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About News Tower
News Tower drops you into 1930s New York, where you run a fledgling newspaper amid the Great Depression and looming war. Every Sunday brings a deadline that tests your management skills. Start with an empty floor, build workstations, hire diverse staff, and navigate political, criminal, and social pressures to grow a media empire across the city for your future success.
01 / THE GUIDE
Newsroom Construction
Begin with an empty floor plan, then place walls, elevators, and pneumatic tubes to shape your newsroom efficiently.
Add printing stations, compositing desks, and a legal corner; each workstation directly influences team speed under pressure daily.
- Experiment with tube layouts for speed.
- Balance workstations with open space.
02 / THE GUIDE
Staff Roles & Needs
Your team spans over thirty roles, from reporters and photographers to janitors and ad salespeople each bringing unique expertise.
Monitor hunger, focus, and logistics for each employee; meeting their needs boosts overall productivity through thoughtful resource allocation.
- Match tasks to role expertise.
- Provide morale items regularly.
03 / THE GUIDE
Editorial Strategy
Choose weekly story angles—crime, politics, or sports—and decide whether to prioritize respect or reach for maximum reader impact.
Your tone and tags shape public perception; successful mixes increase sales, while missteps risk backlash or lawsuits seriously.
- Test headlines on small audience.
- Keep tone consistent with line.
04 / THE GUIDE
Faction Relationships
Four factions—the Mayor, Mafia, Military, and High Society—push agendas and propose shady deals for cash, influence, or rewards.
Accepting offers grants resources and connections, but may attract trouble or mob retaliation if you print truths.
- Weigh rewards against possible backlash.
- Stay neutral to reduce pressure.
05 / THE GUIDE
Market Competition & Districts
Distribute your paper across NYC districts—Harlem, Wall Street, and others—each with distinct reader preferences that guide content choices.
Rivals Empire Observer and Jersey Beacon steal scoops; targeting local interests helps you capture their audiences and grow.
- Study district demographics before stories.
- Watch rivals for scoop leads.
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