Games Like RIOT: Civil Unrest

A revolutionary crowd-based retro brawler

Why similar: Political 71% ★, Indie 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Action 7.7%, 2D 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: Shares a similar pixel-art aesthetic and focuses on leading a protest movement against oppressive forces.

A fresh take on top-down shooters with an emphasis on tactics that forces you to make split second decisions. Neutralize criminals, rescue civilians and defuse bombs in Single Player mode or Co-op. And remember - shooting first is not an option!

Why similar: Strategy 24.7%, Simulation 20%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Crime 10.1%, Violent 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features tactical police gameplay that mirrors the high-stakes, split-second decision-making required in volatile environments.

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: Strategy 25.9%, Simulation 22.6%, RTS 21.6%, Historical 21.3%, Multiplayer 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on stabilizing regions and managing public discontent through tactical and political intervention.

Berlin 1933. “Adolf Hitler is chancellor!” We all know the consequences this message bore. Unspeakable horrors and suffering would sweep across the world. Few would stand and fight the monstrosity that was the German Reich. Will you? Lead an underground resistance group Through the Darkest of Times.

Why similar: Strategy 35.3%, Simulation 29.3%, Historical 14.7%, Indie 10.7%, Political Sim 6.9% ★

Why You'll Like It: Captures the intense struggle of resistance movements operating against an oppressive regime.

The Westport Independent is a censorship simulator taking place in a post-war country, governed by the recently elected Loyalist Party. As the editor of one of the last independent newspapers in the country, your job is to remove and edit the content of your paper, affecting the people’s opinion of both the rebels and the Loyalist...

Why similar: Political 61.1% ★, Simulation 27.8%, Indie 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Explores the consequences of political censorship and media control in a dystopian society.

Game about the difficult work of people that manage emergency lines and services. Answer incoming calls and react properly - give first aid instructions, advise, dispatch correct number of firemen / police / ambulances, or sometimes - just ignore the call. Play on ANY CITY in the world!

Why similar: Strategy 39.1%, Simulation 38.9%, Crime 10.5%, Indie 7.3%, 2D 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a management-heavy experience of handling emergency situations and public safety in real-time.

The Riot Police need great operators like you. Protect the peace in real places and manifestations. Your ability, perception, and skills will be tested. Control the Uncontrollable!

Why similar: Simulation 31%, Strategy 30.5%, RTS 30.5%, Action 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: Directly simulates the management of civil unrest and the tactical deployment of forces to maintain order.

Congratulations. The October labor lottery is complete. Your name was pulled. For immediate placement, report to the Ministry of Admission at Grestin Border Checkpoint. An apartment will be provided for you and your family in East Grestin. Expect a Class-8 dwelling.

Why similar: Simulation 34.1%, Pixel Graphics 30.2%, Indie 18.9%, Strategy 12.1%, 2D 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: Immerses the player in the bureaucratic and moral pressures of a dystopian state where every decision has political weight.

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 34.6% ★, Political 27.9% ★, Strategy 17.7%, Simulation 14.5%, Indie 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a grand-strategy look at managing nations through complex political and social crises.

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 86.2% ★, Simulation 10.3%, 2D 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep political decision-making that mirrors the consequences and social fallout seen in civil unrest.

Counter Terrorist Agency lets you fight international terrorism and prevent attacks all over the world. Use modern invigilation techniques, discover connections, interrogate suspects, eliminate threats and dismantle terrorist networks.

Why similar: Strategy 33.6%, Simulation 29.5%, Crime 14.4%, Indie 10.6%, Action 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Emphasizes tactical management and intelligence gathering in high-pressure, politically charged scenarios.

Person of European Heritage #112: Welcome to Relocation Block B, your new home. Your designated role is 'Bouncer'. Work hard, stay out of trouble, and we might let you stay in the UK.

Why similar: Simulation 48%, Pixel Graphics 41.4%, Indie 6.2%, 2D 3.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: A dystopian simulation that deals with social tension, immigration, and political fallout in a fractured nation.

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 47.5% ★, Political 36.8% ★, Simulation 7.2%, Strategy 6.5%, Indie 2%

Why You'll Like It: A detailed simulation of the electoral and political systems that drive social change.

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 62% ★, Strategy 15.7%, Simulation 13.2%, Indie 4.4%, Violent 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the surveillance and moral dilemmas inherent in living and working within an authoritarian society.

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 38.2% ★, Political Sim 32.2% ★, Strategy 9%, Simulation 7.7%, Historical 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Examines the influence of money and power on political systems and social structures.

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 64.9% ★, Strategy 13.8%, Simulation 12.3%, Indie 4.3%, Multiplayer 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the legislative and political maneuvering required to shape a society and manage public opinion.

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 64.3% ★, Strategy 16.9%, Simulation 13.4%, Indie 3.6%, 2D 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive political simulation that allows for testing the impact of social policies on public stability.

