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''[[Taipan!]]'' is an [[The Eighties|1982]] computer game, built for [[TRS-80]]. It is based on the James Clavel novel of the same name, itself part of the [[Asian Saga]]. The player takes the role of a "taipan"(merchant-prince) and trades all about the Indian ocean in four commodities: Opium, Arms, Silk, and General cargo. Variance in price makes it possible to buy low and sell high. There is also the risk of being attacked by pirates(though players with enough firepower might prefer piracy for the sake of the [[Plunder]] making you wonder who actually is the pirate. Other hazards include being mugged, having your opium confiscated by the authorities, and running a-foul of Li Yuan [[The Don|the local crime boss]]. There is no definite end; play continues as long as the player wants. As with other [[An Entrepreneur Is You]] games, the most interesting part is toward the beginning when you are just getting your business started.
Those who wish to play again "for the memories" can find it online for free
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* [[The Don]]: Li Yuen, head of the pirates and extortionists in [[Hong Kong]]. "Donate" money to his operations and his hired hands may assist you in naval battles. Refuse him and the guy will sent pirate ships after you. A regular eextortion racket.
* [[An Entrepreneur Is You]]: Your goal is to set up a successful trade operation.
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* [[Spiritual Successor]]: ''[[Tradewinds]]''
* [[Turn-Based Strategy]]: It is part of the genre.
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