- #1 Crisis in the Kremlin
97% matchVery Positive84% of 1,455 reviews2017
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Don’t let the Soviet Union collapse, and fall in the darkness of history or lead the Union by a new path – democracy and free market! But before you decide something, think – wouldn’t it cause more harm than good?
Why similar: Political Sim 37% ★, Cold War 11.4% ★, Politics 10% ★, Political 7% ★, Grand Strategy 6.2% ★
Why You'll Like It: This game shares the exact same DNA as the seed, focusing on managing the internal political factions of a communist state during the Cold War.
- #2 Ostalgie: The Berlin Wall
96% matchVery Positive93% of 727 reviews2018
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The confrontation between the East and the West is coming to an end, but not between East and West Germany. The old party leaders are still sitting in their offices, not changing anything and waiting for exclamations from Moscow. But their end is close – Gorbachev and Kohl have already decided...
Why similar: Political Sim 16.2% ★, Cold War 15.9% ★, Politics 13.5% ★, Political 11.2% ★, Grand Strategy 6.6% ★
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this title offers a similar blend of historical political management and Cold War-era decision-making.
- #3 Suzerain
96% matchVery Positive92% of 11,461 reviews2020
Dev: Torpor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Assume the role of President Anton Rayne and guide the nation of Sordland. Amidst brewing international conflicts, need for reform, deep-seated corruption, and economic recession, you must make the decisions in this political drama. How will you lead?
Why similar: Political Sim 26.6% ★, Politics 23.9% ★, Political 20.8% ★, Strategy RPG 10.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a deeply immersive narrative-driven political experience where every choice significantly impacts the stability and ideology of your nation.
- #4 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
95% matchVery Positive87% of 753 reviews2023
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at Work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%
A Giant Strategy Sandbox experience set in Warlord China. *Tons of playable factions! *Communist insurgents, * Boxers like rebels, *Greedy warlords, *Mongol riders, *A mad russian baron, *Shanghai gangsters, *And armored trains!
Why similar: Political Sim 19.8% ★, Politics 15.6% ★, Political 14.3% ★, Grand Strategy 13.9% ★, Diplomacy 9.8% ★
Why You'll Like It: This grand strategy game focuses specifically on the complex political landscape of 1920s China, making it a perfect thematic companion.
- #5 Terminal Conflict
94% matchMixed68% of 71 reviews2020
Dev: Strategy Mill
Windows · Mac · Linux
Touch the world with your fingertips! Your retro terminal awaits your command, for the balance of power, in this definitive Cold War strategy game. Here you belong; assert your leadership through turn based strategic tit-for-tat, on the brink of mutually assured destruction. Don't let it slip away!
Why similar: Cold War 23% ★, Political Sim 19.1% ★, Political 17.9% ★, Grand Strategy 13.2% ★, Politics 13.2% ★
Why You'll Like It: A highly detailed Cold War simulation that captures the tension of the era through a mix of grand strategy and political maneuvering.
- #6 Precipice
94% matchVery Positive80% of 323 reviews2019
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A game of diplomacy and war in the atomic age. Safeguard your closest allies and change unfavorable regimes without giving away your long-term ambitions. Every action risks an enemy reprisal, and if nobody backs down from a standoff, we all lose.
Why similar: Cold War 26.7% ★, Political Sim 26.2% ★, Politics 20.5% ★, Diplomacy 10.5% ★, Strategy 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on the delicate balance of power and diplomacy during the Cold War, mirroring the high-stakes management required in the seed game.
- #7 Sigma Theory: Global Cold War
93% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,381 reviews2019
Dev: Mi-Clos StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A Turn-based Strategy game in a futuristic global cold war from the award-winning creators of Out There. Recruit a squad of special agents and run your intel agency to secure the control of the singularity.
Why similar: Political Sim 27.8% ★, Politics 24.4% ★, Political 15% ★, Grand Strategy 13.4% ★, Management 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: It combines turn-based political strategy with espionage, capturing the clandestine nature of Cold War international relations.
- #8 Democracy 4
91% matchVery Positive82% of 6,322 reviews2022
Dev: Positech Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Democracy 4 lets you take the role of President / Prime minister, govern the country (choosing its policies, laws and other actions), and both transform the country as you see fit, while trying to retain enough popularity to get re-elected...
