- #1 Democracy 4
97% matchVery Positive82% of 6,264 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 44.1% ★, Politics 28.2% ★, Political 8.5% ★, Economy 4.8%, Simulation 4.5%
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 408 reviews2016
Dev: Positech Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.7 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 59.1% ★, Politics 29.2% ★, Simulation 6.2%, Strategy 4.6%, Indie 0.8%
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 Positive96% of 2,101 reviews2019
Dev: Verlumino Studios LLC
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 15.6 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 58.1% ★, Politics 23.7% ★, Political 8.1% ★, Simulation 4.3%, Strategy 2.8%
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 Positive93% of 11,092 reviews2020
Dev: Torpor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 18.1 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 54.5% ★, Politics 32.9% ★, Political 12% ★, Singleplayer 0.6%
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 414 reviews2020
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 43.8% ★, Politics 26.2% ★, Political 8.6% ★, Turn-Based 5.9%, Simulation 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: A turn-based political strategy game focused on the legislative process and party management.
- #6 Lawgivers II
93% matchMixed70% of 641 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 50% ★, Politics 31.6% ★, Simulation 4.7%, Strategy 3.7%, Management 3.4%
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 Positive71% of 58,205 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.1 hrsMean: 114.1 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 45.8% ★, Politics 24.3% ★, Political 7.1% ★, Economy 5.8%, Simulation 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 19,875 reviews2010
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 48.5 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 49.5% ★, Politics 30.1% ★, Strategy 6%, Economy 5.2%, Simulation 4.3%
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 666 reviews2021
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 14.9 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 48.9% ★, Politics 23.3% ★, Simulation 10%, Strategy 8.7%, Political 7.1% ★
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 Tropico 6
89% matchVery Positive88% of 28,783 reviews2019
Dev: Limbic EntertainmentPub: Kalypso Media
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 26.9 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 44.3% ★, Politics 21.5% ★, Simulation 7.6%, Strategy 7.4%, Economy 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines city-building with political management, forcing you to balance the needs of various factions while maintaining your power.
- #11 Citystate II
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,099 reviews2021
Dev: Andy Sztark
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.6 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 44.9% ★, Politics 22% ★, Political 8.1% ★, Economy 7.3%, Simulation 6.5%
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% matchMixed45% of 609 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 61.2% ★, Politics 22.3% ★, Simulation 6.2%, Political 6.2% ★, Strategy 3.2%
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 Plutocracy
88% matchVery Positive80% of 1,348 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 43.9% ★, Politics 24.7% ★, Political 9.4% ★, Simulation 5.2%, Economy 4.9%
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.
- #14 Power & Revolution 2023 Edition
87% matchMixed58% of 621 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 54.4% ★, Politics 30.3% ★, Economy 5.7%, Strategy 3.3%, Management 3.2%
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 41.7% ★, Simulation 16.3%, Strategy 12.8%, Political 11.8% ★, Turn-Based 6.7%
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% matchMostly Positive71% of 189 reviews2016
Dev: Squeaky WheelPub: Positech Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.0 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 49.5% ★, Politics 22.8% ★, Political 7.7% ★, Turn-Based 5.7%, Simulation 5.2%
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 25,183 reviews2024
Dev: 3DivisionPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 73.0 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: Simulation 22.5%, Economy 20.9%, Strategy 18.3%, Management 13.3%, Moddable 12.3% ★
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 1,444 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 72.2% ★, Politics 13% ★, Strategy 6.5%, Political 3.8% ★, Simulation 2.4%
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 2,462 reviews2017
Dev: Reborn GamesPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows
Median: 5.3 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 45.7% ★, Politics 30.8% ★, Simulation 7.1%, Strategy 6.5%, Economy 4.7%
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 110 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 66.7% ★, Politics 20.4% ★, Simulation 6.9%, Strategy 5%, Indie 1%
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 Positive74% of 788 reviews2020
Dev: Brezg StudioPub: 101XP
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
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 69.3% ★, Political 14.3% ★, Simulation 6%, Strategy 5.5%, Management 4.3%
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 Government Simulator
83% matchMixed47% of 187 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 61.6% ★, Politics 18.6% ★, Simulation 5.5%, Turn-Based 4.1%, Strategy 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward simulation that focuses on the core tasks of managing a national budget and public policy.
