- #1 Democracy 4
97% matchVery Positive82% of 6,385 reviews2022
Dev: Positech Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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 69.6% ★, Economy 7.3%, Simulation 7.2%, Strategy 6.5%, Management 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: This is the direct, modernized sequel to the seed game, offering refined mechanics and updated political scenarios.
- #2 Democracy 3 Africa
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 411 reviews2016
Dev: Positech Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 52.6% ★, Politics 36.9% ★, Simulation 5.6%, Strategy 4.2%, Indie 0.7%
Why You'll Like It: A standalone expansion that applies the core Democracy mechanics to the unique political and economic challenges of African nations.
- #3 The Political Process
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,151 reviews2019
Dev: Verlumino Studios LLC
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 16.6 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 51% ★, Politics 29.5% ★, Political 10.3% ★, Simulation 3.9%, Strategy 2.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a deep, realistic simulation of the American political system, focusing on elections and legislative processes.
- #4 Suzerain
95% matchVery Positive92% of 11,790 reviews2020
Dev: Torpor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 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 93% ★, Simulation 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%, 2D 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven political simulation where you make difficult policy decisions as the president of a country on the brink of crisis.
- #5 Lawgivers
94% matchVery Positive82% of 415 reviews2020
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
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 38% ★, Politics 32.1% ★, Political 10.8% ★, Turn-Based 5.5%, Simulation 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based political strategy game focused on the legislative process and party management.
- #6 Lawgivers II
93% matchMostly Positive70% of 698 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 72.8% ★, Simulation 6.9%, Strategy 5.5%, Management 4.9%, Sandbox 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox political simulation that allows you to manage a political party and navigate the complexities of passing legislation.
- #7 Victoria 3
92% matchMostly Positive70% of 60,895 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 14.7 hrsMean: 120.1 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 66.5% ★, Economy 8.2%, Simulation 5.9%, Strategy 5.9%, Moddable 4.4% ★
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game with an incredibly deep economic and political system that mirrors the complexities of 19th-century governance.
- #8 Victoria II
91% matchVery Positive92% of 20,003 reviews2010
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 49.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Carefully guide your nation from the era of absolute monarchies in the early 19th century, through expansion and colonization, to finally become a truly great power by the dawn of the 20th century. Victoria II is a grand strategy game played during the colonial era of the 19th century, where the player takes control of a country, guiding...
Why similar: Political Sim 70.6% ★, Strategy 8.7%, Economy 7.2%, Simulation 6.2%, Moddable 2.5% ★
Why You'll Like It: A classic grand strategy title known for its intricate political and economic simulation mechanics.
- #9 Realpolitiks II
91% matchMixed46% of 668 reviews2021
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 43.1% ★, Politics 29.2% ★, Political 9.1% ★, Simulation 9%, Strategy 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A modern geopolitical strategy game where you manage a nation's internal and external affairs in a contemporary setting.
- #10 Plutocracy
89% matchVery Positive80% of 1,371 reviews2019
Dev: Redwood
Windows · Mac · Linux
The business simulator Plutocracy gives you the chance to become wealthy and powerful to take control over the world. Where policy, laws, officials and people are only the chess pieces how do you play your game?
Why similar: Political Sim 38.2% ★, Politics 30.7% ★, Political 11.8% ★, Simulation 4.6%, Economy 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the economic and political influence of the elite, allowing you to shape a nation from behind the scenes.
- #11 Citystate II
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,139 reviews2021
Dev: Andy Sztark
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Create your own Nation, build cities and bring prosperity to your people. Citystate II is a unique city-builder featuring realistic economics and complex political options. Slums or skyscrapers, experiment and bring about your vision of the ideal society.
Why similar: Political Sim 39.7% ★, Politics 27.8% ★, Political 10.4% ★, Economy 6.3%, Simulation 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A city-builder that places a heavy emphasis on economic policy, taxation, and political ideology.
- #12 Masters of the World - Geopolitical Simulator 3
90% matchMixed46% of 612 reviews2014
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
Discover the industry standard for geopolitical simulation of today’s world!In Masters of the World, the third incarnation of Geopolitical Simulator, play as the head of state of one or more countries and expand your influence across the globe.
Why similar: Political Sim 54.5% ★, Politics 28.2% ★, Political 7.9% ★, Simulation 5.6%, Strategy 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive simulation that challenges you to manage the economy, laws, and social issues of a real-world country.
