Gust adds a bit of business sim to its alchemy-based RPG series in
Atelier Annie: Alchemist of Sera Island. Players take on the role of
Annie, a lazy young girl whose grandfather ships her off to Sera Island,
where alchemists from around the world have trekked to compete in a
resort development contest. Annie's slothful ways and lack of alchemy
skills leave her unmotivated, until she discovers that the person who
contributes the most to the resort gets to marry the wealthy Prince of
Orde. The goal for gamers is to hone their skills to the point that they
can win yearly alchemy contests, and then spend their winnings to hire a
manager for the