- #1 Machiavelli the Prince
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Holistic Design, Inc.Pub: Holistic Design, inc.
Windows
This award-winning 4X strategy classic lets you explore the Old World, exploit risky trade routes, expand your political and military power, and rise to dominance in the Renaissance. Every move can mean the difference between exaltation and excommunication in this multiplayer empire-building game
Why similar: Political Sim 23.9% ★, 4X 18.8% ★, Grand Strategy 17.1% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.1%, Political 8.2% ★
- #2 Last Emperor
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Puggers Games
Windows
Lead a waning Empire back to its former glory in this fictional Cold War text-based RPG. As emperor, choose who to trust and who to silence. Adapt to changing times or cling to tradition. Enact reforms to revive the economy, enforce law and order, and reinforce the Empire’s place under the Sun.
Why similar: Political Sim 26.4% ★, Grand Strategy 16% ★, Text-Based 9.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.7%, Political 7.2% ★
- #3 Jey's Empire
96% matchVery Positive90% of 77 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 24.9% ★, Grand Strategy 15.9% ★, Political 12.1% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.9%, Turn-Based Strategy 8.5%
- #4 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
95% matchVery Positive87% of 741 reviews2023
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at Work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.8 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 22.3% ★, 4X 21.2% ★, Grand Strategy 18.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Political 9.9% ★
- #5 Geopolaris: Conquer & Dominate
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fenek Games
Windows
Navigate through interactions with competing powers to lead your nation to global domination in this 4X open sandbox geopolitical sim set in post-WW2 alt-history world. You have 251 years at your disposal to conquer and unify the planet or take your nation into space. Can you make it?
Why similar: 4X 21.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, Political Sim 15.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Political 10.7% ★
- #6 Welcome to Goodland
94% matchMostly Positive76% of 34 reviews2023
Dev: Big City Lab
Windows · Mac
It is a strategy/adventure game set in a small, quiet town. Survive as an ordinary salaryman under a ruthless Mexican cartel by laundering money, making tough decisions, acquiring businesses, and finding trustworthy allies. But in this cutthroat world, will you be able to keep to your humanity?
Why similar: Political Sim 26.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.6%, Political 10.4% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.3%, Interactive Fiction 8.7%
- #7 Rimefall
93% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Vlachia
Windows
Your colony ship has landed on an alien planet — but the environment kills electronics. Salvage the ark, survive the early years, and build a nation as your society regresses to medieval with remnants of modern knowledge. Grand strategy with simulated population and turn-based combat.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 26.8% ★, 4X 24.3% ★, Political Sim 23.3% ★, Economy 5.8%, Simulation 4.3%
- #8 Asia Empire 2027
92% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: iGindisGames
Windows · Mac
Lead your Asian empire in an empire building turn based strategy war game. Are you ready to lead, Supreme Commander?
Why similar: Political Sim 28.2% ★, Grand Strategy 23.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Text-Based 9%, Economy 6.3%
- #9 UK Politics Simulator
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Black Cannon Studios
Windows · Mac
Over 20,000 simulated politicians, journalists and activists. Every one unique. Every one autonomous. Build your career from local councillor to Prime Minister in the most detailed UK political simulation ever created. No scripts. Pure systems-driven gameplay.
Why similar: Political Sim 32.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.2%, Political 11.3% ★, Text-Based 10.2%, Grand Strategy 9.5% ★
- #10 Ikigai: An Alternate Cold War Simulator
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Migairu
Windows · Mac · Linux
In a world where the east and the west have their histories switched, take control of the United Provinces of Kinshu, the foremost power during the most volatile era of its history, the cold war. In the midst of global conflicts, corruption, and conspiracy, your decisions shall mark your destiny.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.2% ★, Grand Strategy 19.1% ★, Political 11.7% ★, Economy 9.1%, Text-Based 8.4%
- #11 Provisional Authority: An AI Governance Simulation
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Clifford KnopikPub: Synthetic Mandate
Windows
Balance growth, stability, and public trust while an AI observes your every move. Guide a nation through economic crises and political pressure — but be prudent, because the system you rely on may decide it can govern better than you.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 24.7% ★, Political Sim 24.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.4%, Political 11.9% ★, Economy 7.7%
- #12 Lords of Infinity
89% matchVery Positive96% of 209 reviews2023
Dev: Hosted Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead an ancient and crumbling noble house in a rich gunpowder fantasy setting. Lie, bribe, and conspire to secure power and prestige – or to save a doomed kingdom from itself.
