- #1 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
97% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,248 reviews2014
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 50.2 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 35.1% ★, Grand Strategy 24% ★, Politics 17.2% ★, Strategy 6.6%, War 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Combines real-time tactical military control with deep economic and political management on a global scale.
- #2 Victoria 3
96% matchMostly Positive71% of 58,205 reviews2022
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 15.1 hrsMean: 114.1 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 37.6% ★, Grand Strategy 20% ★, Politics 19.9% ★, Economy 7.4%, Strategy 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features a highly detailed economic and political simulation that allows for intricate control over a nation's internal and external affairs.
- #3 Terra Invicta
96% matchVery Positive81% of 9,023 reviews2026
Dev: Pavonis InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 51.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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: Grand Strategy 36.9% ★, War 16.2%, Economy 14.4%, Strategy 12.6%, Simulation 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep geopolitical simulation where you manage a shadow organization to influence global politics and defend Earth from an alien threat.
- #4 Hearts of Iron IV
95% matchVery Positive90% of 360,411 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30.8 hrsMean: 292.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: Grand Strategy 44.8% ★, Strategy 19.9%, War 18.2%, Simulation 6.4%, Multiplayer 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides the definitive global military and political management experience with complex production, research, and diplomatic systems.
- #5 Realpolitiks II
94% matchMixed46% of 666 reviews2021
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.9 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 39.3% ★, Grand Strategy 20.8% ★, Politics 18.6% ★, Strategy 11.9%, Simulation 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on modern global politics, requiring players to balance diplomacy, espionage, and military force to maintain national stability.
- #6 Power & Revolution 2023 Edition
94% matchMixed58% of 621 reviews2023
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
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 51.8% ★, Politics 28.6% ★, Economy 8.6%, Strategy 5.3%, Simulation 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Serves as a modern, comprehensive geopolitical simulator that allows you to act as a head of state with granular control over policy.
- #7 Democracy 4
93% matchVery Positive82% of 6,264 reviews2022
Dev: Positech Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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 40.3% ★, Politics 25.6% ★, Grand Strategy 13.8% ★, Economy 6.9%, Strategy 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a sophisticated simulation of government policy-making where every decision impacts your approval ratings and the nation's economic health.
- #8 Age of History II
92% matchVery Positive90% of 49,233 reviews2018
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows
Median: 12.2 hrsMean: 61.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Age of History II is a grand strategy wargame that is simple to learn yet hard to master.Your objective is to use military tactics and cunning diplomacy to either unify the world, or conquer it.Will the world bleed out or bow before you? The choice is yours..
Why similar: Political Sim 32.2% ★, Grand Strategy 23.1% ★, Politics 14.7% ★, Strategy 11.8%, War 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a streamlined yet expansive grand strategy experience focused on global conquest and diplomatic maneuvering.
- #9 Supreme Ruler 2030
91% matchMixed64% of 536 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: Politics 26.7% ★, Grand Strategy 26.2% ★, War 13%, Strategy 7.9%, Economy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Updates the classic Supreme Ruler formula with modern geopolitical scenarios and enhanced tactical combat systems.
- #10 Masters of the World - Geopolitical Simulator 3
91% matchMixed45% of 609 reviews2014
Dev: Eversim
Windows · Mac
Discover the industry standard for geopolitical simulation of today’s world!In Masters of the World, the third incarnation of Geopolitical Simulator, play as the head of state of one or more countries and expand your influence across the globe.
Why similar: Political Sim 56.2% ★, Politics 20.3% ★, Grand Strategy 10.4% ★, Simulation 6.6%, Strategy 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the geopolitical simulation genre that emphasizes realistic political and economic decision-making.
- #11 Imperator: Rome
90% matchMixed65% of 26,771 reviews2019
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 37.3 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 38.1% ★, Grand Strategy 27.1% ★, Strategy 11.6%, Politics 7.8% ★, Simulation 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep political and character-driven management within a grand strategy framework set in the ancient world.
