- #1 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition
97% matchMixed59% of 964 reviews2022
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
New edition of the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Major developments: the war in the Ukraine and all of its consequences, conspiracy theories, fake news, interference by secret services, animal welfare and climate objectives.
Why similar: Political Sim 28% ★, Politics 15.3% ★, Wargame 15.2%, RTS 10%, Real Time Tactics 7.8%
- #2 Power & Revolution 2021 Edition
96% matchMixed56% of 836 reviews2021
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
A new expansion of the ultra-realistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! New Features for 2021: administration of the EU, Covid vaccinations, Biden's Challenge, political coalitions, diplomatic negotiations, worldwide tax and free-trade agreements.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.4% ★, Politics 15.4% ★, Wargame 13.8%, RTS 9.1%, Real Time Tactics 7.1%
- #3 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition
96% matchMixed62% of 850 reviews2020
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
The new version of Geopolitical Simulator 4, the ultrarealistic simulator of today's world where you play as the head of state or as the opposition! Stop the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic and restart the economy, participate in the US elections or engage in lightning wars with new 2020 scenarios.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.3% ★, Political Sim 28.1% ★, Wargame 14.6%, Economy 10.6%, Management 7.9%
- #4 Power & Revolution 2019 Edition
95% 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 52.7% ★, Politics 24.2% ★, Economy 7.6%, Strategy 6.7%, Simulation 4.8%
- #5 Power & Revolution
94% matchMixed56% of 1,295 reviews2016
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
In Power & Revolution, become a Head of State of one or several countries of your choice and extend your influence on the world, or play as a legal or illegal opposition leader and get ready for the conquest to power!
Why similar: Political Sim 48.4% ★, Politics 32.4% ★, Economy 11.1%, Strategy 4.8%, Simulation 3.4%
- #6 Geo-Political Simulator 5
94% matchMostly Negative33% of 702 reviews2024
Dev: Eversim
Windows
The new 5th edition of the hyperrealistic global simulator game where you play as the Head of State or as the opposition or the president of a large multinational company, with a completely redesigned interface, a new ultra-detailed map, complete control of companies and new scenarios for 2024.
Why similar: Political Sim 27.8% ★, Wargame 16.1%, Politics 12.1% ★, RTS 10.7%, Real Time Tactics 8.4%
- #7 Geo-Political Simulator 2026 Edition
93% matchMixed51% of 237 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 31.4% ★, Wargame 17.4%, Politics 13.5% ★, RTS 11.5%, Real Time Tactics 7.7%
- #8 Democracy 4
92% matchVery Positive82% of 6,313 reviews2022
Dev: Positech Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Democracy 4 lets you take the role of President / Prime minister, govern the country (choosing its policies, laws and other actions), and both transform the country as you see fit, while trying to retain enough popularity to get re-elected...
Why similar: Political Sim 28.2% ★, Politics 24.5% ★, Diplomacy 21.2% ★, Economy 11.3%, Management 7.3%
- #9 Victoria 3
91% matchMostly Positive70% of 59,549 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 14.7 hrsMean: 116.7 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 28.7% ★, Diplomacy 23.3% ★, Politics 20.9% ★, Economy 13.5%, Management 6.4%
- #10 SuperPower 2 Steam Edition
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,847 reviews2014
Dev: GolemLabsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 87.2 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 52% ★, Politics 28.5% ★, Economy 8.5%, Strategy 5.3%, Simulation 3.5%
- #11 World Warfare & Economics
89% matchMixed61% of 677 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 25.3% ★, Diplomacy 20.4% ★, Politics 16.7% ★, Economy 10%, RTS 9.1%
- #12 Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
87% matchVery Positive91% of 25,891 reviews2024
Dev: 3DivisionPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.4 hrsMean: 73.1 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: Diplomacy 38.5% ★, Economy 26.4%, Management 16.7%, Strategy 7.7%, Simulation 5.5%
- #13 Masters of the World - Geopolitical Simulator 3
90% matchMixed45% of 610 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 59% ★, Politics 29.4% ★, Simulation 4.2%, Strategy 3.8%, Economy 3.6%
- #14 Realpolitiks
89% matchMixed62% of 1,237 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: Diplomacy 35.4% ★, Political Sim 31.1% ★, Politics 25.5% ★, Strategy 6.8%, Simulation 1.3%
- #15 Europa Universalis V
86% matchMixed69% of 28,382 reviews2025
Dev: Paradox TintoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 50.7 hrsMean: 103.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Use war, trade or diplomacy to satisfy your grandest ambitions and dominate five centuries of history in the newest version of Europa Universalis, Paradox Interactive's flagship historical grand strategy game.