- #13 Tropico 6
88% matchVery Positive88% of 29,404 reviews2019
Dev: Limbic EntertainmentPub: Kalypso Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 27.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
El Presidente is back! Prove yourself once again as a feared dictator or peace-loving statesman on the island state of Tropico and shape the fate of your very own banana republic through four distinctive eras.
Why similar: Political Sim 60.3% ★, Simulation 10.3%, Strategy 10.1%, Economy 9.2%, Management 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines city-building with political management, forcing you to balance the needs of various factions while maintaining your power.
- #14 Power & Revolution 2023 Edition
87% matchMixed58% of 643 reviews2023
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
The latest edition of the ultrarealistic world simulator where you play as the Head of State or as the opposition! New Additions: dive deeper into the war in the Ukraine with artillery, trenches, mines, troop morale, etc; detailed immigration management; the justice system; and children.
Why similar: Political Sim 48.4% ★, Politics 37.9% ★, Economy 5%, Strategy 3%, Simulation 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: An extremely detailed geopolitical simulator that lets you manage almost every aspect of a modern nation-state.
- #15 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 47.9% ★, Political 13.8% ★, Simulation 13.3%, Strategy 10.6%, Turn-Based 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A historical political strategy game where you manage a party during the turbulent political landscape of the 1930s.
- #16 Political Animals
86% matchMixed69% of 193 reviews2016
Dev: Squeaky WheelPub: Positech Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Political Animals is an election campaign simulation game set within a world populated by corrupt crocodiles and meritocratic mice. In a political contest where corruption is always around the corner, can you win without getting your paws dirty?
Why similar: Political Sim 70.3% ★, Turn-Based 8.6%, Simulation 7.5%, Strategy 5.9%, Management 3%
Why You'll Like It: A charming but strategic election simulation that focuses on the cutthroat nature of political campaigning.
- #17 Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
81% matchVery Positive91% of 27,069 reviews2024
Dev: 3DivisionPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 71.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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: Simulation 23.7%, Economy 20.9%, Strategy 19.6%, Management 13.9%, Moddable 11.9% ★
Why You'll Like It: A deep economic and political management game that requires careful planning of a centrally-planned economy.
- #18 Crisis in the Kremlin
84% matchVery Positive84% of 1,463 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 86.5% ★, Strategy 7.9%, Simulation 2.9%, Management 1.6%, Indie 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: A political simulation that tasks you with managing the USSR during its final years, balancing various political factions.
- #19 Urban Empire
85% matchMostly Negative34% of 2,463 reviews2017
Dev: Reborn GamesPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Urban Empire is a ‘City Ruler’, pioneering a new breed of strategy game that combines city builder features with political scheming and adds profound social and historical events into the mix, creating a whole new gameplay experience.
Why similar: Political Sim 40.1% ★, Politics 38.4% ★, Simulation 6.3%, Strategy 5.8%, Economy 4%
Why You'll Like It: A unique blend of city-building and political management where you must navigate the city council to pass laws.
- #20 Democracy 2
84% matchMixed54% of 112 reviews2012
Dev: Positech Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%
On Tuesday, November 6th Americans will vote to shape the future of their country. Why wait? Start shaping your country's future now in Democracy 2.
Why similar: Political Sim 61.3% ★, Politics 26.6% ★, Simulation 6.4%, Strategy 4.7%, Indie 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: The predecessor to the seed game, offering a nostalgic look at the origins of the series' core mechanics.
- #21 For the People
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 815 reviews2020
Dev: Brezg StudioPub: 101XP
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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 80.1% ★, Simulation 7%, Strategy 6.4%, Management 5%, Singleplayer 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: A political decision-making game set in a dystopian state where your choices directly impact the lives of citizens.
- #22 Beholder
81% matchVery Positive92% of 31,023 reviews2016
Dev: Alawar Stargaze (Warm Lamp Games)Pub: Alawar
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 14.0 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 81.3% ★, Simulation 8.6%, Strategy 7.4%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 1%
Why You'll Like It: A dystopian management game where you act as a state-appointed landlord, balancing political loyalty with moral choices.
- #23 Government Simulator
83% matchMixed47% of 190 reviews2017
Dev: Ambiera
Windows
Government Simulator is a is a simple economic and political simulation game based on real-world data. Take control of a whole country, like the USA, Germany, France, Russia, or Austria. Change laws, taxes and budgets based on real world statistics and data, and see what happens.
