What is a good trading PC video game?

Question

I'm in the mood to play a game that involves trading like tradewinds but more recent and new, Sid Meier's Pirates was alright, something like that, it can also be a futuristic trading game too, just something that involves trading, building up a fleet and creating an empire, can anyone give me a good suggestion?

Answer 1

Well, I don't know about a newer game, but if you can get your hands on Patrician 3, its a great game that describes what you are talking about. There are campaigns or scenarios or you can just play a game where you can either challenge yourself or play endlessly. You start with a small ship(s) and a bit of money, and you work your way to become the Alderman of the Hanseatic League. Alderman is kind of like President. Hopefully this answers your question.