Why similar: Diplomacy 31.8% ★, Wargame 18.9%, Trading 18.6%, Economy 15.2%, Realistic 4%
- #16 Supreme Ruler 2030
86% matchMixed64% of 544 reviews2023
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Rise to power as any modern day country in a realistic military, political and economic simulation. Command your country's diplomacy, espionage, and resource management to strengthen your position. Use real-time tactical control of your military to fortify your place as the Supreme Ruler.
Why similar: Diplomacy 22.2% ★, Politics 19.3% ★, Wargame 17.2%, RTS 11.2%, Economy 9.7%
- #17 SuperPower 3
88% matchOverwhelmingly Negative10% of 1,213 reviews2022
Dev: GolemLabsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
SuperPower 3 is a modern geopolitical sim in a planet Earth setup. Rule the world or challenge your knowledge about demography, economics, military strategy, as well as political issues across the globe. Compete with or against other players, or just try to do better than the real-life politicians.
Why similar: Political Sim 25.9% ★, Politics 16.4% ★, Wargame 14.8%, RTS 10%, Real Time Tactics 8.3%
- #18 Rebel Inc: Escalation
85% matchVery Positive82% of 7,279 reviews2021
Dev: Ndemic CreationsPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A unique and deeply engaging political/military strategic simulation from the creator of Plague Inc. Balance competing civilian and military priorities and deal with a deadly insurgency in order to stabilise a war-torn country.
Why similar: Diplomacy 44% ★, Economy 20.3%, RTS 13.6%, Management 12.4%, Strategy 5.3%
- #19 Age of History 3
84% matchVery Positive85% of 17,831 reviews2024
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 10.1 hrsMean: 37.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Grand strategy wargame where the destiny of Civilizations rests in your hands - will they stand united under your leadership or fall divided in conflict? Journey through the entire saga of human civilization, from its earliest days to the futuristic era, crafting your legacy age by age.
Why similar: Diplomacy 34.6% ★, Wargame 27.1%, Economy 15.2%, RTS 14%, Strategy 4.9%
- #20 Tropico 6
84% matchVery Positive88% of 29,005 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 29.3% ★, Politics 19.4% ★, Economy 17.3%, Diplomacy 12.7% ★, Management 10.3%
- #21 Democracy 3 Africa
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 410 reviews2016
Dev: Positech Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Democracy 3: Africa is the new standalone 're-imagining' of the hit political strategy game 'Democracy 3'. Set entirely in countries on the continent of Africa, D3:A puts you in charge of these countries and challenges you to stay in power whilst fixing each country's problems, improving the quality of life for your electorate, and...
Why similar: Political Sim 54.1% ★, Politics 36.7% ★, Strategy 5.1%, Simulation 4.1%
- #22 Realpolitiks II
82% matchMixed46% of 667 reviews2021
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 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 47.1% ★, Politics 30.8% ★, Strategy 10.1%, Simulation 6.8%, Realistic 4.9%
- #23 Imperator: Rome
81% matchMixed66% of 26,807 reviews2019
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 37.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Dominate the classical Mediterranean in Imperator: Rome, a grand strategy game from Paradox Interactive. Navigate the dangerous waters of politics and diplomacy as you build up your provinces and conquer foreign lands. Now available with special content and the digital artbook.
