Volstead
A 2015 indie strategy sim about running a speakeasy during Prohibition. If you've wondered what it'd be like to manage an underground bar instead of a farm, this niche deep-dive is worth your curiosity.
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For strategy sim fans seeking a historically grounded management game that rewards careful planning over reflexes.
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About Volstead
Volstead puts you in charge of a speakeasy during the Prohibition era, blending resource management with the pressure of operating illegally. You're balancing supply chains, hiring staff, keeping the cops at bay, and making sure your bar stays profitable while staying hidden. It's less about action and more about the spreadsheet side of running a risky business. The appeal is narrow but genuine: if you enjoyed titles like Two Point Hospital or Diner Dash but wanted something with real stakes and historical flavor, this scratches that itch. It's rough around the edges (indie production from 2015 shows), but the core loop of sneaking deliveries, managing heat from authorities, and watching your operation grow is engaging enough for strategy fans who don't need flashy graphics. Not for everyone, but exactly what it's trying to be.
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System Requirements
Minimum
- Processor
- 1.6 Ghz
- Memory
- 2 GB RAM
- Graphics
- 256MB Hard Drive: 200 MB MB available space
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Game Info
- Developer
- NedoStudio
- Publisher
- NedoStudio
- Release Date
- Jun 26, 2015
