Economic games are about generating income in some way and trying to be the player with the best finances at the end of the game. Economic games usually include some form of market system, which could be straight-up stock trading but could also include trading between players or buying and selling from a central market. Economic games encourage players to manage a system of production, distribution, trade, and/or consumption of goods. The games usually simulate a market in some way.

Power Grid is a game with network building and a fluctuating commodities market. The objective of Power Grid is to supply the most cities with power when someone's network gains a predetermined size. In this game, players mark pre-existing routes between cities for connection, and then bid against each other to purchase the power plants that they use to power their cities. However, as plants are purchased, newer, more efficient plants become available, so by merely purchasing, you're potentially allowing others access to superior equipment. Additionally, players must acquire the raw materials (coal, oil, garbage, and uranium) needed to power said plants, making it a constant struggle to upgrade your plants for maximum efficiency while still retaining enough wealth to quickly expand your network to get the cheapest routes.

This is like a mathematical min-max simulation and by all accounts should be extremely boring! Somehow, the interactivity at the market phase with the strategic planning at the route planning stage makes this a very fun and enjoyable game even for those who dislike math! Try it and see it for yourself, Power Grid is another one of the evergreen modern classic games that is well loved by many!