Why similar: Political Sim 50.9% ★, Politics 14.3% ★, Strategy 11%, Economy 10.8%, Management 7.6%
- #24 The Political Process
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,120 reviews2019
Dev: Verlumino Studios LLC
Windows
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 16.2 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 59.8% ★, Politics 33.5% ★, Strategy 3.5%, Simulation 3.2%
- #25 Plutocracy
80% matchVery Positive80% of 1,355 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 31.7% ★, Politics 24.6% ★, Economy 13.1%, Trading 12.4%, Management 8.9%
- #26 POWER
81% matchMixed57% of 113 reviews2020
Dev: Oppressive Games
Windows
Power is a global political and economic simulation game where you can play as a powerful politician or businessman in a number of detailed countries. Starting from nothing, you can seize the highest offices in the land through free and fair elections, or dirty tricks and deals.
Why similar: Diplomacy 41.8% ★, Politics 19.5% ★, Economy 12.4%, Management 11.3%, Political Sim 5.6% ★
- #27 Urban Empire
82% 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 34.9% ★, Politics 32.3% ★, Economy 13.4%, Management 9.6%, Strategy 6%
- #28 Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War
77% matchVery Positive81% of 669 reviews2025
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 30.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Crisis in the Kremlin is a global real-time political strategy about the Socialist world in its final decade. Shape the fate of the world as you manage economy, foreign relations, and domestic policy. Engage with countries across the globe, using diplomacy or even proxy wars to expand your reach.
Why similar: Political Sim 32.3% ★, Politics 27.5% ★, Diplomacy 20.2% ★, Economy 13.3%, Strategy 3.7%
- #29 Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond
79% matchMostly Negative38% of 289 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: Diplomacy 24.6% ★, Politics 24.3% ★, Political Sim 15.2% ★, Economy 14.6%, Wargame 8.3%
- #30 AfterWar
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 143 reviews2023
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028
Why similar: Political Sim 23.7% ★, Diplomacy 22.3% ★, Politics 16.3% ★, Economy 10.3%, RTS 8.8%
- #31 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,250 reviews2014
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 50.6 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 31.2% ★, Wargame 24.4%, Politics 21% ★, RTS 16.2%, Strategy 4.2%
- #32 Dummynation
75% matchVery Positive88% of 3,066 reviews2022
Dev: Alejandro Hernández Ferrero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 36.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Geopolitical management game with real-time shifting borders and a streamlined gameplay, designed to minimize all burdensome chores while allowing an absolute strategic control, from military recruitment and deployment, to diplomatic and economic management.
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.6% ★, Political Sim 15.4% ★, Economy 12.7%, Politics 12.3% ★, RTS 10.3%
- #33 Europa Universalis IV
76% matchVery Positive88% of 136,424 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 280.3 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: Diplomacy 41.2% ★, Wargame 24.3%, Economy 18.6%, Management 6.2%, Strategy 5.6%
- #34 Government Simulator
78% matchMixed47% of 188 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 54.4% ★, Politics 22.5% ★, Economy 10.4%, Management 5.6%, Strategy 3.5%
- #35 4th Generation Warfare
76% matchMixed56% of 163 reviews2022
Dev: Eversim
Windows
As the leader of a nation, dispatch and control your team of characters all around the world to destabilize your enemies and establish your supremacy. All methods are fair game: hacking, sabotage, political interference, military strikes, corruption, treachery, assassinations, data theft…
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.8% ★, Political Sim 20.6% ★, Politics 19% ★, Wargame 15%, RTS 10.1%
- #36 Trade Conquest
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 72 reviews2024
Dev: GrandPaw Games
Windows
Rise from a cunning strategist to a powerful ruler. Master economic warfare, manipulate global events, and build industries or armies to conquer the world. Every decision in this modern Grand Strategy game shapes your ascent to power—will you rise through wealth or force?