Why similar: Political Sim 23.2% ★, Politics 21.8% ★, Political 15.7% ★, Grand Strategy 10.7% ★, Diplomacy 9.2% ★
Why You'll Like It: While more systemic, it provides the most robust simulation of modern political policy-making and the pressures of maintaining public support.
- #9 Collapse: A Political Simulator
92% matchMixed65% of 190 reviews2021
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
is a grand strategy game that takes place in 1992-2004. You take lead of your own Party in the face of the total devastation of one of the fictional post-Soviet states in Europe. Try to realize your (or someone else's) political dreams in the shaky arena of this dilapidated situation.
Why similar: Political Sim 19.9% ★, Politics 17.1% ★, Political 14% ★, Grand Strategy 11.6% ★, CRPG 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A text-heavy, choice-driven simulator that focuses on the fragility of political systems and the consequences of radical policy shifts.
- #10 Arms Race - TCWE
91% matchMixed70% of 69 reviews2017
Dev: Alina Digital
Windows
Arms Race - TCWE is PC strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR
Why similar: Political Sim 29% ★, Cold War 23.1% ★, Political 14.8% ★, Grand Strategy 12.9% ★, Diplomacy 8.3% ★
Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive grand strategy game that focuses on the economic and political competition between superpowers during the Cold War.
- #11 Realpolitiks II
90% matchMixed46% of 667 reviews2021
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 14.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Lead your people to glory and write a new chapter of history in Realpolitiks II, a real-time grand strategy game where you lead any contemporary nation in an attempt to secure world dominance.
Why similar: Political Sim 27.4% ★, Grand Strategy 19.8% ★, Politics 19.5% ★, Political 14.1% ★, Strategy 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that tasks you with managing a modern nation's internal and external political challenges.
- #12 Secret Government
89% matchMixed53% of 299 reviews2021
Dev: GameTrekPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Global strategy game about secret societies. You’ll lead the Brotherhood - an organization that juggles the whole world. The key feature of the game is the manipulation of powers. Instead of giving direct orders, the Brotherhood provokes countries into doing what the Brothers want.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.5% ★, Politics 22.9% ★, Political 18.6% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 7%
Why You'll Like It: This game allows you to control a secret society influencing world governments, emphasizing the behind-the-scenes political manipulation present in the seed game.
- #13 Lawgivers
89% matchVery Positive82% of 415 reviews2020
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Lawgivers is a turn-based political simulation game. Run for elections with your own party and enter parliament to approve or abolish laws. Appoint the president and decide whether you want a democracy or just a fake one instead.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.1% ★, Politics 21.4% ★, Political 16.7% ★, Diplomacy 10.2% ★, Grand Strategy 9% ★
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the legislative process and the political maneuvering required to pass laws, offering a granular look at governance.
- #14 The Political Process
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,135 reviews2019
Dev: Verlumino Studios LLC
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Explore a dynamic world of politics in this turn-based, political simulator. Create a character, run for political office, write legislation, balance budgets, and more as you move up the political hierarchy.
Why similar: Political Sim 43.1% ★, Politics 26.2% ★, Political 21.3% ★, Simulation 4.3%, Strategy 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A deep simulation of the political system that allows for a realistic experience of campaigning and governing within a democracy.
- #15 Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War
86% matchVery Positive81% of 692 reviews2025
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 31.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Crisis in the Kremlin is a global real-time political strategy about the Socialist world in its final decade. Shape the fate of the world as you manage economy, foreign relations, and domestic policy. Engage with countries across the globe, using diplomacy or even proxy wars to expand your reach.
Why similar: Political Sim 19.3% ★, Cold War 18.9% ★, Politics 18% ★, Political 12.4% ★, Grand Strategy 10.8% ★
Why You'll Like It: This expansion-style title continues the focus on the internal collapse and management of the Soviet bloc.
- #16 For the People
87% matchMostly Positive73% of 803 reviews2020
Dev: Brezg StudioPub: 101XP
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 70%
For the People is a mix of a political management sim and a visual novel, putting players in the shoes of an idealistic young state official tasked with shaping the future of a communist factory town. Will the party provide for the people, or are the people just cogs in its machine?..
