The look, sound design and controls play together really well and create an immersive experience. It's enough to have some fun for a while, trying to find your own objectives.
It could have a bit more going for it gameplay-wise though. I think even simple goals like "make X win" or "make X & Y fight each other in the finale" would make a world of a difference. Or some kind of a system in which players bribe you to get out of a tight spot. I wonder how it would play, with the foundations as solid as they are.