Why similar: Political Sim 23.1% ★, Diplomacy 19.6% ★, Politics 18.3% ★, Wargame 12.1%, Economy 10.2%
- #37 Simulator of Ukraine 1991
73% matchVery Positive87% of 222 reviews2024
Dev: Almost Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
This game is a global strategy, which is primarily focused on Ukraine after leaving the Soviet occupation. Here you will be given control of Ukraine with the opportunity to change history and intervene in the events of that time.
Why similar: Political Sim 46.2% ★, Wargame 13%, RTS 9.2%, Strategy 8.6%, Economy 8.6%
- #38 Lawgivers
75% matchVery Positive82% of 415 reviews2020
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Lawgivers is a turn-based political simulation game. Run for elections with your own party and enter parliament to approve or abolish laws. Appoint the president and decide whether you want a democracy or just a fake one instead.
Why similar: Political Sim 33.5% ★, Politics 27.4% ★, Diplomacy 26.6% ★, Management 6.8%, Strategy 2.9%
- #39 Vox Populi: Poland 2023
73% 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 38.9% ★, Politics 36.2% ★, RTS 11.3%, Management 6.3%, Strategy 4.7%
- #40 Citystate II
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,120 reviews2021
Dev: Andy Sztark
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 34% ★, Politics 23% ★, Economy 20.4%, Management 10.9%, Realistic 4.6%
- #41 Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,907 reviews2023
Dev: JoySpark Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Ages of Conflict is a versatile Map Simulation game where you create and observe custom AI nations battle it out across an infinite number of worlds. Paint beautiful maps and scenarios, and command nations to change history into your liking!
Why similar: Political Sim 28.4% ★, Diplomacy 23.8% ★, Politics 23.1% ★, Wargame 16.3%, Strategy 3%
- #42 Age of History 2: Definitive Edition
70% matchVery Positive82% of 1,613 reviews2026
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The grand strategy classic returns with improved gameplay, a massive 13,892 province map, expanded diplomacy and wartime capitulation, new civilizations and scenarios, atomic weapons, smarter AI, enhanced visuals, UI upgrades, and major performance improvements.
Why similar: Political Sim 38.8% ★, Diplomacy 35.2% ★, Wargame 21.8%, Strategy 3.2%, Simulation 1%
- #43 SUPREMACY: WORLD WAR 3
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,896 reviews2018
Dev: Dorado Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 35.8 hrs≥1hr: 60%
This Long Term Strategy Game lets you take control of the armed forces of your nation. Become responsible for its military expansion, technological research and economic development. Form alliances and wage total war for global dominance on the battlefields of World War 3.
Why similar: Diplomacy 28.1% ★, Wargame 25.9%, Politics 25.6% ★, RTS 11.2%, Strategy 6.7%
- #44 The Emperor and State
72% matchMixed57% of 327 reviews2024
Dev: 涂途Pub: Hawthorn Games
Windows
The Emperor and State is a turn-based strategy game that simulates the rule of an ancient feudal monarch. It involves the administration, policy adjustment, diplomatic checks and balances, national wars, as well as the emperor's self-cultivation, the cultivation of successors and so on.
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.4% ★, Politics 25.5% ★, Wargame 17.4%, Economy 13.2%, Management 8.1%
- #45 Democracy 3
72% matchMostly Positive74% of 7,255 reviews2013
Dev: Positech Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Have you ever wanted to be president? or prime-minister? Convinced you could do a better job of running the country? Let's face it, you could hardly do a worse job than our current political leaders.
Why similar: Political Sim 54.4% ★, Politics 30.2% ★, Economy 5.7%, Strategy 3.3%, Management 3.1%
- #46 Mr. President
68% matchVery Positive80% of 96 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 36.4% ★, Diplomacy 32.6% ★, Wargame 19.6%, Strategy 4.4%, Top-Down 3.6%
- #47 Lawgivers II
70% matchMixed70% of 668 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 31.3% ★, Diplomacy 28.8% ★, Politics 27% ★, Management 7.7%, Strategy 2.8%
- #48 Maestro's Cold War 2
68% matchVery Positive98% of 142 reviews2025
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Addictive yet chill. An immersive Cold War sandbox. Revive the Cold War in this classic strategy game—easy to pick up, yet challenging and deep, offering endless replayability.
