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Deltacraft Games · Published by Deltacraft Games
Last updated 10 Oct 2026
Build your own software empire from scratch. Manage projects, recruit staff, design components, and grow from a garage startup to a tech giant. Create SaaS platforms, sell software, or fulfill contracts. Balance quality, deadlines, and innovation in this relaxing yet deep business simulation game.
Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Casual · 2026 · More free games
Manage projects and grow from a garage startup to a tech giant in Software CEO. Recruit staff, design components, and balance quality with deadlines in this relaxing yet strategic indie game.
About this game
Software CEO is a relaxing yet deep business simulation game where you create and manage your own software company from scratch.
Start your journey in a humble garage with a single desk and an old CRT monitor. As an ambitious founder, you’ll take charge of every aspect of your growing startup: producing software, hiring employees, furnishing your office, and managing deadlines, bugs, budgets, and burnout.
At the heart of the game lies a unique component-based development system. Every software product, feature, or module is built from multiple layers of components, across five tiers of complexity. To create higher-tier components, you'll need to produce — or delegate — all the underlying elements. Good planning, skilled staff, and smart investments are key to success.
You can focus your business on three different types of production:
SaaS platforms – Launch and operate live online services (e.g., marketplaces, social networks, MMORPGs) and generate revenue through subscriptions or advertising.
Traditional software – Design and release standalone products for sale, from image editors to video games.
Contract work – Deliver specific components for other companies under tight deadlines to earn reliable income.
As your company grows, so do the challenges. You’ll have to:
Recruit and train employees with different specialties.
Maintain product quality while dealing with bugs and technical debt.
Manage team morale, burnout, and workplace needs.
Respond to market trends and cybersecurity threats.
The better your setup, the more efficient your team. Buy and upgrade computers, chairs, and desks. Customize your workspace with stylish decor to boost productivity or simply impress your investors. You can rent or buy bigger offices, moving from tiny startup spaces to multi-floor buildings as your empire grows.
Whether you're a micromanager who loves optimizing production pipelines, or a chill player who enjoys growing a cozy business at your own pace, Software CEO offers a strategic yet relaxing sandbox to build your digital empire.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows® 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel® Pentium® G3250 (dual-core) / AMD® FX-Series™ FX-8350 (quad-core)
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 650 (1 GB) / AMD® Radeon™ HD 7770 (1 GB)
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows® 10 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i7-6700 (quad-core) / AMD® Ryzen™ 5 3400G (quad-core)
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 760 (2 GB) / AMD® Radeon™ RX 550 (4 GB)
- DirectX: Version 12
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Update 0.4.2
FeaturesReworked the feature selection system for online servicesFeatures are now selected from a list of available optionsEach feature provides unique bonusesCombining features can unlock set bonusesGameplay & SystemsImproved overall game performanceSmoother experience, especially in larger and more advanced companiesMinor balance adjustments and quality-of-life improvementsMultiple bug fixes and stability improvementsThank you for playing, and feel free to share your feedback.Read full article on Community Announcements (David Deltacraft Games)Patch NotesOfficial
Update 0.4.1
This update introduces several core gameplay systems and improvements.New FeaturesAdded an employee needs system: employees now need to eat, use the bathroom, and take breaks for entertainment.Implemented bank loans, allowing the player to borrow money and repay it over time.Added a new Finance view, including financial graphs and a detailed balance sheet.Introduced notifications to inform the player of important events.Added in-game events, such as viral online content or cyberattacks, affecting the company.Gameplay & SystemsDecorative objects can now apply area modifiers impacting employees working within their zone.Reworked the requirement system:Requirements no longer impact component tiers.They now grant bonuses directly to employees instead.Thank you for playing, and feel free to share your feedback.Read full article on Community Announcements (David Deltacraft Games)Patch NotesOfficial
Release Note 0.4.0
Software CEO – Demo Update v0.4.0NewAdded the bug system: projects can now accumulate bugs depending on the quality of the components used during development.Introduced the new QA Tester role:QA employees can find bugs within projects.Once detected, bugs can be fixed by spending the appropriate components.Be careful — fixing a bug can sometimes create a new one!Changes & FixesGeneral balance adjustments.Various minor fixes and improvements.Read full article on Community Announcements (David Deltacraft Games)Patch NotesOfficial
Release Note 0.3.1
Software CEO – Demo Update v0.3.1NewAdded component quality: components now have quality levels that will play a key role in future updates, including the upcoming QA Tester role and bug system.Introduced employee modifiers: productivity and work speed now vary based on each employee’s skills and seniority.Reworked the tier requirements system: employees now make personal requests instead of facing restrictions. Fulfilling these requests grants speed bonuses rather than penalties.Added object modifiers: certain objects now provide productivity or speed bonuses.Changes & FixesAdjusted various balance values.Fixed multiple minor bugs and improved stability.Read full article on Community Announcements (David Deltacraft Games)Patch NotesOfficial
Release Note 0.3.0
Software CEO – Demo Update v0.3.0NewAdded the CEO management menu:Set your daily salary and lifestyle level.Make long-term investments and check your global wealth ranking.Added the Company management menu:View key company statistics and global rankings for your company and its projects.Enable employee benefits such as retirement contributions and health insurance support.Introduced project shares management: you can now buy or sell shares of each project to increase your ownership or earn extra cash.Gameplay ImprovementsAdded drag & drop server installation: newly purchased servers can now be directly placed into racks for automatic setup.Added auto-placement for identical items in the inventory.Added chain buying and placement from the store for faster object setup.Bug Fixes & BalanceFixed an issue that sometimes prevented the inventory window from closing.Adjusted overall game balance.Various minor fixes and performance improvements.Read full article on Community Announcements (David Deltacraft Games)