Why similar: Political Sim 37.2% ★, Political 27.2% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 11%, Management 9.3%, Strategy 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: You play as a newly appointed mayor in a dystopian state, balancing the needs of the party against the welfare of the citizens.
- #17 Socialism Simulator
85% matchVery Positive96% of 281 reviews2022
Dev: Sempiternal Rain
Windows
The civil war is over. To the rapturous cheers of the crowd, you and four of your companions take control of the country. The young socialist state proudly raises its flags, its eyes fixed on a distant, bright future.
Why similar: Political Sim 23.5% ★, Politics 20.5% ★, Cold War 20.5% ★, Political 16.6% ★, Diplomacy 11.3% ★
Why You'll Like It: A satirical yet mechanically relevant game that explores the challenges of maintaining a socialist state through difficult choices.
- #18 Evil Democracy: 1932
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 471 reviews2020
Dev: Hamsters Gaming
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
In the unique world of this political simulator, you travel to Europe, 1932-1935, to become the party leader in one of the following countries: Germany, France, or England. You have a real chance to become the winner of WWII even before it begins...
Why similar: Politics 35.1% ★, Political 23.6% ★, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 12.3%, Management 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the rise of political extremism during the interwar period, requiring careful management of party influence and public opinion.
- #19 Maestro's Cold War 2
84% matchVery Positive98% of 147 reviews2025
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Addictive yet chill. An immersive Cold War sandbox. Revive the Cold War in this classic strategy game—easy to pick up, yet challenging and deep, offering endless replayability.
Why similar: Political Sim 22% ★, Politics 18.8% ★, Cold War 18.7% ★, Political 15.3% ★, Grand Strategy 10.7% ★
Why You'll Like It: A strategy game that focuses on the global power struggle between the US and the USSR with a focus on historical accuracy.
- #20 Beholder
83% matchVery Positive92% of 30,635 reviews2016
Dev: Alawar Stargaze (Warm Lamp Games)Pub: Alawar
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
You’re a state-installed landlord in a totalitarian country. Place listening devices, steal and sneak into your tenants’ apartments. Use what you uncovered to report anyone capable of plotting against the state. You MUST! But WILL you?
Why similar: Political Sim 43.5% ★, Political 31.6% ★, Strategy 6.9%, Simulation 6.1%, Story Rich 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game captures the oppressive atmosphere of a totalitarian state, focusing on the moral dilemmas of serving a regime.
- #21 Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
81% matchVery Positive91% of 26,263 reviews2024
Dev: 3DivisionPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 72.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Build a soviet republic from an impoverished country into a rich industrial superpower in a city builder with intricate production chains and a fully simulated global economy. Manage the lives of your citizens from education to work and party loyalty to criminal activity.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 38.7% ★, Diplomacy 20.2% ★, Management 18.2%, Strategy 11.2%, Simulation 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: While a city-builder, it provides an unparalleled look at the economic management and logistical challenges of a planned socialist economy.
- #22 Realpolitiks
84% matchMixed62% of 1,241 reviews2017
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Become the leader of any contemporary country in this streamlined real-time grand strategy game. Use diplomacy, espionage, military and economic power to deal with other nations, while tackling issues such as terrorism, financial crises and medical epidemics, all in an effort to achieve global domination!
Why similar: Political Sim 28.7% ★, Politics 25.5% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, Strategy 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: The original entry in the series that provides a solid foundation for geopolitical strategy and international relations.
- #23 Orwell: Keeping an Eye On You
82% matchVery Positive90% of 15,473 reviews2016
Dev: Osmotic StudiosPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Big Brother has arrived - and it’s you. Investigate the lives of citizens to find those responsible for a series of terror attacks. Information from the internet, personal communications and private files are all accessible to you. But, be warned, the information you supply will have consequences.
Why similar: Political Sim 37.7% ★, Simulation 32%, Politics 16.7% ★, Political 9.3% ★, Story Rich 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: It explores the intersection of state surveillance and political control, providing a chilling look at how information shapes a nation.
- #24 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,251 reviews2014
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 50.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Real-Time Strategy/Wargame. From World War II through the Cold War and into the future, re-live or re-imagine the tensions and crises of our recent history! Guide your nation through the era of your choice in Campaigns, Scenarios, and Sandboxes, as you make every effort to become Supreme Ruler!