Why similar: Political Sim 39.4% ★, Text-Based 13.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.2%, Interactive Fiction 9.7%, Conversation 7.4%
- #13 三国混战
88% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: YangGrass
Windows
In the world of the Three Kingdoms, where the warlords were vying for supremacy, different forces were chosen to rebuild the Great Han or establish a new heaven. Through event selection, a balance was achieved among the literati, Han, and people.
Why similar: Political Sim 34.2% ★, Grand Strategy 31.8% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.3%, Strategy 9.4%, Choices Matter 6.3%
- #14 Crisis in the Kremlin
89% 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 55% ★, Grand Strategy 11.1% ★, Strategy 6.8%, Political 6.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 4.9%
- #15 SIM Election
87% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: Rafael Lázaro
Windows
Take control of a political party and compete for power in this turn-based simulation. Manage strategy, face media pressure, debates and critical decisions, negotiate alliances, and lead your party to electoral victory.
Why similar: Political Sim 38.9% ★, Grand Strategy 19.4% ★, Interactive Fiction 12.3%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Management 7.7%
- #16 Empire of Vice : Chicago
86% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: Artifex Parvus
Windows
Live the rise and fall of a gangster in Prohibition-era Chicago. Strategic turn-based management meets gritty narrative in a city built on blood, booze, and betrayal.
Why similar: Political Sim 23.9% ★, 4X 23.6% ★, Grand Strategy 21.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Text-Based 6.7%
- #17 Latin America Empire 2027
86% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: iGindisGames
Windows · Mac
Lead your Latin empire in an empire building turn based strategy war game. Are you ready to lead, Supreme Commander?
Why similar: Political Sim 26.9% ★, Grand Strategy 22.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.4%, Text-Based 9.2%, Economy 7%
- #18 Antropico: Colonies
85% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Scassius Systems
Windows · Linux
Un gioco di strategia spaziale su larga scala che mira a costruire e mantenere il potere in una galassia simulata. Costruisci, sviluppa e sopravvivi in una galassia plasmata dalla storia e conseguenze.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 29.5% ★, 4X 26.7% ★, Political Sim 18.7% ★, Economy 8.1%, Strategy 7.6%
- #19 Napoleon 1813
84% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Empire Interactive EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
Windows
In an enormous strategic area stretching from Paris to Breslau, from Hamburg to Vienna, control everything from major strategic territorial decisions to tactical battle manoeuvres.
Why similar: 4X 31.7% ★, Grand Strategy 28.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Strategy 7.9%, Turn-Based Tactics 7%
- #20 Belarus Simulator: Preemptive Strike
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Talentless Person Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are the ruler of a democratic independent state of Belarus. Unfortunately, you receive troubled news. An act of aggression is planned against your country. You need to do everything in your power to stop it.
Why similar: Political Sim 33.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.1%, Economy 12%, Interactive Fiction 10.8%, Text-Based 10.6%
- #21 EOS-503
83% match9 user reviews90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Pyrebug Studios
Windows
Welcome aboard EOS-503! As a professional DATA Agent, it's up to YOU to help the community resolve interpersonal disputes, navigate delicate political situations, and persuade fellow space travelers of new and different solutions to their problems. The future of humanity depends on it!
Why similar: Political Sim 22.3% ★, Conversation 11.5%, Text-Based 11.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.6%, Political 9.6% ★
- #22 Headliner: NoviNews
82% matchVery Positive89% of 806 reviews2018
Dev: Unbound Creations
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Award-winning adventure where you control the news and its impact on society, your friends and career. Different choices lead to unique combinations of endings. Share your story with the community, and see what the players before you did.
Why similar: Political Sim 34.8% ★, Political 15.9% ★, Interactive Fiction 11.5%, Conversation 11.3%, Choices Matter 7.8%
- #23 Imperial Kingdoms
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BaroxxTech
Windows · Linux
Expand your kingdom: Gather resources and transport them to your capital city to produce the materials you need to expand your army and conquer new regions. Research new technologies to improve your economy and army. Use your troops wisely to outmanoeuvre your enemies.
Why similar: 4X 32% ★, Grand Strategy 26.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.1%, Management 8.6%, Strategy 7.9%
- #24 Ascendant Dawn
80% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Nikous Studio
Windows
Ascendant Dawn is a grand strategy game where you lead a nomadic tribe in a brutal bronze age world. Work your way up from a small clan to a great empire by founding cities and conquering your enemies.
Why similar: Political Sim 28.2% ★, Grand Strategy 26.1% ★, 4X 24.9% ★, Economy 9.4%, Top-Down 4%
- #25 Africa Empire 2027
81% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: iGindisGames
Windows · Mac
Lead your African empire in an empire building turn based strategy war game. Are you ready to lead, Supreme Commander?
