
Starport Merchants puts you in the boots of a scrappy trader, starting with nothing but a small ship and some pocket money.
Travel between the planets looking for opportunity and the most optimal way to build your business empire.
You decide the way...
Haul cargo
Transport passengers
Mine asteroids
Trade stocks
Build factories
Automate fleets
Invest in real estate
Buy art
Gamble
... and don't forget to pay your taxes
You are not alone in your pursuit to rule the market.
Compete against seven rivals, or find a way to work together. Each rival has their own distinct personality.
Many ways to make money: you decide how you want to build your business
Your rivals play the exact same game as you, using the same rules
Navigate crisis events: these will impact your earnings positively or negatively, but also those of your rivals
Lots of data to look at: know exactly how your money is going in or out
Use the many charts and graphs to analyze how you're doing
During your travels you will encounter narrative events. Decide how to handle them (or ignore them)