Why similar: Political Sim 56.9% ★, Politics 24.4% ★, Simulation 5.2%, Turn-Based 4%, Strategy 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward simulation that focuses on the core tasks of managing a national budget and public policy.
- #24 Realpolitiks
82% matchMixed62% of 1,243 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 48.2% ★, Politics 40.2% ★, Strategy 8.7%, Simulation 2.7%, Indie 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: The first entry in the series, offering a solid foundation for modern geopolitical strategy and international diplomacy.
- #25 Papers, Please
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 80,270 reviews2013
Dev: Lucas PopePub: 3909
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Congratulations. The October labor lottery is complete. Your name was pulled. For immediate placement, report to the Ministry of Admission at Grestin Border Checkpoint. An apartment will be provided for you and your family in East Grestin. Expect a Class-8 dwelling.
Why similar: Simulation 56.9%, Indie 16.1%, Strategy 14.5%, Singleplayer 5.5%, Difficult 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A bureaucratic simulation that highlights the political and human cost of working within a strict, authoritarian system.
- #26 Yes, Your Grace
79% matchVery Positive87% of 14,150 reviews2020
Dev: Brave At NightPub: No More Robots
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
These are troubling times, Your Grace. The petitioners’ petty matters exceed our limited resources, to say nothing of the war. A careful balance must be struck. Your throne awaits.
Why similar: Turn-Based 39.1%, Simulation 20%, Strategy 17.2%, Management 15.1%, Indie 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A kingdom management game that focuses on the political and personal dilemmas of a ruler trying to keep their people happy.
- #27 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
80% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,252 reviews2014
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 51.1 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 76% ★, Simulation 9.8%, Strategy 8.5%, Sandbox 5%, Singleplayer 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that provides a massive scale for managing the military, economic, and political aspects of a nation.
- #28 Not Tonight
78% matchVery Positive82% of 2,785 reviews2018
Dev: PanicBarnPub: No More Robots
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Person of European Heritage #112: Welcome to Relocation Block B, your new home. Your designated role is 'Bouncer'. Work hard, stay out of trouble, and we might let you stay in the UK.
Why similar: Simulation 84.1%, Indie 5.6%, Difficult 5.1%, Singleplayer 3.2%, 2D 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A socio-political management game that explores the consequences of political shifts on the lives of ordinary citizens.
- #29 SuperPower 2 Steam Edition
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,858 reviews2014
Dev: GolemLabsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 87.1 hrs≥1hr: 65%
SuperPower 2 is the only global geopolitical simulation game which allows players to control entire countries. Players control countries in 3 major areas: political, economic and military, but this time, in a beautiful real-time 3D environment.
Why similar: Political Sim 55.5% ★, Politics 31.3% ★, Simulation 5.2%, Strategy 4.8%, Economy 2.4%
- #30 Game Dev Tycoon
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 45,066 reviews2013
Dev: Greenheart Games 💚
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.0 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
In Game Dev Tycoon you replay the history of the gaming industry by starting your own video game development company in the 80s. Create best selling games. Research new technologies and invent new game types. Become the leader of the market and gain worldwide fans.
Why similar: Simulation 34.2%, Management 24.4%, Strategy 13.4%, Economy 12.2%, Moddable 5.3% ★
- #31 Big Pharma
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,939 reviews2015
Dev: Twice CircledPub: Positech Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
What if you had it in your power to rid the world of disease, to improve the lives of millions, to ease suffering and cure the sick… and earn a tidy profit? As the head of your own Pharmaceutical Conglomerate you have this power resting in your hands. Will you use it for good?
Why similar: Simulation 24.4%, Management 18.7%, Economy 16.8%, Strategy 15.9%, Moddable 10.5% ★
- #32 Citystate
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 813 reviews2018
Dev: Andy Sztark
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Create a 21st century micro-nation and experiment with economic and political ideals. Futuristic skyscrapers or spreading slums, the Nation relies on your economic and city planning skills.
Why similar: Political Sim 65.2% ★, Simulation 10.8%, Strategy 8%, Economy 6.8%, Management 3.7%
- #33 Tropico 3
75% matchVery Positive89% of 1,943 reviews2009
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Become the dictator of a remote island during the Cold War. Charm, persuade, intimidate, oppress, or cheat your people to stay in power! Are you a kind and generous leader? A corrupt and ruthless tyrant ruling with an iron fist?
