Romero's mobster strategy game Empire of Sin gets first gameplay trailer Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Romero's mobster strategy game Empire of Sin gets first gameplay trailer Out on Xbox One, PS4, Switch, and PC next spring. News by Matt Wales Reporter Updated on 20 Aug 2019 7 comments Brenda and John Romero's really-rather-wonderful-looking mobster-themed strategy game, Empire of Sin, just got its first gameplay trailer, courtesy of today's Inside Xbox livestream. Empire of Sin unfolds among the shadows of 1920s Prohibition-era Chicago, with players attempting to build their crime empire from the ground up - using business smarts, intimidation, and, yes, violence - in a bid to become mob king or queen of the city. In order to climb to the top of the crime pile, you'll be able to indulge in the likes of bribery or black market trading, and even establish rackets (including speakeasies, breweries, casinos, brothels, or good old-fashioned protection rackets), all of which plays out in real-time. Watch on YouTube You'll also need to build a loyal crew of mobsters, with each potential recruit having their own traits and relationships that evolve over a game. "Schmooze, coerce, seduce, threaten, or kill them," explains publisher Paradox, "to get your way." And when violence is required, be it against one-time allies or long-time foes, the pace switches to turn-based tactical combat, reminiscent of XCOM. Empire of Sin, which gets its first gameplay airing in the trailer above, is due to arrive on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Switch, PC, and Mac in spring next year. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 2 Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 8 Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Latest Articles Modder dives into Demon's Souls files following PS5 jailbreak, discovers fabled Ring of the Chieftain Who knows what's nexus? 2 Digital Foundry Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090: a new level in graphics performance The Digital Foundry video review - and how the new GPU champion delivers for 4K 120fps gaming. 4 Feature Evercore Heroes wants to wind people up the right way "There's less rage at them, because they didn't end your fun." Google announces cloud gaming Chromebooks less than a fortnight after Stadia shutdown GeForce Now preinstalled. 8 Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store