- #1 Political Arena
97% 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 22.2% ★, Political Sim 19.9% ★, RPG 11.4%, Strategy 11.2%, Strategy RPG 10.9%
- #2 You are the Judge!
96% matchMostly Positive70% of 254 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 30.9% ★, Political 19% ★, Strategy RPG 15.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.1%, RPG 4.8%
- #3 StateOS: The Political Sandbox
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ReallyBadGames
Windows
The political sandbox game where you build a career from the city council to the presidency. Authentic electoral systems, government departments, pass legislation, and a unique news landscape. Create custom scenarios, parties, and politicians in this data-driven democracy simulator.
Why similar: Political Sim 38% ★, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Political 11.4% ★, RPG 7.8%, Strategy 7.4%
- #4 I'm a King
95% matchMostly Negative25% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: Alexandr Getmanskiy
Windows
Role-playing strategy "I'm a King". Rule the kingdom, decide the fate of people, investigate, survive during periods of dark storms. This is only a small part of what you have to do.
Why similar: Political Sim 33.9% ★, Political 24.6% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.8%, Strategy RPG 12.1%, RPG 5.5%
- #5 Archon
94% 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 39.2% ★, Political 12.6% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.1%, RPG 8.7%, Visual Novel 8.6%
- #6 PODER
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 107 Games
Windows · Mac
Run a district in a 12-million Latin American megacity in a political strategy about power, compromise, and dirty deals. 100+ starting combos, 75 population groups, and no decision without consequences. Can you do better than those you love to hate?
Why similar: Political Sim 45.5% ★, Political 19.6% ★, Strategy 10%, Sandbox 8.9%, Choices Matter 8%
- #7 Last Emperor
93% 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 32.5% ★, Political 13.2% ★, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.4%, Visual Novel 8.3%
- #8 Feodika
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gemenot Digital
Windows
Live your own story in a world of the early Middle Ages! Lead a dynasty, expand your domain, help your subjects, and don’t forget to leave an heir! Thy Kingdom Come!
Why similar: Political Sim 33.1% ★, Political 21.5% ★, Strategy RPG 11.9%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.6%, Choices Matter 6.8%
- #9 Successor To Your Throne
91% 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 43.6% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 19.2%, Visual Novel 11.1%, Interactive Fiction 8.4%, Choices Matter 6%
- #10 Suzerain
91% 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 26.5% ★, Political 19% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 13%, Strategy RPG 11%, Visual Novel 9.3%
- #11 Liar-for-hire
90% 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 38.3% ★, Visual Novel 12.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.6%, Political 9.2% ★, RPG 8.1%
- #12 MINISTRY OF TRUTH: 1984
89% 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 34.1% ★, Political 22.1% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.1%, Choices Matter 7.5%, Interactive Fiction 6.8%
- #13 Velistra: Failed State
89% 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: Political 26.3% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 18.5%, Political Sim 15.6% ★, Choices Matter 10.8%, RPG 6.1%
- #14 Mobocratic Union
88% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Proqet Studios
Windows
Welcome to Mobocratic Union, a thrilling political simulation game where you'll navigate the politics of the European Union. Make strategic decisions, form alliances, and shape the course of the continent’s future!
Why similar: Political Sim 44.6% ★, Strategy RPG 11.3%, RPG 9.9%, Strategy 8%, Simulation 6.8%
- #15 Throne of Decisions
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Five Punch Studio
Windows
The weight of the crown lies in your answers. Maintain the delicate balance within your council and discover the deep stories of your visitors. Every "Yes" or "No" will either turn your kingdom into a legend or bury it in history.
Why similar: Political Sim 40.6% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 17.7%, Visual Novel 10.4%, Political 10% ★, Strategy 8.4%
- #16 Royal Verdict
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: LestGames Studio
Windows
A medieval court simulation where every verdict matters. Hear cases, uncover lies, and balance the King, the People, and the Church as your reputation shapes the fate of the kingdom.
Why similar: Political Sim 42.5% ★, Political 26.7% ★, Simulation 10.5%, Interactive Fiction 10.2%, Choices Matter 5.1%
- #17 President of Steel
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: volaryus
Windows
President of Steel is a choice-driven political strategy game where every decision shapes the fate of your nation. Balance power, stability, and economy while navigating political intrigue, war threats, organized crime, and personal relationships.
