With a streamlined setup and a depth of game play, Cinema Tycoon 2: Movie Mania delivers on its promise of blockbuster entertainment. Even novices can quickly see the direct connection between their actions and the resulting consequences. Rather than becoming overwhelmed with details, the game offers graphical feedback in the form of colored meters, smiley faces, and animated sequences with miniaturized patrons. However, the beauty of the game is how shockingly simple this data is presented.
Cinema Tycoon 2: Movie Mania seems like many other money-managing challenges out there, with an array of menu screens, pull tabs, and balance sheets.