Why similar: Political Sim 28.3% ★, Grand Strategy 25.3% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.6%, Text-Based 9%, Political 6.9% ★
- #26 Dare To Spread
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: Pointless Interactive
Windows
Dare To Spread; It is a turn-based strategy game in which we shape the course of the war by making important choices. In this strategy game you control rebel armies. We occupy enemy countries with our armies. We do illegal work to finance the army.
Why similar: Political Sim 32.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14%, Political 12.2% ★, Economy 9.8%, Choices Matter 8.1%
- #27 Middle East Empire 2027
79% match8 user reviews78% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: iGindisGames
Windows · Mac
Lead your Middle Eastern empire in an empire building turn based strategy war game. Are you ready to lead, Supreme Commander?
Why similar: Political Sim 29.9% ★, Grand Strategy 25% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 12.8%, Text-Based 9.6%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.5%
- #28 50 Stars
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zudesa Corporation
Windows · Mac · Linux
Run for president or mayor. Write your own story of success or failure. Pass legislation and create budgets. In 50 Stars, you create your own story as you run for office. The future is your in 50 Stars, how will you play?
Why similar: Political Sim 37.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.1%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.6%, Text-Based 8.6%, Political 7.9% ★
- #29 Kingdom's Life
78% matchMixed63% of 259 reviews2022
Dev: Strudio Company
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Kingdom's Life - Large turn-based global strategy game in pixel style. You have to create your own people and state. Can you lead the state to political, economic, technological and military triumph? It depends on you.
Why similar: Political Sim 27% ★, 4X 26.5% ★, Grand Strategy 25% ★, Economy 8.1%, Turn-Based Tactics 5.9%
- #30 MINISTRY OF TRUTH: 1984
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IKKOSAMAPub: Two Cakes Studio
Windows
MINISTRY OF TRUTH: 1984 is a story-driven simulator in a totalitarian society. Become an official, manipulate facts, rewrite history, and provide the ‘truth’ to the public. Choose: obey or fight against the regime. Big Brother is watching you! This game is inspired by George Orwell’s classic novel.
Why similar: Political Sim 33.7% ★, Political 14.8% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.6%, Interactive Fiction 10.5%, Choices Matter 9.6%
- #31 Rise and Fall: Bronze Age
77% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Ludwig LoreKhan
Windows
Rise & Fall: Bronze Age is a Grand Strategy game set in the Bronze Age between 3400BC and 1150BC. Expand your power by diplomacy and war and manage your troublesome elites. Feed your people, build temples for your gods and tombs for your rulers. How high can you rise before your empire falls ?
Why similar: Grand Strategy 35.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 19.3%, Political Sim 16.7% ★, Management 9.5%, Choices Matter 9.3%
- #32 Federal Reserve Simulator
75% matchPositive100% of 41 reviews2026
Dev: Billmeade Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
A Turn based Economic Simulation Game where the player assumes the role as head of the United States Federal Reserve.
Why similar: Political Sim 28.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 17.8%, Economy 16.8%, Turn-Based Tactics 9.1%, Choices Matter 6.5%
- #33 Zenith Frontier
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Triton Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Zenith Frontier is a simulation-strategy game about the exploration and colonisation of space. Experience visionary strategic gameplay set in an evolving procedural galaxy populated by billions of autonomous citizens and private companies.
Why similar: Political Sim 29.7% ★, 4X 24.8% ★, Grand Strategy 23.3% ★, Economy 10%, Management 6.6%
- #34 In Good Faith
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Davide Di Staso
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are the Pope's secretary. Wade through the letters addressed to the Pope, and pass on information as instructed. You will use the Vatican's bespoke operating system, Holy OS.
Why similar: Political Sim 25.6% ★, Political 14.3% ★, Conversation 14.1%, Text-Based 10.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.3%
- #35 Beholder: Conductor
73% matchVery Positive91% of 4,209 reviews2025
Dev: Alawar
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A Beholder series spin-off. Become a conductor of the Determination Bringer train: monitor passengers, report incidents, and carry out important Ministry assignments — whose level of secrecy depends only on your loyalty. And remember: mission success is very important to you!
Why similar: Political Sim 45.9% ★, Political 12.6% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.2%, Choices Matter 7.6%, Point & Click 6.6%
- #36 Terria Tactics
74% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: TactiGame Limited
Windows · Mac
An indie-developed retro turn-base strategy game. It delivers the Fast-Paced-Strategy-Game experience. Grow your cities and troops. Recruit and manage your warriors to lead the troops to siege opponents' cities. Ultimately your goal is to conquer the whole land of Terria!
