Retro TV Tycoon
Launches 6 November 2026 · PC

Story
WELCOME TO THE GOLDEN AGE OF TELEVISION Step into the master control room in Retro TV Tycoon , an authentic 90s television management simulator. As Station Director and Chief Program Scheduler, you start with a modest local transmitter and a humble library of tapes. Your goal? Turn your fledgling channel into a global broadcasting empire! Every single hour on the clock is yours to program. Balance morning cartoons, daytime dramas, high-stakes Primetime blockbusters, and late-night cult hits to capture maximum viewer shares and satisfy demanding commercial advertisers. CORE GAMEPLAY & FEATURES 24-Hour Broadcast Grid Scheduling: Full control over 24 discrete hourly slots. Schedule 1-hour series, 2-hour movie blockbusters, or your permanent in-house newsroom. Use retro automation tools like Copy Yesterday or Auto-Fill to streamline your daily workflow. Demographics & Primetime Curves: Master the daily viewing habits of 5 distinct demographic groups: Kids, Teens, Adults, Women, and Seniors. Catch early commuters, dominate daytime soap operas, and unleash your best content during the critical 19:00 - 22:00 Primetime window. Time Slot Loyalty Streaks: Air the same TV series at...
Gameplay
WELCOME TO THE GOLDEN AGE OF TELEVISION Step into the master control room in Retro TV Tycoon , an authentic 90s television management simulator. As Station Director and Chief Program Scheduler, you start with a modest local transmitter and a humble library of tapes. Your goal? Turn your fledgling channel into a global broadcasting empire! Every single hour on the clock is yours to program. Balance morning cartoons, daytime dramas, high-stakes Primetime blockbusters, and late-night cult hits to capture maximum viewer shares and satisfy demanding commercial advertisers. CORE GAMEPLAY & FEATURES 24-Hour Broadcast Grid Scheduling: Full control over 24 discrete hourly slots. Schedule 1-hour series, 2-hour movie blockbusters, or your permanent in-house newsroom. Use retro automation tools like Copy Yesterday or Auto-Fill to streamline your daily workflow. Demographics & Primetime Curves: Master the daily viewing habits of 5 distinct demographic groups: Kids, Teens, Adults, Women, and Seniors. Catch early commuters, dominate daytime soap operas, and unleash your best content during the critical 19:00 - 22:00 Primetime window. Time Slot Loyalty Streaks: Air the same TV series at the exact same hour on consecutive days to build viewer habits. Rack up loyalty streaks for up to +60% bonus audience ratings! Progress episode by episode, cycle through seasons, or liquidate...
Features
- Single-player
- Steam Achievements
- Adjustable Text Size
- Adjustable Difficulty
- Keyboard Only Option
- Mouse Only Option
- Save Anytime
- Touch Only Option





Release details
Retro TV Tycoon is developed by Xiro's Studio. Retro TV Tycoon launches on Friday, 6 November 2026 on PC. This date comes from Steam and was last checked on 2 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When does Retro TV Tycoon release?
Retro TV Tycoon launches on 6 November 2026.
Has the Retro TV Tycoon release date changed?
Gamelude has listed 6 November 2026 for Retro TV Tycoon since 31 October 2026, and that date has not changed.
Which platforms is Retro TV Tycoon on?
Retro TV Tycoon is on PC.
Who makes Retro TV Tycoon?
Retro TV Tycoon is developed by Xiro's Studio.