Prosperity Pursuit India is a mobile strategy simulation game where players build and manage their own economic empire across India's diverse regions. Released in 2022, it has become one of India's most popular strategy games with over 5 million downloads as of Q2 2024.
The game combines elements of city-building, resource management, and political strategy set against India's unique economic landscape. Players must navigate:
At its heart, Prosperity Pursuit India challenges players to:
The game's popularity varies significantly across India:
| State | Downloads | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | 1.2M | 23.1% |
| Uttar Pradesh | 850K | 16.3% |
| Tamil Nadu | 620K | 11.9% |
| Gujarat | 580K | 11.2% |
| Karnataka | 510K | 9.8% |
| Other States | 1.44M | 27.7% |
This distribution reflects both population density and smartphone penetration rates across India.
With over 120,000 reviews on Indian app stores, Prosperity Pursuit India maintains an impressive 4.6/5 average rating. Here's what players are saying:
"The most realistic economic simulation of India I've played. The regional policies actually make you think about India's diversity!" - Rajesh K., Mumbai
"Finally a game that doesn't just copy Western models but builds on Indian economic realities." - Priya S., Bangalore
"The multiplayer aspect where you can form economic alliances with other players is brilliant!" - Arjun P., Delhi
"The early game tutorial could be more interactive. I felt lost for the first hour." - Anika R., Kolkata
"Some regional events feel repetitive after a few playthroughs." - Suresh M., Chennai
"Would love more depth in international trade mechanics." - Vikram T., Hyderabad
The development team at EconSim Studios has actively engaged with the community:
Prosperity Pursuit India stands out for its deep localization beyond just language translation. The game features:
Each Indian state has unique economic parameters reflecting real-world conditions:
The game incorporates India's cultural calendar with special events:
While the base game is in English, it offers full localization in:
Voice acting and cultural references are tailored to each linguistic group.
The Prosperity Pursuit India community has grown into a vibrant ecosystem with:
The game maintains active forums at forum.prosperityindia.com with sections for:
Indian players have developed unique approaches:
"Focus all early resources on building Special Economic Zones in Gujarat. The initial investment is high but pays off massively by year 3 with export bonuses." - Neha P.
"Leverage Kerala's natural tourism advantages. Build resorts and cultural centers early, then expand to medical tourism as your economy grows." - Rohan S.
"Form alliances with other Punjab players to dominate the wheat market. By controlling 40%+ of production, you can negotiate better export deals." - Amandeep K.
The game hosts regular India-wide competitions:
Top performers get featured in the game's "Hall of Economic Achievers."
Designed for India's diverse mobile ecosystem, Prosperity Pursuit India offers:
The game includes special features for Indian networks:
Major updates since launch:
| Version | Date | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | May 2022 | Initial release with 5 states |
| 1.5 | Oct 2022 | Added 7 new states, multiplayer |
| 2.0 | Mar 2023 | International trade, new policies |
| 2.3 | Sep 2023 | Improved tutorial, 5 new events |
| 2.7 | Apr 2024 | Performance optimizations, bug fixes |
A: Yes, the base game is free with optional in-app purchases for cosmetic items and speed boosts.
A: Approximately 15-25MB per hour in normal mode, 5-10MB in Data Saver Mode.
A: Absolutely! The multiplayer mode allows cross-state alliances and competitions.
A: The developers have confirmed a Windows/Mac version is in development for 2025.
A: The team aims to add 2-3 new states per year based on player demand.