Why similar: Political Sim 26.7% ★, Grand Strategy 25.2% ★, Politics 19.6% ★, Cold War 18.2% ★, Strategy 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a massive geopolitical simulation that covers the entire Cold War period with deep strategic depth.
- #25 Age of History II
79% matchVery Positive90% of 49,710 reviews2018
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows
Median: 12.6 hrsMean: 62.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Age of History II is a grand strategy wargame that is simple to learn yet hard to master.Your objective is to use military tactics and cunning diplomacy to either unify the world, or conquer it.Will the world bleed out or bow before you? The choice is yours..
Why similar: Political Sim 21.5% ★, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Politics 14.8% ★, Political 13.7% ★, Diplomacy 8.8% ★
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that allows you to rewrite history through diplomacy, war, and political management.
- #26 Victoria 3
79% matchMostly Positive70% of 59,962 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 14.7 hrsMean: 118.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Paradox Development Studio invites you to build your ideal society in the tumult of the exciting and transformative 19th century. Balance the competing interests in your society and earn your place in the sun in Victoria 3, one of the most anticipated games in Paradox’s history.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.7% ★, Politics 19.7% ★, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Political 13.5% ★, Diplomacy 10.6% ★
Why You'll Like It: A complex grand strategy game that models the socio-political and economic evolution of nations over time.
- #27 Power & Revolution 2019 Edition
80% matchMixed59% of 1,246 reviews2019
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
The new evolution of Geopolitical Simulator 4, the hyperrealistic simulator of today's world! In Power & Revolution 2019 Edition, play as the Head of State and extend your influence around the globe. By playing as several countries, try to change the destiny of our planet with orchestrated actions.
Why similar: Political Sim 51.6% ★, Politics 25.8% ★, Strategy 9.6%, Simulation 8.8%, Management 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A highly detailed geopolitical simulator that lets you play as the head of state of any country in the world.
- #28 The Emperor and State
78% matchMixed57% of 328 reviews2024
Dev: 涂途Pub: Hawthorn Games
Windows
The Emperor and State is a turn-based strategy game that simulates the rule of an ancient feudal monarch. It involves the administration, policy adjustment, diplomatic checks and balances, national wars, as well as the emperor's self-cultivation, the cultivation of successors and so on.
Why similar: Politics 24.6% ★, Grand Strategy 18.4% ★, Diplomacy 13.9% ★, Strategy RPG 12.2%, Management 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that emphasizes the historical and political management of an empire, sharing the management focus of the seed game.
- #29 吾皇万岁
76% matchMostly Positive72% of 389 reviews2026
Dev: AI GAME STUDIO
Windows
You'll time-travel to a turbulent ancient Chinese dynasty as a young monarch. Ascend the throne amidst chaos and navigate among powerful officials, noble clans, and common scholars. Each vermilion note harbors danger. Your choice will shape history: Create a prosperous era or be a fallen king.
Why similar: Political 24.6% ★, Grand Strategy 20.8% ★, Diplomacy 15.7% ★, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Management 10.2%
- #30 Rogue State Revolution
78% matchMostly Positive76% of 535 reviews2021
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.Pub: Modern Wolf
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Greetings your Excellency. Time to rebuild, reform and prepare for new challenges in the People's Republic of Basenji. In this thrilling political strategy, you will appoint ministers and lead the country to success. Be careful — you may find yourself replaced in the next election.
Why similar: Political 29.4% ★, Grand Strategy 23.6% ★, Diplomacy 15.6% ★, Management 10%, Turn-Based Strategy 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A political management game where you must balance the needs of your people with the demands of international diplomacy.
- #31 US and THEM
81% matchMostly Negative35% of 112 reviews2014
Dev: Icehole GamesPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Lead the CIA or KGB in a turn-based global strategy. Influence nations, run covert ops, and win the Cold War without firing a shot.
Why similar: Cold War 28.4% ★, Political 15.1% ★, Politics 11.1% ★, Grand Strategy 10.3% ★, Political Sim 8.2% ★
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game that focuses on the ideological conflict between the two major Cold War powers.
