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Show HN: I recreated Papers Please but you're deciding which YC startups to fund

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In short

The game structures its narrative into distinct acts that kick off one day after Demo Day. Players must actively inspect documents, verify information, compare facts, and call founders using an interface equipped with mail and notes. The core loop challenges users to evaluate startup applicants against time constraints before placing a finalized decision sheet on their desk. Through these mechanics, players ultimately determine whether to fund, pass, or hold on prospective Y Combinator companies.

Key points

  • The game narrative begins one day following Demo Day and unfolds across structured acts.: The game narrative begins one day following Demo Day and unfolds across structured acts.
  • Core mechanics require players to compare facts, inspect paperwork, and verify applicant…: Core mechanics require players to compare facts, inspect paperwork, and verify applicant data under time constraints.
  • Users must weigh their findings to formally choose between funding, passing, or holding o…: Users must weigh their findings to formally choose between funding, passing, or holding on each startup.

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NEXT

NEW

EXTEND

VERIFY

CALL THE NEXT FOUNDER

16:12

1 DAY AFTER DEMO DAY

ACT 01

MAIL

NOTES

17:00

PASS

FUND

HOLD

PLACE DECISION SHEET ON THE DESK

INSPECT

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