- #12 Dummynation
89% matchVery Positive88% of 2,951 reviews2022
Dev: Alejandro Hernández Ferrero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 36.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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: Grand Strategy 24.5% ★, Political Sim 24% ★, Politics 14% ★, Economy 8.3%, War 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an accessible but addictive take on global conquest and geopolitical strategy in a real-time environment.
- #13 Stellaris
88% matchVery Positive86% of 191,915 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.5 hrsMean: 142.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Explore a galaxy full of wonders in this sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studios. Interact with diverse alien races, discover strange new worlds with unexpected events and expand the reach of your empire. Each new adventure holds almost limitless possibilities.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 55.8% ★, Strategy 18.7%, Simulation 13.4%, Multiplayer 5.5%, Military 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: Translates the grand strategy and management feel of global sims into a massive, customizable galactic scale.
- #14 Realpolitiks
89% matchMixed62% of 1,232 reviews2017
Dev: Jujubee S.A.Pub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.8 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: Political Sim 41% ★, Politics 24.3% ★, Grand Strategy 17.8% ★, Strategy 12.6%, Simulation 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: The original title that established a solid foundation for modern political strategy and global diplomacy.
- #15 Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War
86% matchVery Positive82% of 645 reviews2025
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 27.7 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 39.8% ★, Politics 24.7% ★, Grand Strategy 16.3% ★, Economy 6.9%, Strategy 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a tense political simulation focused on the survival of the Soviet Union during the Cold War era.
- #16 Democracy 3
87% 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 61.1% ★, Politics 24.5% ★, Simulation 5.7%, Strategy 5.2%, Economy 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic policy-based simulator that challenges players to manage a country's budget and social programs effectively.
- #17 Plutocracy
86% matchVery Positive80% of 1,348 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 38.8% ★, Politics 21.7% ★, Grand Strategy 18.6% ★, Economy 6.8%, Strategy 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the economic and political influence side of power, allowing you to manipulate the state from behind the scenes.
- #18 Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
84% matchVery Positive91% of 25,183 reviews2024
Dev: 3DivisionPub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 73.0 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: Grand Strategy 45.2% ★, Economy 17.8%, Strategy 16.9%, Simulation 14.2%, Management 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an unparalleled level of economic and infrastructure management that mirrors the complexity of state-run planning.
- #19 Victoria II
85% matchVery Positive92% of 19,875 reviews2010
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 48.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 32.9% ★, Grand Strategy 25% ★, Politics 19.9% ★, Strategy 6.8%, Economy 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A legendary grand strategy game known for its complex economic simulation and deep political system.
- #20 World Warfare & Economics
84% matchMixed63% of 666 reviews2023
Dev: Okron Studio
Windows · Mac
Take control of any nation and shape its future. Manage resources, trade, and taxes, engage in real-time warfare, navigate global diplomacy, and react to dynamic world events. Build a thriving economy, forge alliances, and command armies in a constantly evolving world!
Why similar: Political Sim 36.6% ★, Grand Strategy 17.6% ★, Politics 17.5% ★, War 6.5%, Economy 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines real-time strategy with economic management to simulate global conflicts and trade dynamics.
- #21 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition
82% matchMixed59% of 961 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 43.3% ★, Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Politics 17.2% ★, Strategy 8%, Simulation 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an alternative scenario set for the Power & Revolution series with updated geopolitical data.
- #22 Geo-Political Simulator 5
82% matchMostly Negative34% of 690 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 41% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Politics 12.9% ★, Strategy 7.5%, Simulation 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A newer iteration of the series that refines the political and military simulation mechanics for modern hardware.
- #23 Government Simulator
83% matchMixed47% of 187 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 62.6% ★, Politics 18.8% ★, Simulation 6.5%, Strategy 5.6%, Economy 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the day-to-day challenges of running a government and responding to various national crises.
