Games Like Rulers of Nations

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 89.3% ★, Strategy 7.2%, Simulation 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: An earlier entry in the same series that shares the exact same core engine and complex political management systems.

The latest edition of the ultrarealistic world simulator where you play as the Head of State or as the opposition! New Additions: dive deeper into the war in the Ukraine with artillery, trenches, mines, troop morale, etc; detailed immigration management; the justice system; and children.

Why similar: Political Sim 89.8% ★, Strategy 8.3%, Simulation 1.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is the most direct successor to the seed game, featuring updated data and refined mechanics for modern geopolitical simulation.

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 82.1% ★, Strategy 13.8%, Simulation 4%

Why You'll Like It: Combines real-time military strategy with deep economic and political management on a global scale.

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 84.6% ★, Strategy 12.1%, Simulation 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the domestic policy and legislative side of governing a modern nation.

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 85.7% ★, Strategy 11.4%, Simulation 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep simulation of 19th and 20th-century national economy, politics, and social reform.

An alien invasion has fractured humanity into seven ideological factions each with a unique vision for the future. Lead your chosen faction to take control of Earth’s nations, expand across the Solar System, and battle enemy fleets in tactical combat.

Why similar: Strategy 76.8%, Simulation 23.2%

Why You'll Like It: A complex grand strategy game where you manage a shadow organization to influence global politics and space exploration.

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 74.1% ★, Strategy 20.1%, Simulation 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a streamlined but engaging look at modern global politics, diplomacy, and conflict management.

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 100% ★

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-heavy political sim that forces you to make difficult choices as a president navigating a crumbling nation.

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: Strategy 73.8%, Simulation 26.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern iteration of the Supreme Ruler series that emphasizes military and geopolitical control in a near-future setting.

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 90.3% ★, Strategy 6.9%, Simulation 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A well-regarded political simulator that uses a complex neural network to model the impact of government policies on the populace.

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 76.6%, Simulation 23.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides an unparalleled level of detail in managing a state-run economy and national infrastructure.

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 90.7% ★, Strategy 6.7%, Simulation 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep simulation of the electoral and legislative process, allowing you to rise from local office to national leadership.

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 85.7% ★, Strategy 11.2%, Simulation 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic geopolitical simulator that allows for extensive control over a nation's military, economic, and diplomatic policies.

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: Strategy 78.6%, Simulation 21.4%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based political sim where you manage a fictional nation while balancing internal stability and international relations.

Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.

Why similar: Strategy 89.5%, Simulation 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for grand strategy, focusing on the political and military mobilization of nations during the mid-20th century.

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 77.1% ★, Strategy 21.3%, Simulation 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: The original title in the series, offering a solid foundation for managing a country's influence in the modern world.

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 87% ★, Strategy 9.4%, Simulation 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses specifically on the legislative branch of government, requiring you to pass laws and manage political parties.

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 86.9% ★, Strategy 12%, Simulation 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging simulation of managing the Soviet Union during the Cold War, requiring careful balancing of political factions.

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 77.5% ★, Strategy 16.8%, Simulation 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A recent iteration in the Eversim series that maintains the core simulation depth of the seed game.

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 86.1% ★, Strategy 10.7%, Simulation 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: An earlier version of the modern Eversim engine that provides a similar experience to the seed game.

Fate of the World is a dramatic global strategy game that puts all our futures in your hands. The game features a dramatic set of scenarios based on the latest science covering the next two centuries. You must manage a balancing act of protecting the Earth’s resources and climate versus the needs of an ever-growing world population, who...

Why similar: Political Sim 83.9% ★, Strategy 12.5%, Simulation 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A turn-based strategy game centered on managing global climate, social, and political crises over the next century.

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 89.7% ★, Strategy 7.3%, Simulation 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward simulation that tasks you with managing a country's budget and social policies.

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 81.2% ★, Strategy 14.3%, Simulation 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging simulation where you must maintain power in a volatile nation while dealing with international sanctions.

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 83.3% ★, Strategy 12.8%, Simulation 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: The latest entry in the SuperPower series, focusing on modern global strategy and state management.

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 86.2% ★, Strategy 10.3%, Simulation 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A specialized version of the Democracy series that focuses on the unique political and economic challenges of African nations.

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 75.7% ★, Strategy 19.4%, Simulation 5%

Why You'll Like It: While more lighthearted, it offers a deep simulation of managing a nation's economy, infrastructure, and political stability.