Why similar: Political Sim 38.9% ★, Politics 30.6% ★, Wargame 20.6%, Simulation 3.3%, Top-Down 3.3%
- #49 Sigma Theory: Global Cold War
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,381 reviews2019
Dev: Mi-Clos StudioPub: Goblinz Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%
A Turn-based Strategy game in a futuristic global cold war from the award-winning creators of Out There. Recruit a squad of special agents and run your intel agency to secure the control of the singularity.
Why similar: Political Sim 38.3% ★, Politics 30.8% ★, Economy 12.5%, Management 9.1%, Strategy 3.1%
- #50 Transport Fever 2
69% matchVery Positive90% of 31,697 reviews2019
Dev: Urban GamesPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.7 hrsMean: 65.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The classic transport simulation genre has a new gold standard with Transport Fever 2. Discover a whole new world by navigating transport routes through land, water and air. May progress and prosperity find their way!
Why similar: Economy 34.6%, Management 28.2%, Strategy 11.6%, Realistic 10.2%, Simulation 10.2%
- #51 NationWar:Annals
71% matchMixed68% of 169 reviews2021
Dev: Yiming
Windows
This is a deep focus on the Spring and Autumn period of the Warring States period of the grand strategy and real-time combat fusion sandbox game.
Why similar: Diplomacy 28.2% ★, Political Sim 24.7% ★, Wargame 15%, RTS 10.9%, Real Time Tactics 8.8%
- #52 Rogue State
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 257 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 70.3% ★, Economy 12.8%, Strategy 9.8%, Simulation 7.2%
- #53 Political Arena
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 70 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 57.4% ★, Strategy 21.1%, Simulation 10.6%, Realistic 10.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #54 ICBM: Escalation
66% matchVery Positive88% of 1,325 reviews2024
Dev: SoftWarWarePub: Slitherine Ltd.
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
ICBM: Escalation is a grand RTS where you command armies, develop cutting-edge tech, and wield devastating weapons. Conquer enemies with conventional forces or nuclear firepower. With new modes like Standoff and Conquest, the game offers deep strategic layers in a global warfare setting.
Why similar: Wargame 45.8%, RTS 27.4%, Management 12.7%, Strategy 6.9%, Top-Down 6.4%
- #55 Rogue State Revolution
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 533 reviews2021
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.Pub: Modern Wolf
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Greetings your Excellency. Time to rebuild, reform and prepare for new challenges in the People's Republic of Basenji. In this thrilling political strategy, you will appoint ministers and lead the country to success. Be careful — you may find yourself replaced in the next election.
Why similar: Diplomacy 46.8% ★, Economy 22.3%, Management 14.6%, Strategy 6.3%, Resource Management 5.2%
- #56 Suzerain
67% matchVery Positive93% of 11,339 reviews2020
Dev: Torpor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 18.3 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 45% ★, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #57 Total Conflict: Resistance
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 5,169 reviews2023
Dev: Thunder Devs.
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Total Conflict: Resistance is a unique symbiosis of global strategy, tactics and first-person action. Realistic mass battles, many types of armored vehicles, weapons, uniforms, unique mechanics, immersive free gameplay. Lead any state and bring it to greatness!
Why similar: Political Sim 36.1% ★, Wargame 22.1%, RTS 14.8%, Real Time Tactics 12.1%, Realistic 8.9%
- #58 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
66% matchVery Positive87% of 751 reviews2023
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at Work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.7 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 25.2% ★, Diplomacy 23.6% ★, Politics 18.3% ★, Wargame 13.2%, Economy 9%
- #59 Turkish Throne
64% matchVery Positive93% of 348 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 47.9% ★, Politics 29% ★, Management 7.4%, Simulation 7.1%, Strategy 6.1%