- #24 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition
81% matchMixed62% of 849 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: Political Sim 45% ★, Grand Strategy 21.4% ★, Strategy 8.1%, Economy 7.2%, Simulation 7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the unique challenges of managing a nation during the specific political climate of the year 2020.
- #25 Democracy 3 Africa
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 408 reviews2016
Dev: Positech Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 57.2% ★, Politics 28.1% ★, Strategy 7.6%, Simulation 7%
Why You'll Like It: Adapts the core Democracy formula to the unique political and economic challenges of various African nations.
- #26 Solar Nations 2
78% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2025
Dev: Flomgus Games
Windows
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 34.7% ★, Grand Strategy 22.7% ★, Politics 18.5% ★, Strategy 7.2%, War 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A grand strategy game that applies geopolitical management concepts to a sci-fi setting.
- #27 Power & Revolution 2021 Edition
79% 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 40.5% ★, Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Politics 18.5% ★, Strategy 7.2%, Simulation 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the series' focus on realistic political simulation with updated global events and scenarios.
- #28 Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond
78% matchMostly Negative39% of 279 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: Politics 26.6% ★, Grand Strategy 25.6% ★, Political Sim 23% ★, Economy 9.3%, Strategy 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Expands the scope of the Realpolitiks series to include both terrestrial and space-based geopolitical challenges.
- #29 Rulers of Nations
80% matchMixed51% of 176 reviews2014
Dev: Eversim
Windows
Will you become the greatest Head of State ?Play one of the powerful rulers of a nation! . Slip into the shoes of the President of the U.S., or the leader of China, Russia, United Kingdom, or other countries. Expand your influence on the world stage.
Why similar: Political Sim 85.7% ★, Strategy 11.2%, Simulation 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: An earlier, highly regarded geopolitical simulator that allows for deep control over national policy and military actions.
- #30 Supreme Ruler 1936
79% matchMostly Positive74% of 303 reviews2014
Dev: BattleGoat Studios
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
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: Grand Strategy 30.2% ★, Politics 29.4% ★, War 12.2%, Strategy 10.8%, Simulation 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Applies the series' signature geopolitical and military mechanics to the historical context of the mid-1930s.
- #31 Geo-Political Simulator 2026 Edition
75% matchMixed49% of 196 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 40.9% ★, Grand Strategy 20.4% ★, Politics 12.5% ★, Strategy 9.9%, Simulation 9.1%
- #32 The Political Process
75% 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 63.5% ★, Politics 25.7% ★, Simulation 5.5%, Strategy 5.2%
- #33 Fantasy Map Simulator
73% matchVery Positive89% of 3,843 reviews2024
Dev: The Stranger
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Fantasy Map Simulator: Create and watch imaginary worlds evolve over centuries. Design maps, simulate nations and their politics, and control destinies. See empires rise and fall on your desktop wallpaper. A unique simulation for history buffs and creative minds.