Why similar: Political Sim 33.6% ★, Political 21.1% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.6%, Strategy RPG 9.9%, RPG 6%
- #18 川建国同志想要连任/Comrade Trump's Re-election
85% matchVery Positive89% of 1,243 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 51.5% ★, Strategy RPG 18.1%, RPG 10.1%, Strategy 9.6%, Choices Matter 4.6%
- #19 Rise of the Successor
84% matchPositive87% of 39 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Six
Windows
You wake up as North Korea’s Supreme Leader. Manage diplomacy, internal power struggles, and national survival. Balance nuclear ambition, public needs, and elite loyalty. One wrong move could cost you everything — will you rule or fall?
Why similar: Political Sim 47.3% ★, Strategy RPG 16.5%, Visual Novel 11.4%, Strategy 8.8%, RPG 8.7%
- #20 Vampolitics: Vassals of the Void
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WhiteVault Studio
Windows
You have inherited a graveyard, Sovereign. Yet through logistics, diplomacy, and the art of war, the space-vampire age can rise again under your banner.
Why similar: Political Sim 36.9% ★, Political 20.3% ★, RPG 12.9%, Strategy 10.7%, Simulation 8.2%
- #21 Project: Story about
82% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: DRT Games
Windows
An RPG where you live life after life in a constantly evolving world, and your choices and relationships influence future cycles.
Why similar: Political Sim 38.9% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 18.1%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, Sandbox 10.3%, RPG 7.3%
- #22 Crisis in the Kremlin
83% 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 59.9% ★, Political 10.4% ★, Strategy 10%, Strategy RPG 5.2%, Choose Your Own Adventure 4%
- #23 War for Westminster
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Raptor Studios
Windows · Mac
War For Westminster is a political strategy game where players tactically win a UK Election by creating a party where the player must balance voter appeal with donor influence, shift your stance, bend the truth, and decide how far you'll go to lead the nation.
Why similar: Political Sim 35.9% ★, Political 25.3% ★, Strategy RPG 14.3%, Character Customization 6.2%, Strategy 5.1%
- #24 Orwell: Ignorance is Strength
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,845 reviews2018
Dev: Osmotic StudiosPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Step into the shoes of a government official in a top-secret department of the Orwell surveillance program. Given the power to both uncover and fabricate "the truth", how far will you go in the service of your country? Season 2 of Orwell, the award-winning surveillance thriller.
Why similar: Political Sim 44.8% ★, Political 26.2% ★, Choices Matter 9.7%, Simulation 6.3%, Interactive Fiction 4.6%
- #25 Jey's Empire
81% 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 30.3% ★, Political 21.9% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.5%, Strategy RPG 12%, Interactive Fiction 5.8%
- #26 Turkish Throne
78% 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 39% ★, Political 20.6% ★, Sandbox 11.8%, Simulation 9.7%, Strategy 7.6%
- #27 The Devil’s Gun Market
79% 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 35.4% ★, Political 15.6% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.3%, Strategy RPG 11.7%, RPG 6.4%
- #28 Sovereign's Will
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Literal Team
Windows
Sovereign's Will is a turn-based ruler simulator set in the medieval period where each decision you make directly impacts the story. Separate friends from enemies. Accumulate power. Create plans. Make a choice.
Why similar: Political 26.1% ★, Political Sim 17.3% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.1%, Strategy RPG 9.9%, Nonlinear 9.2%
- #29 Collapse: A Political Simulator
79% matchMixed65% of 189 reviews2021
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 29.5% ★, Political 19% ★, Strategy RPG 12.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.3%, Nonlinear 6.8%
- #30 Sim Junta
80% 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 62.2% ★, Political 23.4% ★, Strategy 9.4%, Simulation 3.9%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #31 UK Politics Simulator
77% 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 37.8% ★, Political 19.2% ★, Sandbox 11.2%, Strategy 10.2%, Simulation 9%
- #32 VAL-YOU: Future Europe
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PandaBee Studios
Windows
Build a healthy democracy and shape the future of Europe in this Free Card Game. Play Cards as actions to balance the demands of Politics, Economy, Science, and Society in different political scenarios.
Why similar: Political Sim 49.5% ★, Political 18% ★, Strategy 10.1%, Simulation 7.4%, Choices Matter 6.3%
- #33 Beholder: Conductor
74% 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 49.6% ★, Political 20.2% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.2%, Choices Matter 6.4%, Strategy 4.6%
- #34 Beholder 3
76% matchMixed65% of 2,714 reviews2022
Dev: Paintbucket GamesPub: Alawar
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 46.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
When a high-ranking security officer saves you from prison, you end up a pawn in her schemes. Now you must eliminate anyone standing in the way of her secret plans and try to get your life back while working two jobs. No tenant, employee or superior is safe from your spying.
