Tulip Bubble

In 1637, the tulip mania created one of the earliest speculative investment bubbles. Desired tulip varieties drove prices through the roof, with bulbs costing more than Amsterdam houses. Suddenly, the bubble burst when investors couldn't afford even the cheapest bulbs, causing economic chaos. In the Tulip Bubble game, players trade on a changing market to earn the most guilders. The gameplay has a prep phase, a buying phase, and a selling phase, repeating until the bubble pops or someone smartly buys a black tulip for 120 guilders before the collapse.

To play the Tulip Bubble game, first start with the preparation phase where you get familiar with the game setup. Then, enter the buying phase. Look for good opportunities to buy tulip bulbs on the fluctuating market. Keep an eye on the prices and the availability of different tulip varieties. During the selling phase, try to sell your bulbs at a high price to earn as many guilders as possible. These phases will keep repeating. The goal is to either avoid the bubble collapse or be smart enough to buy the black tulip for 120 guilders before it happens. Be careful not to get caught when the bubble bursts. There's no special maintenance needed for this game, just keep your strategy sharp and enjoy the trading fun!