- #32 Star Dynasties
77% matchMostly Positive72% of 499 reviews2021
Dev: Pawley GamesPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Take the reins of a feudal dynasty in a divided galaxy following the destruction of earth. Star Dynasties is a turn based, procedurally generated narrative of human drama and personal politics, mixed with a light empire management layer. Your choices. Your legacy.
Why similar: Politics 21.6% ★, Political 16.4% ★, Grand Strategy 15.1% ★, Diplomacy 11.8% ★, Strategy RPG 10.2%
- #33 KingSim
76% matchVery Positive84% of 210 reviews2020
Dev: Fuzzy Pixel Game Studio
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Become the King in a story-driven 8-bit style game, where choice matters. And try not to die instantly...
Why similar: Political Sim 23.4% ★, Political 15% ★, Strategy RPG 11.6%, CRPG 11.6%, Diplomacy 9.3% ★
- #34 AfterWar
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 143 reviews2023
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028
Why similar: Political Sim 23.7% ★, Politics 17.7% ★, Political 16.5% ★, Grand Strategy 16.1% ★, Diplomacy 11.8% ★
- #35 Power & Revolution
77% matchMixed56% of 1,295 reviews2016
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
In Power & Revolution, become a Head of State of one or several countries of your choice and extend your influence on the world, or play as a legal or illegal opposition leader and get ready for the conquest to power!
Why similar: Political Sim 40.3% ★, Politics 29.4% ★, Political 11.2% ★, Grand Strategy 8% ★, Strategy 5.8%
- #36 川建国同志想要连任/Comrade Trump's Re-election
73% matchVery Positive89% of 1,248 reviews2020
Dev: YEARSPub: 七彩绘色游戏
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
This game is for entertainment only. It does not represent any group or individual, nor does it represent or agree with any political views.A game simulating the re-election of Comrade Trump, let's write a hymn of loyalty.
Why similar: Political Sim 57.5% ★, Strategy RPG 19.9%, Strategy 10.2%, RPG 8.4%, 2D 2%
- #37 Democracy 3 Africa
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 411 reviews2016
Dev: Positech Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Democracy 3: Africa is the new standalone 're-imagining' of the hit political strategy game 'Democracy 3'. Set entirely in countries on the continent of Africa, D3:A puts you in charge of these countries and challenges you to stay in power whilst fixing each country's problems, improving the quality of life for your electorate, and...
Why similar: Political Sim 48.6% ★, Politics 35.9% ★, Simulation 6.9%, Strategy 6.7%, Indie 2%
- #38 Jey's Empire
74% matchVery Positive90% of 81 reviews2019
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at Work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Step into the shoes of J. Edgar Hoover and combat the Mafia, Communists, the Ku Klux Klan, the Black Panthers, the Weather Underground, and more as you shape history with your every move. Download now and become the ultimate mastermind in this thrilling management RPG!
Why similar: Political Sim 17.5% ★, Politics 15.8% ★, Cold War 14.8% ★, Political 13.8% ★, Grand Strategy 9.3% ★
- #39 The Shadow Government Simulator
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 110 reviews2022
Dev: Chupacabra Game StudiosPub: Games Incubator
Windows · Mac · Linux
A turn-based strategy game where you lead a secret society towards world domination. Investigate the influential and convert them to your faction via bribery, seduction and intimidation. Reshape society's power structures to fend off rival societies and the world's nations in your quest for power.
Why similar: Political Sim 25.9% ★, Politics 20.7% ★, Political 18.2% ★, Grand Strategy 16.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 7.6%
- #40 Half-Earth Socialism
72% matchVery Positive82% of 992 reviews2022
Dev: Francis TsengPub: Trust
Windows · Mac · Linux
Try your hand as a global planner of a future society. Play with a wide range of technologies and policies spanning different fields and ideologies. Will you lead the world to ecological utopia or planetary ruin?
Why similar: Political Sim 26.5% ★, Grand Strategy 17.4% ★, Politics 15% ★, Political 13.8% ★, Diplomacy 11% ★
- #41 Simulator of Ukraine 1991
71% matchVery Positive87% of 225 reviews2024
Dev: Almost Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
This game is a global strategy, which is primarily focused on Ukraine after leaving the Soviet occupation. Here you will be given control of Ukraine with the opportunity to change history and intervene in the events of that time.
