Jones in the Fast Lane Overview
Jones in the Fast Lane is a turn based life simulation framed as a strategic board game. Players set personal targets for Money, Happiness, Education, and Career at the start, with more ambitious objectives extending the play session.
The playing field is a city map where each turn equates to a week. Every action, from moving to a new location to working or studying, consumes a limited pool of time. Securing income involves visiting an employment center, though initial options are low wage roles like cook or janitor due to a lack of credentials. Advancing to better positions requires investing time in university courses, and some careers mandate purchasing costly attire.
Earned funds manage various needs and risks. Regular meals are necessary to avoid time penalties from hunger. Money can be spent on household items, lottery tickets, or saved in a bank for security against theft. There is also a stock market for investment. A consistent rent payment is required for housing, with non payment leading to wage garnishment, but sufficient wealth allows an upgrade to a luxury apartment.
The game supports solo play or competition against other humans or a computer opponent named Jones. The overall structure is challenging, balancing time, resources, and personal goals across a simulated lifetime.