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 70.9% ★, Strategy 18.2%, Simulation 4.7%, Historical 4.3%, Indie 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: Simulates the collapse and political management of a state during a historical period of extreme instability.

In This War Of Mine you do not play as an elite soldier, rather a group of civilians trying to survive in a besieged city; struggling with lack of food, medicine and constant danger from snipers and hostile scavengers. The game provides an experience of war seen from an entirely new angle.

Why similar: Strategy 49.9%, Simulation 37.8%, Indie 10.3%, Singleplayer 2%

Why You'll Like It: Highlights the civilian experience during periods of intense conflict and social instability.

In POLICE TACTICS: IMPERIO you start your career as an aspiring police chief in Newport Falls, a city that is dirty and corrupt to its core. You are responsible for upholding law and order. Coordinate the emergency vehicles and personnel of the municipal precinct and put a stop to crime.

Why similar: Strategy 54.6%, Simulation 45.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a management-focused approach to maintaining order and responding to crime in a city.

Ultimate General: Civil War is a tactical real time strategy war-game. Experience the bloodiest period of U.S. history - the American Civil War of 1861-1865.

Why similar: RTS 32.1%, Strategy 28.6%, Historical 20.1%, Simulation 14.3%, Multiplayer 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a tactical wargame experience with large-scale unit management in a historical conflict.

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 45.9% ★, Strategy 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, RTS 10.2%, Simulation 8%

Why You'll Like It: A political simulation that deals with modern social issues and electoral dynamics.

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 53.6% ★, Political 23.4% ★, Strategy 12.4%, Simulation 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A deep simulation of national governance and international political relations with a focus on crisis management.

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: Strategy 38.2%, Simulation 33.3%, Historical 27.7%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: Manages the complex intersection of state planning, economic management, and social stability.

Big Brother has arrived - and it’s you. Investigate the lives of citizens to find those responsible for a series of terror attacks. Information from the internet, personal communications and private files are all accessible to you. But, be warned, the information you supply will have consequences.

Why similar: Simulation 55.2%, Political Sim 42.9% ★, Indie 1.8%, Singleplayer 0.2%

Why You'll Like It: Explores the power of information and surveillance as a tool for political control.

'Riot Control Simulator: Rookie Day' places you in a law enforcement role during minor post-match riots. Manage crowds, establish secure perimeters, and navigate confrontations, choosing strategies that prioritize bystander safety. Learn, decide, and lead! *This is a free prologue*

Why similar: Simulation 34.3%, Political Sim 28.4% ★, Crime 16.6%, Action 9%, Indie 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Simulates the specific mechanics of crowd control and police response in a modern urban setting.

Modern-warfare RTS/sandbox game inspired by the real conflicts in the Middle East. Fight a counter-insurgency war, protect the civilian population, casevac your wounded and decide how the world sees your struggle. And remember - no one gets left behind.

Why similar: Strategy 34.2%, Simulation 24.7%, RTS 21.6%, Violent 9.5%, Indie 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on tactical combat and military management in volatile, war-torn regions.

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 80.2% ★, Simulation 12.3%, 2D 3.6%, Indie 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: Explores how media influence shapes public opinion and political outcomes in a dystopian setting.

Agenda is a strategy simulation game in which you control a world-wide independent agency with a set goal of world domination. Try to claim your global influence through the power of your allies and covert operations such as assassinations, bribery or fraud.

Why similar: Strategy 45.8%, Simulation 38.9%, Indie 15.3%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy game centered on global political manipulation and clandestine control.

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 44.1% ★, Political Sim 23% ★, Strategy 19.8%, Simulation 12.1%, 2D 0.8%

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 53.6% ★, Strategy 14.5%, Simulation 13%, Historical 11.6%, Indie 4.3%

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 37.3% ★, Political 33.7% ★, Simulation 15.7%, Strategy 11.2%, 2D 2%

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 39.2% ★, Political Sim 36.1% ★, Simulation 7.9%, Strategy 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

Select an era, a nation and lead it to greatness or decay. Develop the economy and society, or focus on military and territorial expansion. In Nations you can rule your people for centuries – from ancient times to the modern day and beyond. You shape your state, history and map of the world.

Why similar: Political Sim 39.8% ★, Strategy 23.6%, RTS 16.7%, Historical 15.7%, Indie 2.6%

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 47.9% ★, Strategy 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, RTS 9.6%, Historical 7.7%

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 47.9% ★, Political 30.9% ★, Strategy 11%, Simulation 5.1%, Indie 3.5%

War of Rights is a first person multiplayer game featuring massive 400 player battles with a focus on historical authenticity, teamplay and immersion. It is set during the perilous days of the American Civil War, in the Maryland Campaign of September, 1862.

