Vested

Survive the Dot-Com Bubble in Vested

In Vested, a narrative strategy game on PC, you take a nostalgic trip back to the tumultuous 1990s, a pivotal decade for tech startups. Armed with a mere idea and a business card, you'll navigate the highs and lows of founding a company during the volatile dot-com bubble. Decisions are urgent; each quarter brings new challenges as you balance ambition with the harsh realities of startup life.

Build, Burn, Repeat: Decision-Making Mechanics

The core mechanics of Vested revolve around making choices that influence your startup’s trajectory. Whether it's selecting your product or choosing funding options, every decision cascades down to your company's finances, employee morale, or even your mental health. Options are abundant, with 48 quarters of gameplay stretching from Q1 1990 to Q4 2001, allowing for both strategic planning and rapid-fire decision-making.