Why similar: Politics 44.7% ★, Political Sim 19.9% ★, Simulation 13.3%, Strategy 9.4%, Management 5%
- #34 Power & Revolution
76% matchMixed56% of 1,297 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 48.8% ★, Politics 33.8% ★, Political 5.5% ★, Simulation 4.8%, Strategy 4%
- #35 Evil Bank Manager
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,766 reviews2018
Dev: Hamsters Gaming
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
What could be better than having a million dollars, a billion? This will not make you all powerful in the world, your goal will not only be to make lots of money, but to print money and become a Federal reserve system
Why similar: Economy 21.7%, Turn-Based 20.6%, Simulation 19.2%, Strategy 18.7%, Management 12.9%
- #36 Power & Revolution 2019 Edition
74% matchMixed59% of 1,248 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 56.5% ★, Politics 26.9% ★, Simulation 7.3%, Strategy 6%, Economy 2.1%
- #37 Turkish Throne
69% matchVery Positive92% of 374 reviews2025
Dev: Kurultaic
Windows
Lead your political party in a fierce competition to seize power against major rivals. Invest strategically, secure votes, and navigate crucial decisions to claim the presidential seat. Will you shape the destiny of Turkish politics?
Why similar: Political Sim 43% ★, Politics 27% ★, Political 10.1% ★, Simulation 9%, Strategy 4.6%
- #38 Game Corp DX
73% matchVery Positive88% of 3,083 reviews2015
Dev: Endless Loop Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Manage your Game Studio, earn big bucks, impress the critics, beat rival studios and clean up at the awards!
Why similar: Simulation 28%, Management 24.9%, Economy 24.6%, Strategy 10.5%, Sandbox 4.8%
- #39 Tropico 4
72% matchVery Positive92% of 12,733 reviews2011
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
The world is changing and Tropico is moving with the times - geographical powers rise and fall and the world market is dominated by new players with new demands and offers - and you, as El Presidente, face a whole new set of challenges.
Why similar: Simulation 28.6%, Strategy 22.3%, Management 15%, Political Sim 13.5% ★, Economy 10.3%
- #40 Long Live The Queen
71% matchVery Positive95% of 7,162 reviews2013
Dev: Hanako Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rule the world or die trying!Being a Princess is not an easy job. Being a Queen is even harder. Especially when you're only fourteen years old, and the reason you've inherited the throne is that your royal mother has just met an untimely end.Now power is up for grabs.
Why similar: Political Sim 86.8% ★, Simulation 6%, Strategy 4%, Difficult 1.7%, Indie 1%
- #41 QSVT: ¡Que se vayan todos!
68% matchVery Positive88% of 74 reviews2025
Dev: Sendero tecnológico
Windows
Estrategia política, decisiones polémicas y humor satírico. Conducí una fuerza política, peleá elecciones y decidí el destino de la Argentina. Que se vayan todos, esta vez te toca gobernar a vos.
Why similar: Political Sim 48.1% ★, Politics 37% ★, Strategy 5.6%, Simulation 5.1%, Economy 2.3%
- #42 Vox Populi: Poland 2023
70% matchVery Positive88% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: Velsin
Windows
Play as an existing or fully customisable political figure, and campaign for or many alternative Polish elections!! In "Vox Populi: Poland 2023", you and the characters around you must promote your ideas and your popularity throughout the country to claim victory!
Why similar: Political Sim 44.7% ★, Politics 43.1% ★, Strategy 4.6%, Simulation 3.9%, Management 2%
- #43 Democratic Socialism Simulator
71% matchVery Positive92% of 204 reviews2020
Dev: Molleindustria
Windows · Mac · Linux
Pave the road to a post-capitalist society!
Why similar: Political Sim 61.7% ★, Political 21.9% ★, Simulation 13%, Indie 2.8%, Casual 0.6%
- #44 I Am Your President
70% matchMixed67% of 282 reviews2023
Dev: President
Windows
Play as a fictional US president in this satirical narrative strategy! Lead Democrats or Republicans to make America great again. Again.
Why similar: Political Sim 48.5% ★, Strategy 18.9%, Management 13%, Sandbox 8.3%, Indie 5.2%
- #45 Vox Populi: Brazil 2022
69% matchVery Positive94% of 98 reviews2024
Dev: Velsin
Windows
Play as an existing or fully customized political figure, and campaign for many alternative Brazilian elections! In "Vox Populi: Brazil 2022", you and the characters around you must promote your ideas and your popularity throughout the country to claim victory!