Why similar: Political Sim 44.6% ★, Grand Strategy 28.7% ★, Strategy 12.1%, Simulation 7.1%, Nonlinear 4.9%
- #42 Lawgivers II
71% matchMixed70% of 674 reviews2023
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lawgivers II is a political sandbox game that features multiple electoral systems, approve/reject bills and govern a country. Start out your career from the very bottom, and perhaps one day, lead your nation to become the most influential in the world.
Why similar: Political Sim 26% ★, Politics 24.2% ★, Diplomacy 12.7% ★, Grand Strategy 11.6% ★, Management 7%
- #43 Geo-Political Simulator 2026 Edition
71% matchMixed51% of 252 reviews2025
Dev: Eversim
Windows
The latest expansion of the ultra-realistic world simulator, where you play as the head of state or the opposition! New Features: tourism simulator, party strategies with regime censures, personal wealth management, a European army, AI and robotics.
Why similar: Political Sim 29.7% ★, Grand Strategy 19.8% ★, Political 15.6% ★, Politics 13.9% ★, Simulation 7.6%
- #44 Fate of the World
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 448 reviews2011
Dev: Red RedemptionPub: Soothsayer Games
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Fate of the World is a dramatic global strategy game that puts all our futures in your hands. The game features a dramatic set of scenarios based on the latest science covering the next two centuries. You must manage a balancing act of protecting the Earth’s resources and climate versus the needs of an ever-growing world population, who...
Why similar: Political Sim 45.5% ★, Political 19.3% ★, Politics 18.2% ★, Strategy 7.9%, Simulation 6.8%
- #45 Sim Junta
74% matchMostly Negative33% of 68 reviews2015
Dev: Icehole GamesPub: Strategy First
Windows
Sim Junta – A game of dirty politics! You are the new dictator of Risuena, a small and poor country of the third world. You have just seized power after a bloody coup and your intentions are to stay in power as long as you can, to rip this country off, transfer the money to your secret Swiss bank account and of course, stay alive and...
Why similar: Political Sim 58.1% ★, Political 24% ★, Strategy 8.3%, Simulation 4.1%, Indie 3.1%
- #46 Imperator: Rome
70% matchMixed66% of 26,823 reviews2019
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.
Why similar: Political Sim 29% ★, Grand Strategy 28.2% ★, Political 14% ★, Strategy 9.2%, Politics 8.9% ★
- #47 Political Arena
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: Wayside Press
Windows · Mac
POLITICAL ARENA is a one-of-a-kind strategy/sim sandbox about American politics. Seek fame or infamy in a richly simulated political world, complete with high stakes legislative strategizing, backroom deals and the press. Customize and play as the politician of your dreams (or nightmares).
Why similar: Political 29.6% ★, Political Sim 24.2% ★, Strategy RPG 13%, Strategy 13%, RPG 10.4%
- #48 You are the Judge!
69% matchMostly Positive70% of 258 reviews2023
Dev: Steel Games
Windows
As a judge of the Kobardde court, solve complex cases inspired by actual events. Your decisions will directly affect people's (and perhaps yours) lives. You may have to make difficult decisions for your family, country, and life. What kind of judge will you be?
Why similar: Political Sim 29.2% ★, Political 19.7% ★, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Diplomacy 13.7% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.5%
- #49 Politics The Game
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,452 reviews2025
Dev: Simplicity Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Become a parliamentarian, create a powerful party, and lead it to victory in this humorous adventure game. Manage your popularity and dignity, use unique powers, and navigate a storyline inspired by current events.
Why similar: Politics 31.7% ★, Political Sim 20.8% ★, Political 19.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 7%, Strategy 5.6%
- #50 Mr. President
67% matchVery Positive80% of 105 reviews2026
Dev: Exia Labs
Windows · Mac
Can you face the challenges of the Oval Office? Find out in Mr. President, a sandbox simulation of the U.S. presidency. Pursue your legislative agenda. Compete with rivals Russia and China. Deal with crises from 9/11 to COVID-19; and direct the U.S. military against terror groups and rogue states.
