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SeriesSyndicate

Syndicate

Critic score4 critics
First release
Jun 06, 1993
Genres
Tactical, Strategy · Action, Science fiction

Syndicate is a strategic action game set in a dystopian future where corporate entities vie for global dominance. Players control a syndicate, expanding their influence across a world map divided into territories. Starting from a European base, players deploy agents to infiltrate and conquer adjacent regions through covert operations and violence. Once a territory is captured, players can impose taxes to increase revenue, but must balance this with the risk of inciting rebellions. The game involves managing resources, dispatching agents to eliminate threats both foreign and domestic, and defending against rival syndicates' incursions. Success requires careful strategic planning, efficient resource management, and the ability to outmaneuver opponents on a global scale. The ultimate goal is to achieve world domination by controlling all territories and overcoming all challenges.

Also known as BOB, Cyber Assault, Higher Functions

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Storyline, release dates, time to beat, age ratings, modes, links, keywords

Release dates
DOS
Jun 06, 1993
FM Towns
Jun 06, 1993
PC-9800 Series
Jul 28, 1994
All 5 release dates
Mac
1994
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Jan 19, 2012
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
5h
Main + Extras
10h
Completionist
20h
Age ratings
ESRB E
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Bird view / Isometric
Where to buy
Keywords
cyberpunk, dystopian, cyborg, multiple protagonists, capitalism
… All 15, customizable characters, world map, language selection, mind control, mission briefing, ea app, escort mission, destructible environment, evil organization, agents

At a Glance

Critic Score
69
Main Story (IGDB)
5h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
10h
Completionist (IGDB)
20h