Why similar: Historical 31.9%, Simulation 21.6%, Strategy 19%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Violent 7.9%

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 37.7% ★, Political 31.5% ★, Strategy 10.6%, Simulation 9.7%, Historical 8.5%

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 58% ★, Strategy 19%, Simulation 16.9%, Indie 6.2%

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 55.6% ★, RTS 17.4%, Strategy 13%, Simulation 10.6%, Action 3.3%

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 48.4% ★, Strategy 18.4%, Simulation 18%, RTS 13.3%, Indie 1.6%

FIRST STRIKE is a fast paced real time strategy game where you play one of the twelve biggest nuclear superpowers of the world – from known superpowers like the USA to an upstart hellraiser like North Korea – and try to be the last one remaining when the whole world blows to smithereens.

Why similar: RTS 31.7%, Strategy 29.3%, Simulation 23.9%, Multiplayer 8.9%, Action 5.2%

Manage emergency services in any city in the world! Take calls and dispatch rescue forces. Handle difficult situations, now depending on the weather, and traffic. Help the citizens through cataclysms and natural disasters, becoming a better emergency number operator every day!

Why similar: Simulation 39.1%, RTS 27.7%, Strategy 26.4%, 2D 5.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%

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 56.8% ★, Strategy 28.7%, Historical 7%, Simulation 6.5%, Indie 1%

Lead a ragtag squad of cops in rebellion against their town's new criminal power and see how long you can hold out in this unforgiving turn-based spin-off game from This Is the Police. You'll be desperately short on supplies, and a single shot can cost a cop their life.

Why similar: Strategy 73.7%, Violent 17.5%, Indie 7.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%

As a judge of the Revolutionary Tribunal, preside over complicated cases of ordinary citizens, dangerous criminals, and enemies of the revolution in revolutionary Paris. Make judgments, plot political intrigue, and try to not lose your own head!

Why similar: Political Sim 51.9% ★, Strategy 12.4%, Historical 12.2%, Simulation 11.7%, Crime 9%

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 75.3% ★, Strategy 14.2%, Simulation 10%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Lead the CIA or KGB in a turn-based global strategy. Influence nations, run covert ops, and win the Cold War without firing a shot.

Why similar: Political 43.4% ★, Strategy 21.9%, Political Sim 15.1% ★, Historical 7.9%, Simulation 7%

Things were worse than ever in Banana Republic, a somber island country. While anarchists roamed the streets, corruption was running deeper due to economic crisis and rising crime rates. Bearing these burdens were "judges" who tried to make things right with honesty...

Why similar: Political Sim 27.9% ★, Simulation 24.3%, Crime 17.8%, Strategy 14.9%, Indie 8.7%

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 68.7% ★, Strategy 15.4%, Simulation 12.1%, 2D 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Mud and Blood, the cult classic flash real time strategy game, returns with its signature take on infantry tactics. Command a small squad through brutal battles against unfair odds. This is combat. Experience the chaos and unceremonious violence of modern war, where every decision counts.

Why similar: RTS 43.8%, Strategy 38.8%, Action 8.1%, Indie 8.1%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Battle Cry of Freedom brings brutal real-time first and third-person combat set in the 19th Century America, presenting players with the opportunity to re-fight the American Civil War as either the Union or the Confederates.

Why similar: Strategy 26.4%, Historical 25.3%, Simulation 24.5%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Indie 7.7%

Will YOU control Congress, the Supreme Court, or the Presidency? In Battle for the Hill, a real-time multiplayer political strategy game, you’ll pass laws, shape the economy, and fight for power. Build alliances, manipulate the system, or dominate the market—every decision changes history.

Why similar: Political Sim 65.8% ★, Simulation 15.4%, RTS 14.1%, Multiplayer 4.7%

Sandbox economic simulation game about class struggle. European country is in a deep crisis. You are the mayor of the capital. Social unrest is inevitable. What price will you pay to save your people from anarchy?

Why similar: Political 51.3% ★, Strategy 29.5%, Simulation 11.4%, Indie 4.1%, 2D 3.2%

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 59.1% ★, Strategy 19.2%, Historical 10.3%, Simulation 8.6%, 2D 2.5%

A sardonic take on nationalism and the Cold War though a minimalist and fast paced RTS. Scheme your way through a highly replayable campaign, or conduct some "diplomacy" on your "friends" in multiplayer.

Why similar: Political Sim 30.5% ★, RTS 22.3%, Simulation 16.9%, Strategy 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%

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 53.9% ★, Simulation 13.4%, Strategy 13.2%, Historical 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

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 44.8% ★, Political 36.4% ★, Simulation 14.2%, Indie 4.6%

Take control of the National Nightly News, as a radical government comes to power. In this immersive, high-pressure, propaganda sim, you control what the people see and determine what’s Not For Broadcast.

Why similar: Political 51.2% ★, Political Sim 37.8% ★, Simulation 8.2%, Indie 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.3%