Why similar: Political Sim 31% ★, Grand Strategy 26.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.3%, Turn-Based Tactics 8.2%, Choices Matter 6.7%
- #37 Archon
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tome & Blade
Windows
In this story-rich interstellar political drama, ascend as humanity's next leader. Rebuild a broken empire in a war-torn galaxy through might, diplomacy, or espionage. Every choice has a consequence. What will you choose, Your Eminence?
Why similar: Political Sim 40.8% ★, Choices Matter 10.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.1%, Political 8.8% ★, Text-Based 7.9%
- #38 NationWar2:Chronicle
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 419 reviews2024
Dev: Yiming
Windows
NationWar 2.0 is a big strategy game based on the theme of the Spring and Autumn and Warring States period. There are more than 60 countries to choose from in the game. Map 1: 1 restores the mountainous landscapes and rivers of China.
Why similar: Political Sim 29% ★, Grand Strategy 23.9% ★, 4X 16.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Turn-Based Tactics 6.7%
- #39 Lunar Ascendant
72% matchMixed51% of 74 reviews2026
Dev: Darts Games
Windows
The political drama set in a future that's too close for comfort. Become the first mayor of ARTEMIS: A Pioneering Lunar City. Navigate the future of lunar colonization, choose between independence and cooperation, shape policies for or against AI influence, and tackle interplanetary conspiracies.
Why similar: Political Sim 25% ★, Political 12% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.5%, Text-Based 8.9%, Economy 8.8%
- #40 Space Empires I
74% matchMixed54% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Malfador MachinationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Space Empires I is the first chapter of the Space Empires series. A classic galactic conquest and turn-based strategy video game where you are the leader of a race of intelligent beings building large spaceships for interplanetary and interstellar travel through warp points between star systems.
Why similar: 4X 29% ★, Grand Strategy 23% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 15.2%, Management 9.4%, Economy 8.9%
- #41 Three Kingdoms : Alias
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Plotrick
Windows
A world where officers hide their names and abilities. Can you spot Zhuge Liang? A hardcore turn-based strategy simulation for true Three Kingdoms devotees.
Why similar: Political Sim 28.3% ★, Grand Strategy 22.5% ★, 4X 16.7% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13%, Economy 9.2%
- #42 Statecraft: Corrupted Democracy
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Engincan Çiçek
Windows
Democracy is dirty; get your hands filthy. Manipulate the masses like a flock of sheep, bribe the parliament, and sabotage your rivals. In the chaos of the 70s, honesty is a weakness. Will you be a savior or a dictator? The choice *and the corruption* is yours.
Why similar: Political Sim 26.9% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Political 11.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.4%, Economy 8.1%
- #43 World Warfare & Economics
71% matchMixed63% of 666 reviews2023
Dev: Okron Studio
Windows · Mac
Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!
Why similar: Political Sim 27.6% ★, Grand Strategy 21.8% ★, 4X 20.8% ★, Political 10.9% ★, Economy 8.8%
- #44 Velistra: Failed State
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VoltekPlay
Windows · Mac · Linux
Assume the presidency of Velistra, a nation teetering on collapse. Every choice reshapes destiny amid ruthless factions, moral dilemmas, and global pressures. A careful balance must be struck in both economics and politics. How will you lead?
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 17.9%, Political 17.9% ★, Political Sim 15.7% ★, Choices Matter 14%, Multiple Endings 9.9%
- #45 United Sects of America
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FoxSox GamesPub: Madnetic Games
Windows
Welcome to the United Sects of America, where a captivating narrative, strategic management, and moral choices seamlessly intertwine. As the leader of your own cult, you'll grapple with tough decisions, shape your group's destiny, and aim to wield influence across the entire United States.
Why similar: Political Sim 25.4% ★, Grand Strategy 19.1% ★, Political 13.5% ★, Text-Based 10.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.3%
- #46 Successor To Your Throne
70% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Adam Avramov
Windows · Linux
In this short character-focused narrative experience you are a monarch of a small medieval kingdom and must name your successor before it is too late
Why similar: Political Sim 44.9% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 19.1%, Interactive Fiction 13.7%, Choices Matter 8%, Multiple Endings 6.5%
- #47 苏维埃模拟器 Soviet Simulator
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 铼工作室 / Rhenium Studio
Windows
If getting back to Dec 1922, under your leadership, can you make Union of Soviet Socialist Republics an Utopia?
Why similar: Political Sim 36.2% ★, Grand Strategy 26.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.9%, Political 10.9% ★, Strategy 4.5%
- #48 Global Protocol: New World Order
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dorlion Interactive
Windows
Command any nation in a modern grand strategy simulation set in 2026. Manage diplomacy, economy, espionage, and warfare while shaping the global balance of power. Lead a superpower or build a small state into a global force in a dynamic geopolitical sandbox.
