The 8-Bit Investor

📻 Procedural Radio Controls

The game features a custom, real-time algorithmic music engine. You can change the vibe of your apartment at any time:

• [P] — Toggle Radio On/Off
• [N] — Next Track / Genre
• [B] — Previous Track / Genre
• [+] / [-] — Volume Up / Down

Available Genres: Hip Hop, Metal, Techno, House, Middle Eastern, Funk, Jazz, and Blues.

🎮 General Controls

• Move: A / D or Arrow Keys
• Jump: Space / W
• Interact: E (Use when near PC, TV, or Bed)
• Skip 1 Year: Y
• Quick Save: F5
• Quick Load: F9

📊 Financial Analysis

Upon reaching retirement or bankruptcy, the game automatically generates a postmortem.csv file in your game directory. You can open this in Excel or Google Sheets to analyze your lifetime net worth growth and final investment performance.

Description

The 8-Bit Investor is a minimalist financial simulation that strips away the jargon and leaves you with the raw power of compounding.

Built on custom Python logic, the game challenges you to navigate a simulated economy where every decision matters. Whether you're a seasoned trader or just curious about how wealth grows, this 2D simulator provides a clean, focused environment to test your financial survival instincts.

Key Features:

• Procedural Economic Logic: No two runs are the same; the market reacts to your choices.
• The Power of Compounding: Experience the exponential growth of assets in a simplified, visual format.
• Retro Aesthetic: Clean, 8-bit inspired visuals that keep the focus on the data and the strategy.
• Terminal Logic: Built with a "software-first" mindset for a unique, tactical feel.