- #23 Realpolitiks
82% matchMixed62% of 1,232 reviews2017
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.8 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 54.5% ★, Politics 32.4% ★, Strategy 9.8%, Simulation 3%, 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.
- #24 Beholder
80% matchVery Positive92% of 30,197 reviews2016
Dev: Alawar Stargaze (Warm Lamp Games)Pub: Alawar
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 13.5 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 69.8% ★, Political 14.3% ★, Simulation 7.3%, Strategy 6.2%, Indie 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: A dystopian management game where you act as a state-appointed landlord, balancing political loyalty with moral choices.
- #25 Papers, Please
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 78,508 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: Political 57.3% ★, Simulation 24.2%, Indie 7%, Strategy 6.2%, Singleplayer 2.4%
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 13,642 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 37.9%, Simulation 20.3%, Strategy 17.6%, Management 15.4%, Indie 5.5%
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
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,248 reviews2014
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 50.2 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 55.5% ★, Politics 27.3% ★, Simulation 7.1%, Strategy 6.1%, Sandbox 3.5%
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 Positive83% of 2,674 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: Politics 52.3% ★, Political 27.1% ★, Simulation 17.4%, Indie 1.2%, Difficult 1%
Why You'll Like It: A socio-political management game that explores the consequences of political shifts on the lives of ordinary citizens.
- #29 Game Dev Tycoon
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 44,663 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 13.3%, Economy 12.5%, Moddable 5.2% ★
- #30 SuperPower 2 Steam Edition
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,834 reviews2014
Dev: GolemLabsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 86.6 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 61.1% ★, Politics 24.5% ★, Simulation 5.7%, Strategy 5.2%, Economy 2.7%
- #31 Big Pharma
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,921 reviews2015
Dev: Twice CircledPub: Positech Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 9.6 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 17.5%, Strategy 15.7%, Moddable 10.3% ★
- #32 Citystate
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 806 reviews2018
Dev: Andy Sztark
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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 43.8% ★, Politics 33.1% ★, Simulation 7.2%, Strategy 5.2%, Economy 4.7%
- #33 The Political Machine 2024
72% matchMostly Positive75% of 256 reviews2024
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Win the hearts and minds of America’s voters and run for President in this political strategy game. Choose a candidate or create your own and run against the opposing party’s candidate or up to 4 primary candidates controlled by the computer or other players online.
Why similar: Political Sim 42% ★, Politics 27.5% ★, Political 10.1% ★, Simulation 4.9%, Economy 4.8%
- #34 Long Live The Queen
73% matchVery Positive95% of 7,115 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 78.9% ★, Politics 9.4% ★, Simulation 5.3%, Strategy 3.5%, Difficult 1.4%
- #35 Politics The Game
69% matchVery Positive95% of 2,186 reviews2025
Dev: Simplicity Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 38.4% ★, Political Sim 37.7% ★, Political 9.9% ★, Simulation 7%, Strategy 5.7%
- #36 Tropico 3
74% matchVery Positive89% of 1,910 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 36.5% ★, Political Sim 23.1% ★, Simulation 15.2%, Strategy 10.7%, Management 5.7%
- #37 Power & Revolution
75% matchMixed56% of 1,294 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 55.3% ★, Politics 27% ★, Simulation 5.4%, Strategy 4.5%, Political 4.3% ★
- #38 Power & Revolution 2019 Edition
74% 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 61.5% ★, Politics 20.6% ★, Simulation 7.8%, Strategy 6.4%, Economy 2.4%
- #39 Rulers of Nations
75% matchMixed51% of 176 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 90.3% ★, Strategy 6.9%, Simulation 2.8%
- #40 Evil Bank Manager
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,759 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 22.9%, Turn-Based 19.8%, Simulation 19.4%, Strategy 18.6%, Management 13.1%
- #41 Turkish Throne
67% matchVery Positive94% of 324 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 48.6% ★, Politics 21.4% ★, Simulation 10.1%, Political 7.9% ★, Strategy 5.1%
- #42 Game Corp DX
71% 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 27.7%, Economy 25.3%, Management 24.8%, Strategy 10.3%, Sandbox 4.6%
- #43 Imperator: Rome
71% matchMixed65% of 26,771 reviews2019
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 37.3 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 55.9% ★, Politics 11.4% ★, Strategy 9.9%, Simulation 7.9%, Political 7.6% ★
- #44 QSVT: ¡Que se vayan todos!