Why similar: Politics 45.2% ★, Political Sim 44.3% ★, Strategy 4.8%, Management 2.5%, Simulation 2%
- #46 Mr. President
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 157 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 67.7% ★, Political 14.7% ★, Simulation 8.7%, Strategy 6.8%, Turn-Based Strategy 1.4%
- #47 Prison Architect
70% matchVery Positive89% of 73,696 reviews2015
Dev: Introversion SoftwarePub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 30.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Only the world’s most ruthless Warden can contain the world’s most ruthless inmates. Design and develop your personalized penitentiary in Prison Architect.
Why similar: Simulation 24%, Strategy 16.9%, Management 13.9%, Economy 13.4%, Sandbox 12.5%
- #48 Rulers of Nations
73% matchMixed50% of 179 reviews2014
Dev: Eversim
Windows
Will you become the greatest Head of State ?Play one of the powerful rulers of a nation! . Slip into the shoes of the President of the U.S., or the leader of China, Russia, United Kingdom, or other countries. Expand your influence on the world stage.
Why similar: Political Sim 90.2% ★, Strategy 7%, Simulation 2.8%
- #49 Political Arena
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 74 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 Sim 45.9% ★, Political 22.9% ★, Strategy 14.1%, Simulation 12%, Sandbox 4.5%
- #50 Sim Junta
73% 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 75.1% ★, Political 12.6% ★, Strategy 6.2%, Simulation 4%, Indie 1.4%
- #51 Federal Reserve Simulator
66% matchVery Positive97% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: Billmeade Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
Can you beat inflation without crashing the economy? Run the Federal Reserve through real crises, political pressure, AI bubbles, and market panic. Set rates, deploy QE, manage expectations, and engineer the perfect soft landing. Featured on Marketplace with Kai Ryssdal.
Why similar: Political Sim 68.5% ★, Economy 8.8%, Simulation 6%, Management 4.4%, Strategy 4.4%
- #52 Rogue State
71% 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 74.8% ★, Simulation 10.8%, Strategy 8.8%, Economy 3.6%, Indie 2%
- #53 Tropico 5
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 14,408 reviews2014
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Return to the remote island nation of Tropico and expand your Dynasty’s reign from the early colonial period to beyond the 21st Century, facing new challenges including advanced trading mechanics, technology and scientific research, as well as cooperative and competitive MULTIPLAYER.
Why similar: Strategy 28%, Simulation 27.4%, Economy 13.3%, Political Sim 13.1% ★, Sandbox 10%
- #54 Academia : School Simulator
67% matchVery Positive86% of 3,073 reviews2021
Dev: Squeaky Wheel Studio IncPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Design, build, and manage a high school with terrific teachers and fantastic facilities or simply let your students poop in the bushes? Academia : School Simulator is a management/tycoon game where you get to decide!
Why similar: Simulation 19.5%, Economy 19.4%, Management 15.1%, Strategy 14.1%, Moddable 12% ★
- #55 Mad Games Tycoon
67% matchVery Positive91% of 4,423 reviews2016
Dev: Eggcode
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Form your own game studio set in the early 1980s in a small garage. Develop your own game ideas, create a team and develop megahit video games. Research new technologies, train your staff and upgrade your office space, going from a lowly garage to a huge building. Expand your business and dominate the world market for video games!
Why similar: Simulation 24.2%, Economy 20.9%, Management 20.4%, Strategy 16.3%, Sandbox 9.5%
- #56 Social Democracy: An Alternate History
62% matchNo user reviews95% of 108 reviews2026
Dev: Red Autumn Games
Windows · Linux
You are the Social Democratic Party of Germany in 1928. Can you stop the Nazis from taking power?
Why similar: Political Sim 53.1% ★, Politics 32.1% ★, Simulation 7.8%, Strategy 6%, Indie 0.6%
- #57 Project Highrise
67% matchVery Positive85% of 4,811 reviews2016
Dev: SomaSimPub: Kasedo Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 32.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Project Highrise is a skyscraper construction and management sim...
Why similar: Simulation 33.2%, Management 22.4%, Strategy 21.8%, Economy 10.5%, Sandbox 7.2%