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AI Wars_ gameplay showing a 3D city view with buildings, roads, and a central ring structure
AI Wars_ welcome screen explaining game mechanics and resources
AI Wars_ title screen with retro terminal-style interface

AI Wars_

An astonishingly realistic AI industry simulation that puts you in the role of a tech entrepreneur building an AI empire. This game is almost too real - we wanted to try and contact Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, because this game felt so authentic. Starting with limited resources in Silicon Valley, you'll navigate the complex world of AI model development, data collection, and compute resource management over a 30-day period. The level of detail is remarkable, from the fluctuating market prices to the strategic decisions around research investments and loan management. What truly sets AI Wars_ apart is its thoughtful implementation of real-world AI industry mechanics - measuring data in terabytes, compute in petaFLOPS, and the delicate balance between cash flow and technological advancement. We really appreciate the depth of economic simulation and strategic gameplay. We believe this is the most thought-through game we have seen so far, offering a genuinely educational experience about the AI industry wrapped in an addictive strategy game format.

About the Game

AI Wars_ is a meticulously crafted strategy simulation that puts you at the helm of an AI startup in Silicon Valley. The game's attention to detail is extraordinary - from the realistic 3D city environment to the intricate economic systems that govern the AI industry. Your mission is to build an AI empire over 30 days by making strategic decisions about resource allocation, market timing, and technological investment.

What makes this game stand out is its commitment to realism. The developers have clearly done their research on how the AI industry actually functions. Data is measured in terabytes, computing power in petaFLOPS, and the market fluctuations feel genuinely responsive to your actions. The game captures the essence of the tech industry's competitive landscape while remaining accessible enough for players who aren't AI experts.

Key Features

  • Realistic AI industry simulation with accurate resource metrics
  • 30-day campaign with dynamic market conditions
  • Strategic resource management (Cash, Data, Compute, Reputation)
  • Multiple locations to travel between for market advantages
  • Banking system with loans and investments
  • Research progression that unlocks new capabilities
  • Clean, retro-inspired terminal aesthetic
  • 3D city visualization with distinctive landmarks

Industry Simulation

The game's economic model is impressively detailed, simulating:

  • Market fluctuations that affect AI model prices
  • The relationship between data quantity and model quality
  • Computing resource constraints that limit AI deployment
  • Reputation mechanics that affect your industry standing
  • Loan interest rates and investment returns

These systems interlock in ways that create genuinely challenging strategic decisions, making each playthrough a unique experience.

Game Details

Release Date
March 17, 2025
Playability:
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Core Resources

Cash
Liquid assets for purchases
Data (TB)
Required to train AI models
Compute (PFLOPS)
Required to run AI models
Reputation
Industry standing and influence

Strategy Tips

  • • Travel between cities to find better prices for models and resources
  • • Use the bank strategically - loans can accelerate growth but watch the interest
  • • Invest in research early to gain resource bonuses that compound over time
  • • Watch market trends closely - timing your buys and sells is crucial
  • • Balance your portfolio between different types of AI models
  • • Don't neglect reputation - it opens doors to premium opportunities