Why similar: 4X 28.5% ★, Grand Strategy 25.8% ★, Political Sim 25.7% ★, Strategy 6.6%, Economy 6.1%
- #49 EraTurn
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lobelia Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shape your civilization’s destiny in this epic turn-based strategy game. Manage resources, advance technology, and conquer through the ages. Every choice transforms history—will your empire rise to greatness or fall to obscurity?
Why similar: Political Sim 23.9% ★, 4X 18.4% ★, Grand Strategy 17.5% ★, Political 10.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 9.4%
- #50 Masters of the World - Geopolitical Simulator 3
71% 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 57.5% ★, Grand Strategy 17.4% ★, Political 12.7% ★, Simulation 5.3%, Strategy 4.2%
- #51 Political Simulator
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hugo Sanchez
Windows
Political Simulator is a turn-based strategy game where you lead a political party. From the most radical to the ideological center, you'll have to navigate complex parliamentary dynamics, influence other political forces, pass laws, and gain the support of a diverse and changing society
Why similar: Political Sim 42.2% ★, Political 18.9% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 14.5%, Turn-Based Tactics 7.5%, Choices Matter 6%
- #52 Here to Stay
69% matchMixed41% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Jakub KuceraPub: Powerup Company
Windows · Mac
Join the race for power in the new political strategy game. Build a strong political party, win the regional elections and have a majority in parliament. As the head of state, you are in charge of running the state, managing the state budget and diplomacy.
Why similar: Political Sim 32.8% ★, Grand Strategy 25.6% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 13.4%, Economy 9%, Choices Matter 5.1%
- #53 The Fruit Merchant's Diary
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ofizu Games
Windows
Start as a small fruit wholesaler and earn your fortune! Will you remain honest, or get rich through bribery and risk the wrath of the 'Great Blue Eye'? Spend your earnings on good or evil to shape your Karma. Remember, the Eye only watches the sinners in this narrative-driven economy sim.
Why similar: Political Sim 28.6% ★, Grand Strategy 19.1% ★, Political 13.5% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 10.2%, Text-Based 10.2%
- #54 1992: Rasputie
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: A2B games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take a place of a politician in the post-Soviet space and immerse yourself in the struggle for power amid the ruins of the former empire. Your decisions will determine the path of the young state's development.
Why similar: Political Sim 31.1% ★, Grand Strategy 19.2% ★, Political 14.4% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 11.3%, Economy 8.2%
- #55 State of Affairs
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Top Sigma Studios
Windows · Mac
State of Affairs is a realistic geopolitical simulator where you lead a nation through pivotal historical moments. Manage legislative bodies, balance factional tensions, and make strategic decisions that shape the political, economic, and social future of your country.
Why similar: Political Sim 36.1% ★, Political 15.6% ★, Economy 12.7%, Turn-Based Strategy 11.8%, Choices Matter 7.7%
- #56 Liar-for-hire
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Neo Vulgate Cycle
Windows
Follow the new worker of the disinformation agency day by day. Decide how to oppose news and people through the use of fake scandals and redirections. Ensure a win for your employers - or find some conscience after all.
Why similar: Political Sim 39.9% ★, Choices Matter 10.4%, Text-Based 9.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.6%, Management 8.2%
- #57 Stellar Monarch 2
67% matchVery Positive88% of 123 reviews2022
Dev: Silver Lemur Games
Windows
Stellar Monarch 2 is a feudal space empire builder where you feel like the Emperor, not a logistics officer. Great noble houses, usurpers to the throne, rebels, assassins, court intrigues, disloyal admirals, incompetent governors and ever-present alien threat.
Why similar: 4X 39.7% ★, Grand Strategy 34.2% ★, Turn-Based Strategy 18.6%, Strategy 7.5%
- #58 ELHKIA
67% matchNo user reviews
Windows
ELHKIA is a GPT-powered political sim where you write down your own campaign promises. Sway the public while dodging tomatoes and shape the world with your own words.
Why similar: Political Sim 27.5% ★, Grand Strategy 21.7% ★, Political 13.3% ★, Economy 9.8%, Choices Matter 6%
- #59 The Devil’s Gun Market
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Engincan Çiçek
Windows
A darkly humorous gun market simulator with RPG elements. Manage your shady arms business, verify or forge gun permits, navigate shifting laws, and make deals with rebels, the government, or even the Devil. Every choice shapes your fate in this chaotic world of war, profit, and deception.
Why similar: Political Sim 35% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.6%, Economy 10.8%, Political 10.4% ★, Management 9%