Tropico 3
Developed by Haemimont Games · Published by Kalypso Media Digital
At a glance
Overview
A simulation, strategy game by Haemimont Games, published by Kalypso Media Digital — single-player.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Become the dictator of a remote island during the Cold War. Charm, persuade, intimidate, oppress, or cheat your people to stay in power! Are you a kind and generous leader? A corrupt and ruthless tyrant ruling with an iron fist?” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for Tropico 3.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | Yes |
| Multiplayer | No |
| Co-op | No |
| Online co-op | No |
| PvP | No |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | No |
| Steam Cloud saves | No |
| Steam Achievements | No |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® XP/Vista/7
- Processor: CPU with 2.5 GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space: 5 GB Available HDD Space
- Video Card: 128 MB 3D Graphic Card with Shader Model 3.0 support
- Sound Card: 16-bit Sound Card
- DirectX® Version: DirectX® 9.0c
Supported languages (5)
Tropico 3 FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is Tropico 3?
Steam classifies Tropico 3 as a Simulation, Strategy game, developed by Haemimont Games. Become the dictator of a remote island during the Cold War. Charm, persuade, intimidate, oppress, or cheat your people to stay in power! Are you a kind and generous leader? A corrupt and ruthless tyrant ruling with an iron fist?
How much does Tropico 3 cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists Tropico 3 at $1.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is Tropico 3 single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for Tropico 3: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.
Is Tropico 3 on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists Tropico 3 for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is Tropico 3 out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of Oct 20, 2009.
What platforms is Tropico 3 on?
Tropico 3 is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is Tropico 3 single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Single-player.
How much does Tropico 3 cost?
Steam lists it at $1.99.
What is Tropico 3's Metacritic score?
Tropico 3 has a Metacritic score of 79/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made Tropico 3?
Tropico 3 is developed by Haemimont Games and published by Kalypso Media Digital.
Where to get Tropico 3
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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