, Movie Studio Mogul belongs to the Monopoly-like game family with a movie industry theme. It stands out by simulating film production and collecting film crew members, though it lacks modern mechanics or awards. It is a thematic game from the early 80s without recognized accolades.
Pro
- Classic Monopoly-like gameplay
- Movie industry theme with personnel management
- Suitable for families and casual players
Contra
- No specified playing time
- Lacks modern or complex mechanics
- 2-6 players only, no solo mode
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game is set in the movie industry world, where studios hire stars, directors, and writers. It abstractly simulates the building and operation of a film studio without specifying a historical period.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Focus on collecting sets and trading personnel to increase your income.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
No, Movie Studio Mogul is designed for 2 to 6 players and has no solo mode.
How long does a game really take?
Playing time is not specified and may vary depending on the number of players and play style.
What prior experience do I need?
The game is a family game and requires no special prior experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
It combines Monopoly-like path and trading mechanics with a movie theme, making it thematically unique.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, it is designed for ages 8 and up as a family game.
What mechanic makes it special?
The game uses classic path movement and trading without modern mechanics.
Fazit
Movie Studio Mogul suits players who enjoy simple Monopoly variants with a movie theme. It is recommended for families and casual gamers looking for straightforward path and trading mechanics without complex rules.