SimRefinery

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SimRefinery tasks you with managing a fictional oil refinery from the ground up. Oversee crude oil intake, oversee processing units, and distribute refined products while balancing costs, output, and environmental factors. The DOS-based interface focuses on real-time resource allocation and system optimization, requiring careful planning to avoid bottlenecks or overexpenditure. Single-player only, with no external threats beyond the challenges of industrial logistics. Developed by Maxis in 1993, this niche simulator predates many modern management games but remains a curiosity for fans of granular operational strategy. Its educational ties to Chevron’s real-world processes make it oddly specific, though community activity is sparse. Players who enjoy deep, no-frills simulations might find its mechanical rigor appealing despite its dated presentation.