Carefully guide your nation from the era of absolute monarchies in the early 19th century, through expansion and colonization, to finally become a truly great power by the dawn of the 20th century. Victoria II is a grand strategy game played during the colonial era of the 19th century, where the player takes control of a country, guiding...

Why similar: Political Sim 82% ★, Strategy 15.3%, Simulation 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cult classic grand strategy game known for its incredibly detailed economic and political simulation systems.

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 76.4% ★, Strategy 23.6%

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 75.4% ★, Strategy 20.6%, Simulation 4%

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 87.4% ★, Strategy 10.8%, Simulation 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: A satirical yet mechanically sound simulation of managing a small nation as a dictator.

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 82.7% ★, Strategy 13.3%, Simulation 4%

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 83.1% ★, Strategy 12.8%, Simulation 4.1%

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 80.6% ★, Strategy 13%, Simulation 6.4%

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 83.6% ★, Strategy 12.6%, Simulation 3.8%

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: Political Sim 82.4% ★, Strategy 13.4%, Simulation 4.2%

On Tuesday, November 6th Americans will vote to shape the future of their country. Why wait? Start shaping your country's future now in Democracy 2.

Why similar: Political Sim 86.6% ★, Strategy 10%, Simulation 3.4%

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 86.9% ★, Strategy 10%, Simulation 3.1%

Do you have what it takes to become President of the United States? Can you win the Two Seventy (270) Electoral Votes needed for victory in the US Election?

Why similar: Strategy 100%

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 64% ★, Strategy 29.7%, Simulation 6.2%

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: Strategy 77.2%, Simulation 22.8%

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: Strategy 46.4%, Political Sim 38.6% ★, Simulation 14.9%

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: Political Sim 73.8% ★, Strategy 26.2%

Become a parliamentarian, create a powerful party, and lead it to victory in this humorous adventure game. Manage your popularity and dignity, use unique powers, and navigate a storyline inspired by current events.

Why similar: Political Sim 76.6% ★, Strategy 17.9%, Simulation 5.4%

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 82.6% ★, Strategy 13.3%, Simulation 4.2%

Real-Time Strategy Game. Guide your nation through the most violent era in modern history. Play massive campaigns as one of the principal nations, set-piece scenarios of famous battles, or set your own victory condition and play as any nation in the world in Sandbox mode.

Why similar: Strategy 77.4%, Simulation 22.6%

Create a 21st century micro-nation and experiment with economic and political ideals. Futuristic skyscrapers or spreading slums, the Nation relies on your economic and city planning skills.

Why similar: Political Sim 80.2% ★, Strategy 14.8%, Simulation 5%

Become the Dictator of Gradnar! Rule the nation, choose between democracy and tyranny, wage wars with a unique card-based mechanic, and expand your empire. A political dystopia packed with satire and humor!

Why similar: Strategy 74.8%, Simulation 25.2%

Become one of today's world leaders and change the world order!WARNING: Our special 80% discount is limited only to the 10,000 first players! Do not wait!

Why similar: Simulation 100%

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 82.1% ★, Strategy 13.6%, Simulation 4.3%

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 82.2% ★, Strategy 13.5%, Simulation 4.2%

A turn-based strategy game where you lead a secret society towards world domination. Investigate the influential and convert them to your faction via bribery, seduction and intimidation. Reshape society's power structures to fend off rival societies and the world's nations in your quest for power.

Why similar: Political Sim 83.2% ★, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 3.9%

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 77.8% ★, Strategy 18.5%, Simulation 3.6%

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: Strategy 100%

Economic booms, stock market crashes, oil crises, upswings, triumphs... Now you can become the greatest power in industry!

Why similar: Strategy 77.8%, Simulation 22.2%

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 84.8% ★, Strategy 13.8%, Simulation 1.4%

In the unique world of this political simulator, you travel to Europe, 1932-1935, to become the party leader in one of the following countries: Germany, France, or England. You have a real chance to become the winner of WWII even before it begins...

Why similar: Strategy 76.1%, Simulation 23.9%

In this Grand Strategy game, you take control of the Solar System's Great Powers in 2092 and weather the storm of change as you navigate the uncertain waters of the future. Control the greatest military forces in the world and wage wars on an epic scale: outer space is yours to conquer!

Why similar: Political Sim 82% ★, Strategy 15.4%, Simulation 2.6%