Why similar: Political Sim 38.4% ★, Political 20.9% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.7%, Nonlinear 7.3%, Strategy 6.3%
- #35 For the People
76% 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 34.1% ★, Political 22.8% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.6%, Visual Novel 9.3%, Choices Matter 6.4%
- #36 Long Live The Queen
75% 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 56.4% ★, Visual Novel 15.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 6.2%, Strategy 4.7%, Simulation 4.6%
- #37 KingSim
75% matchVery Positive85% of 209 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 29.4% ★, Political 17.2% ★, Strategy RPG 14.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.4%, Choices Matter 6.5%
- #38 Welcome to Goodland
74% 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 32% ★, Political 18.7% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 13%, Visual Novel 8.5%, Interactive Fiction 6.8%
- #39 The King's Dilemma: Chronicles
73% 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 33.1% ★, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Political 13.3% ★, Nonlinear 9.4%, Interactive Fiction 7.2%
- #40 China: Mao's legacy
73% matchVery Positive92% of 1,038 reviews2019
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Year 1976, the stormy Cultural revolution has died down, hard times of hongweibing and public critics are coming to an end. Old and sick Mao Zedong will soon leave China to his comrades from CPC. The Cold War is coming into a new phase...
Why similar: Political Sim 33% ★, Political 21.3% ★, Strategy RPG 11.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 9%, Nonlinear 7.6%
- #41 Silencer
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Lulu
Windows · Mac
Silencer is a bureaucratic simulation game about censorship and misinformation in journalism and politics. As a low-level news censor employed by the authoritarian government, Ogalia, the player will interpret censorship protocols, read news articles, and decide if an article should be taken down.
Why similar: Political Sim 51.1% ★, Political 31.1% ★, Simulation 6.5%, Strategy 3.9%, Tactical 3.7%
- #42 Deck of Mandate
72% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Sumit Katekar
Windows
A minimalist strategy game where every decision shuffles the fate of a young republic. Lead the republic through 24 turns while balancing the pillars on which the republic is founded. Survive 24 volatile turns without tipping any of your four meters into ruin — or power.
Why similar: Political Sim 33.2% ★, Strategy RPG 17.8%, Political 15.9% ★, RPG 12.3%, Strategy 11.6%
- #43 Need to Know
73% matchMixed67% of 293 reviews2018
Dev: Monomyth Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Welcome to the Department of Liberty. Ascend the ranks of the NSA-like surveillance agency and decide: will you stand up for privacy, or help create an unstoppable police state? Spy on people’s deepest secrets, pick apart their private lives and decide their fate in this modern surveillance thriller.
Why similar: Political Sim 58.9% ★, Political 27.9% ★, Simulation 11%, Story Rich 2.2%
- #44 Headliner: NoviNews
71% 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 39% ★, Political 26.3% ★, Visual Novel 9.6%, Interactive Fiction 8.2%, Choices Matter 6.9%
- #45 The Political Process
70% 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 61.3% ★, Political 27.7% ★, Strategy 5.5%, Simulation 5.5%
- #46 Space Manifest
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tiarty
Windows
In a shared star system, a small new bank struggles strategically to rise and outmaneuver its rivals.
Why similar: Political Sim 32.8% ★, Political 17.7% ★, Strategy RPG 16.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 13.5%, RPG 7.8%
- #47 The Arab Republic of Taghia
71% matchMixed58% of 36 reviews2020
Dev: Oppressive Games
Windows
The Arab Republic of Taghia is an arab spring tyranny simulator. You have followed in the footsteps of your father and been "elected" to lead the Arab Republic of Taghia, and must hold onto power through any means necessary.
Why similar: Political Sim 64.5% ★, Political 17.1% ★, Strategy 10.4%, Simulation 8.1%
- #48 The Electorate
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Galactic Interactive
Windows
Campaign to victory in the ultimate election simulator, The Electorate. Rally voters, dominate the airwaves, attack rivals, and fight for glory and power across every county in the United States.
Why similar: Political Sim 44.7% ★, Political 29.8% ★, Strategy 6.4%, Strategy RPG 5.7%, Character Customization 4.7%
- #49 Oh My Lord
69% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: One Man Down
Windows
Manage your fantasy city, balance resources, and navigate the demands of different factions. Unlock new characters to join your city and help maintain order. Earn new cosmetics to customize the look of your lord. But beware the dangers that plague your little city at night.
