Description

"The Tower" for the Sega Saturn is a construction and management simulation game that puts players in the role of a building developer tasked with constructing and managing a towering skyscraper. Developed by OpenBook Co., Ltd and published by SEGA, the game is part of the SimTower series, originally created by Yoot Saito. In "The Tower," players must strategically design their building to accommodate offices, apartments, restaurants, and various other facilities while maintaining the happiness and satisfaction of its tenants. The game challenges players to balance structural elements, such as elevators and stairs, with the aesthetic and functional needs of the building's occupants, all while managing the financial aspects to ensure profitability.

Introduced in Japan in 1996 under the name "The Tower," the game was notable for its detailed simulation elements and its complex, layered gameplay that required careful planning and foresight. Unlike many other construction games of its time, "The Tower" provided a micro-management perspective, where even the smallest decisions could affect the overall success of the building. The goal is to ultimately construct a five-star tower that attracts VIPs, such as celebrities and politicians. The game's realism and depth, combined with its unique premise, made it a cherished title among strategy and simulation aficionados, setting the stage for the further development of the genre.