67% matchVery Positive92% of 66 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 54.1% ★, Politics 29.3% ★, Strategy 6.2%, Simulation 5.7%, Economy 2.7%
- #45 Sigma Theory: Global Cold War
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,375 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 42.6% ★, Politics 25% ★, Turn-Based 7.6%, Political 6.5% ★, Economy 3.7%
- #46 Democratic Socialism Simulator
70% matchVery Positive92% of 197 reviews2020
Dev: Molleindustria
Windows · Mac · Linux
Pave the road to a post-capitalist society!
Why similar: Political Sim 66.3% ★, Political 16.3% ★, Simulation 13.8%, Indie 3%, Casual 0.6%
- #47 Vox Populi: Poland 2023
68% matchVery Positive87% of 70 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 51.3% ★, Politics 34.8% ★, Strategy 5.2%, Simulation 4.4%, Management 2.2%
- #48 Sim Junta
73% matchMostly Negative34% 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 78.3% ★, Political 9.1% ★, Strategy 6.3%, Simulation 4.1%, Indie 1.4%
- #49 Vox Populi: Brazil 2022
67% matchVery Positive95% of 93 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: Political Sim 51.2% ★, Politics 36.8% ★, Strategy 5.4%, Management 2.9%, Simulation 2.2%
- #50 Tropico 4
69% matchVery Positive92% of 12,642 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: Politics 30.4% ★, Simulation 20.5%, Strategy 15.9%, Management 10.8%, Economy 7.7%
- #51 Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond
68% matchMostly Negative39% of 279 reviews2025
Dev: JujubeePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prove your political brilliance in a grand strategy like no other: pick any contemporary country, set up your government and navigate the pitfalls of domestic and international politics. A glorious destiny awaits - the domination of not just the Earth, but the whole Solar system!
Why similar: Politics 33.6% ★, Political Sim 28.9% ★, Political 14.9% ★, Economy 7.5%, Strategy 6.7%
- #52 Rogue State
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 255 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 75% ★, Simulation 10.7%, Strategy 8.6%, Economy 3.7%, Indie 2%
- #53 Political Arena
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 68 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 49.8% ★, Political 17.2% ★, Strategy 15%, Simulation 12.7%, Sandbox 4.7%
- #54 Tropico 5
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 14,325 reviews2014
Dev: Haemimont GamesPub: Kalypso Media Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 22.1 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: Politics 41.7% ★, Strategy 18.6%, Simulation 18.4%, Economy 9.2%, Sandbox 6.6%
- #55 The Shadow Government Simulator
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 107 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 41.6% ★, Politics 22.3% ★, Turn-Based 8.8%, Political 8.3% ★, Simulation 5.1%
- #56 Geo-Political Simulator 2026 Edition
66% matchMixed49% of 196 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 53.7% ★, Politics 16.5% ★, Simulation 10.3%, Political 7.8% ★, Strategy 7.6%
- #57 Europa Universalis IV
67% matchVery Positive88% of 135,916 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 279.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Rule your land and dominate the world with unparalleled freedom, depth and historical accuracy. Write a new history of the world and build an empire for the ages.
Why similar: Political 28.4% ★, Simulation 16.9%, Economy 15.4%, Strategy 14.2%, Moddable 11.2% ★