Straitened Times V0581 By Hrelease ✦ Ultra HD

: Adjusting the difficulty of early-game economic loops to ensure the "straitened" nature of the game is challenging but not impossible. Scene Refinements

Straitened times are characterized by economic downturns, high unemployment rates, reduced consumer spending, and a general decrease in economic activity. These periods can be triggered by various factors, including global economic shifts, political instability, natural disasters, and more recently, the COVID-19 pandemic, which has had a profound impact on global economies.

represents a significant milestone in its ongoing development, refining the game's core loop of resource management and narrative progression. Narrative Premise