Why similar: Political Sim 35% ★, Strategy RPG 14.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 14.2%, Interactive Fiction 7.5%, Character Customization 7.1%
- #50 RIOT: Civil Unrest
70% matchMixed68% of 1,899 reviews2019
Dev: Leonard MenchiariPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 47%
As civil crisis deepens and inequality tears the very fabric of society the discontentment of the masses manifests itself in violent public disturbances and civil disorder. Play as the police or the angry horde as RIOT – Civil Unrest places you in some of the world’s most fractious disputes.
Why similar: Political Sim 46.4% ★, Political 32.2% ★, Strategy 12.1%, Simulation 9%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #51 Kommissar
71% matchNegative17% of 36 reviews2017
Dev: Beardserk
Windows
Kommissar is a political prosecution simulator in a totalitarian regime. Keep the Independent City-State of Roulettenburg united under the regime iron fist. Watch for your fellow citizens and seize the dissidents for the glory of the fatherland.
Why similar: Political Sim 60% ★, Political 16.7% ★, Simulation 6.3%, Strategy 6.1%, Interactive Fiction 4.3%
- #52 Civic Story
68% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Shining Spark Entertainment Ltd
Windows
When a sudden election rocks the country, whose side are you on? In Civic Story, you'll encounter colorful characters & situations that show how the upcoming election affects you, your colleagues, and the nation in this comedic 8-chapter Visual Novel parody that helps you understand our world today.
Why similar: Political Sim 35.9% ★, Political 21.3% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 12.2%, Visual Novel 10.2%, Interactive Fiction 7.7%
- #53 Richard
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Act V Games
Windows · Mac
Welcome to Rose Academy, home to the brightest students in the world! Play as the new transfer student, George, as he embarks on his campaign against Richard, the most popular kid in school. Develop friendships, master your grades, and talk your way to earning the title of Prom King!
Why similar: Political Sim 37% ★, Strategy RPG 13.6%, Political 12% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 10.3%, Visual Novel 8.6%
- #54 Pitchforks and Daggers
65% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Idan Sheinkman
Windows · Linux
How far will you go to keep your crown? A branching court politics drama, where every choice matters. Navigate treacherous lords, scheming family members, and angry peasants- all while trying to secure your kingdom’s future.
Why similar: Choose Your Own Adventure 20.6%, Political 18.5% ★, Political Sim 15.1% ★, Visual Novel 11.1%, Interactive Fiction 11%
- #55 Compensation Not Guaranteed
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Project LunchPub: Toge Productions
Windows
Peek into Southeast Asian politics through a lens darkly. Check ownership for authenticity, listen to stories, decide who should give up their land in the name of PROGRESS!
Why similar: Political Sim 47.3% ★, Political 28.9% ★, Simulation 8.7%, Choices Matter 8%, Multiple Endings 3.6%
- #56 Norman's Great Illusion
68% matchMixed66% of 41 reviews2019
Dev: Civil Savages
Windows
"Norman's Great Illusion" is a 2D pixel art visual novel in which you have to live a year as an engineer at the plant in the face of rising social tensions. Make difficult decisions, but keep in mind: you will have to pay for each choice
Why similar: Political Sim 41% ★, Political 23.9% ★, Nonlinear 6.4%, Choose Your Own Adventure 5.9%, Choices Matter 5.8%
- #57 Project Syria
69% matchMixed41% of 71 reviews2016
Dev: Emblematic Group
Windows
Nearly one half of Syria’s 23 million people have been displaced in its civil war and no group has been as severely affected as children. Children make up more than half of the three million refugees living in camps some news reports indicate that children are actually being specifically targeted in the violence.
Why similar: Political Sim 59.2% ★, Political 32.1% ★, Simulation 8.7%
- #58 Ostalgie: The Berlin Wall
67% matchVery Positive93% of 722 reviews2018
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 13.9 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 32.8% ★, Political 20.7% ★, Strategy RPG 9.5%, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.7%, Nonlinear 6.6%
- #59 The Life and Suffering of Prince Jerian
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Schisma GamesPub: 101XP
Windows
This is a narrative role-playing game telling the story of a crown prince of the Blessed Arknian Empire. You possess great power, but are also burdened by duty. Can you change the world and stay true to yourself? Every decision comes with a cost.
Why similar: Political Sim 37.1% ★, Political 16.3% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.1%, Choices Matter 10.5%, RPG 8.3%
- #60 Elect
65% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Rgold
Windows · Mac
Elect is a multiplayer political simulation game. Run in elections, join or lead a political party, and vote on laws in the U.S. and 15+ other countries. Become your country's leader and declare wars, send foreign aid, appoint a cabinet, fight pandemics, vote in the United Nations, and more.
Why similar: Political Sim 42.8% ★, Political 28.6% ★, Strategy RPG 11%, RPG 7%, Strategy 6%