Why similar: Political Sim 29% ★, Grand Strategy 19.1% ★, Political 15.4% ★, Diplomacy 13.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 6.6%
- #51 Stellar Monarch
70% matchVery Positive80% of 227 reviews2016
Dev: Silver Lemur Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Asymmetric space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. No micromanagement, grand scale, fast paced, audiences, assassins, imperial court, disloyal admirals.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Cold War 18% ★, Politics 16% ★, Political 14.9% ★, Diplomacy 11.4% ★
- #52 Beholder 2
67% matchVery Positive87% of 8,019 reviews2018
Dev: Alawar Stargaze (Warm Lamp Games)Pub: Alawar
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 19.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
You are an intern at the central ministry of a totalitarian state with your whole career ahead of you. Work your way up the ladder by scheming against employees, spying on your boss, and completing paperwork. Or do you turn against the state and expose corruption. The choice is still yours to make!
Why similar: Political Sim 31.9% ★, Politics 24.9% ★, Political 24.7% ★, Strategy 5.6%, Simulation 4.8%
- #53 Monarch : Medieval Remastered
66% matchVery Positive81% of 377 reviews2025
Dev: Mr.Lordy
Windows
In the medieval era, assume the role of a lord and engage with other lords，develop fiefdoms, and employ strategies involving intrigue, warfare, and plunder. Expand your territory and strengthen your house lineage Or, be a god, manipulate the world? This game primarily strategic role-playing elements
Why similar: Political Sim 24.8% ★, Grand Strategy 23% ★, Strategy RPG 13.3%, CRPG 11.2%, Management 9.7%
- #54 4th Generation Warfare
69% matchMixed56% of 163 reviews2022
Dev: Eversim
Windows
As the leader of a nation, dispatch and control your team of characters all around the world to destabilize your enemies and establish your supremacy. All methods are fair game: hacking, sabotage, political interference, military strikes, corruption, treachery, assassinations, data theft…
Why similar: Politics 20.3% ★, Political Sim 20.2% ★, Political 19.2% ★, Grand Strategy 14.9% ★, Diplomacy 13.5% ★
- #55 Rogue State
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 258 reviews2015
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Assume control of a Middle Eastern country recovering from a violent revolution. Forge alliances, grow your economy, invade your neighbors, or pacify your population. Rogue State is a geopolitical strategy game that will force you to always stay one step ahead of your rivals to survive.
Why similar: Political Sim 67.9% ★, Strategy 13.8%, Simulation 13%, Indie 5.3%
- #56 大明王朝1789 | Ming dynasty 1789
70% matchMixed46% of 508 reviews2020
Dev: Long Qi Software Technology
Windows
In 1789, the Ming Dynasty had survived for a hundred years. At this time, just before the Great Revolution, what will the Ming Dynasty look like under the influence of players?
Why similar: Political Sim 44.9% ★, Strategy 18.2%, RPG 15.4%, Simulation 14.7%, Indie 6.8%
- #57 The King's Dilemma: Chronicles
67% matchMostly Positive73% of 140 reviews2023
Dev: Big Trouble
Windows · Mac
Lead the King’s Council for generations as the consequences of your decisions decide the kingdom’s resources and political standing. Form alliances, solve dilemmas, and prepare for the final uprising that was foretold by an ancient prophecy
Why similar: Political Sim 29.4% ★, Politics 19.1% ★, Political 12.9% ★, Strategy RPG 12.3%, Nonlinear 8.8%
- #58 The Shadow Government Simulator: Prologue
67% matchVery Positive85% of 184 reviews2022
Dev: Chupacabra Game StudiosPub: Games Incubator
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Shadow Government Simulator: Prologue is just part of the amazing adventure that awaits you in the full version of the game. A turn-based strategy game where you lead a secret society towards world domination. Investigate the influential and convert them to your faction via bribery, seduction & more
Why similar: Political Sim 34% ★, Political 19% ★, Grand Strategy 15.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.5%, Strategy 6.1%
- #59 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition
68% matchMixed62% of 850 reviews2020
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
The new version of Geopolitical Simulator 4, the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Stop the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic and restart the economy, participate in the US elections or engage in lightning wars with new 2020 scenarios.
Why similar: Political Sim 34.5% ★, Grand Strategy 22.4% ★, Diplomacy 19.1% ★, Management 10.5%, Strategy 6.5%
