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Compound Interest

The networks are dead. The city has fallen. Manage your crew and send them into danger to earn money and respect. Claim turf, control trade, and make allies or enemies as you reshape the fully simulated city of New Sterling.

Release date
September 30, 2026
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Developer
Pond Scum
Publisher
Pond Scum
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Experience the end of the digital ageThe satellites went dark, networks are dead. The air is filled with signal and every device became a paperweight overnight. The modern internet era overwhelmed by Pure Noise. But the city goes on. The inhabitants of New Sterling are creating a new order from the ashes of the old. Send your crew on missions through the city to explore the digital post-apocalypse. Take care of your teams and prepare them well. After all, the city is a dangerous place and a wrong turn can leave you knocked out on the pavement.

The city doesn’t mind leaving you with nothing but empty pockets. Build your capital. Stake your claim. Expand your crew. New Sterling doesn't forgive the unprepared. Establish your foothold in the cityPlay as one of the factions attempting to assert control within the city. Begin with simple jobs to help the citizens of New Sterling’s eight districts for cash and reputation. Then offer to protect local businesses from vandals and other factions. Then leverage your power to buy and sell valuable goods, or use them to complete unique storylines that will change the city forever.

Make allies and enemies as you grow your influence in the city. Move against other factions by attacking their crews and robbing their hideouts. Who you choose to work with affects New Sterling’s future. The people will remember your actions. Be kind and gain warmth with them.…

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★ 8.0/10Steam · 30 ratings
SteamLast checked November 3, 2026

Most helpful8

Not recommended
Game is complete lie theres no massive battles or alligances forming with rival gangs. Its more of a lackluster eco sim that overly focuses on…
Recommended
its a decent game even though its new to steam.... a bit bulky and gives the city of gangsters feeling the difference is you control…
Recommended
10/10 Game I have been waiting for a game like this for a very long time, I love the crew management, buisness extortion, money making,…
Not recommended
Cool game, needs polishing. I will edit my review once the game get the treatment it deserves, howver im enjoying my time althought gameplay is…
Recommended
it seems promising and so far im having fun, however the UI and interactions feel very unintuitive
Recommended
i wanted manicott, i compromised. i ate grilled cheese off the radiator instead
Recommended
might be one of the best games after it releases out of early access

Most recent8

Recommended
its a decent game even though its new to steam.... a bit bulky and gives the city of gangsters feeling the difference is you control…
Recommended
10/10 Game I have been waiting for a game like this for a very long time, I love the crew management, buisness extortion, money making,…
Recommended
might be one of the best games after it releases out of early access
Not recommended
Game is complete lie theres no massive battles or alligances forming with rival gangs. Its more of a lackluster eco sim that overly focuses on…

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