2002, Jeff Lackey, "Capitalism II", Computer Games, April 2002, page 78:
While the trend in business games these days tends to be specialization (there’s a Tycoon game for everything imaginable: Car Tycoon, Casino Tycoon, Lava Lamp Tycoon), Capitalism II displays remarkable breadth.
2002, Jeff Green, "RollerCoaster Tycoon 2", Computer Gaming World, November 2002, page 55:
Since its 1999 debut, Rollercoaster Tycoon has become one of the most successful and influential computer games of the past decade, selling millions of copies and inspiring every third-rate game designer to cash in on its success with their own tycoon game.
2003, John Fletcher, "Casino Inc.", Computer Gaming World, July 2003, page 89:
At its core, Casino Inc. is an average little tycoon game where you buy gear, place it around an empty interior, hire staff, and watch the money roll in.
2005, "Lemonade Tycoon 2: New York Edition", Macworld, May 2005, page 47:
If you’re looking for a deep tycoon game with lots of twists and turns, this one probably isn’t for you.
2011, Randy Smith, "Hi, Im Randy", Edge Gaming, March 2011, page 152:
Recettear is a tycoon game about managing an adventurer's shop.