In Tropico 6, players start off with an island that they must build into a thriving nation. They'll use various industries to make money and use the tools at their disposal to increase the happiness of the island's population. To maintain control over the structure of their nation, they'll implement various edicts. Each era introduces new edicts that may require research before players can enact them.
The choices made at the very start of Tropico 6 can have a long-lasting effect, determining the future economy and strength of the nation. Players will have to be careful when deciding which edicts to enact and when to use them. While they may offer certain perks and benefits, some may also come with drawbacks that must be considered. However, there are several key edicts that players should enact as soon as they become available.
7 Tax Cut
When players are about to face a tough election, they need an ace in the hole. The Tax Cut edict, which becomes available during the Cold War era, can be just that. As the name implies, it reduces taxes for all citizens in the nation.
Ultimately this drives up the costs of running the nation, but it will guarantee players the election. It should, however, be used sparingly due to the high overhead costs of citizens not paying the full amount of their taxes.
6 Industrialization
Industrialization is an edict that becomes available during the World Wars era. Players will enjoy a decrease in the cost of all industrial buildings for two years while this edict is active. However, the starting cost to enact it is very high. Because of this, players must be in a position to take advantage of it once they enact it. Otherwise, it will be a significant waste of money.
This edict is ideal for those looking to change the course of their economy from agricultural-based to factory based. It will allow them to construct all the needed factories at a much-reduced cost. For this reason, many consider it to be one o the best edicts in Tropico 6.
5 Speedway
The Speedway edict becomes available in the Modern era and requires additional research to be enacted. It speeds up movement on the roadways, improving overall island transportation.
Increasing the speed of transportation will allow everyone to get around the island faster, decreasing travel times. This includes the players' construction crews, who will be able to get to their job sites more quickly, thus getting work done faster.
4 Wealth Tax
The Wealth Tax edict is made available during the World Wars era. It requires additional research to be enacted. Players will receive extra income through a tax on wealthy citizens. This edict will have a negative impact on communist approval. If players decide to enact Wealth Tax, they must also enact an edict that will positively affect this specific faction.
To appease the communists, players can enact the Free Housing edict that was made available in the Colonial era. This edict also requires additional research to enact. It will make all housing free, enabling anyone to live anywhere. The problem with this is that it can be expensive, but players will make a significant amount of money off the Wealth Tax edict, so it will be negligible in the end.
3 Policy Of Detente
During the Modern era, the Policy of Detente becomes available. It requires additional research to be enacted. Players who use this edict have a 50% chance of getting a rebel to return to society after losing their role. This edict will cause a loss of support among traditionalists. It is essential when rebellion risks are high.
Later in the game, with all the faction activity, players will face situations like this more often. Because of this, having the Policy of Detente handy will be necessary to help quell rebellions before they can start, keeping the peace in the nation.
2 Employee Of The Month
Available in the Colonial era, Employee of the Month requires additional research to be enacted. While it is active, any workers in the mines and industrial sector will take on double shifts. The result is a massive increase in productivity.
Having this edict active will allow players to stockpile valuable resources from the factories and mines. It has a relatively low base cost of only $350, so players should take advantage of it as soon as possible.
1 Agricultural Subsidies
The Agricultural Subsidies edict becomes available in the World Wars era and does not require any additional research. Productivity and upkeep of all farm buildings are increased with this edict. While the satisfaction of the capitalists is increased, the approval of the communists is decreased.
This edict is especially useful for players moving from the Colonial era to the World Wars era with a significant number of plantations. By boosting their productivity, they'll get a massive boost to their economy, making it worth the decrease in support from the communists.
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