Why similar: Political Sim 40.4% ★, Politics 22.5% ★, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, War 7.7%, Strategy 4.3%
- #34 Power & Revolution 2019 Edition
77% 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 57.6% ★, Politics 19.2% ★, Strategy 10.3%, Simulation 8.5%, Economy 3.5%
- #35 Power & Revolution
77% matchMixed56% of 1,294 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 49.6% ★, Politics 24.1% ★, Grand Strategy 7.2% ★, Strategy 6.9%, Simulation 5.6%
- #36 Rogue State
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 255 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 69.5% ★, Strategy 13.6%, Simulation 11.5%, Economy 5.3%
- #37 Sigma Theory: Global Cold War
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,375 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 40.8% ★, Politics 23.8% ★, Grand Strategy 14.4% ★, Economy 5.6%, War 5.5%
- #38 Lawgivers II
73% matchMixed70% of 641 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 43% ★, Politics 27.1% ★, Grand Strategy 14.3% ★, Strategy 5.5%, Simulation 4.7%
- #39 SuperPower 3
76% matchOverwhelmingly Negative10% of 1,212 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 38% ★, Grand Strategy 18.2% ★, Politics 17.4% ★, Strategy 6.5%, War 6.4%
- #40 Age of History 3
70% matchVery Positive85% of 17,231 reviews2024
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.8 hrsMean: 36.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Grand Strategy 50.5% ★, Strategy 17.5%, Economy 16.6%, War 14.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #41 Citystate II
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,099 reviews2021
Dev: Andy Sztark
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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 47.2% ★, Politics 23% ★, Economy 12.1%, Simulation 8%, Strategy 6.5%
- #42 Secret Government
74% matchMixed53% of 298 reviews2021
Dev: GameTrekPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Global strategy game about secret societies. You’ll lead the Brotherhood - an organization that juggles the whole world. The key feature of the game is the manipulation of powers. Instead of giving direct orders, the Brotherhood provokes countries into doing what the Brothers want.
Why similar: Political Sim 38% ★, Politics 23.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, Strategy 6.5%, Economy 6.4%
- #43 Lawgivers
72% matchVery Positive82% of 414 reviews2020
Dev: Damian BernardiPub: SomniumSoft
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 46.2% ★, Politics 27.5% ★, Grand Strategy 12.7% ★, Simulation 5.8%, Strategy 5.6%
- #44 Europa Universalis IV
71% matchVery Positive88% of 135,916 reviews2013
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 279.6 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: Grand Strategy 46.2% ★, Economy 14.9%, Strategy 14.9%, Simulation 12.1%, Military 5.4%
- #45 Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,398 reviews2023
Dev: JoySpark Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 53.3% ★, Politics 31.2% ★, Strategy 7.8%, Simulation 7.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #46 Citystate
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 806 reviews2018
Dev: Andy Sztark
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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 42.3% ★, Politics 31.8% ★, Strategy 8.7%, Simulation 8%, Economy 7.1%
- #47 Simulator of Ukraine 1991
68% matchVery Positive87% of 219 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 51% ★, Grand Strategy 23.9% ★, Strategy 13.5%, Simulation 7.2%, Economy 4.1%
- #48 POWER
71% 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: Grand Strategy 25.6% ★, Politics 23.1% ★, Strategy 12.3%, Simulation 10.8%, Political Sim 9.2% ★
- #49 Europa Universalis III Complete
70% matchVery Positive83% of 1,992 reviews2009
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Europa Universalis III Complete includes the original Europa Universalis III as well as the expansions In Nomine and Napoleons Ambition Europa Universalis III delves deeply into the areas of exploration, trade, warfare and diplomacy.
Why similar: Political Sim 50.7% ★, Grand Strategy 33.8% ★, Strategy 10.6%, Simulation 2.3%, War 1.4%
- #50 AfterWar
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028
Why similar: Political Sim 36.8% ★, Politics 21.8% ★, Grand Strategy 18% ★, Economy 8.7%, Strategy 6.6%
- #51 Europa Universalis V
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 26,573 reviews2025
Dev: Paradox TintoPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 45.3 hrsMean: 90.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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: Grand Strategy 47.7% ★, Strategy 13.5%, Economy 11.4%, War 10.9%, Simulation 9.4%
- #52 Hearts of Iron III
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 6,046 reviews2009
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Hearts of Iron III lets you play the most engaging conflict in world history, World War 2, on all fronts as any country and through multiple different scenarios. Guide your nation to glory between 1936 and 1948 and wage war, conduct diplomacy and build your industry in the most detailed World War 2 game ever made.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 58.9% ★, Strategy 18.5%, War 7.9%, Simulation 7.7%, Military 3.7%
- #53 Urban Empire
72% 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 43.3% ★, Politics 29% ★, Strategy 10.4%, Simulation 7.8%, Economy 7%
- #54 Crusader Kings II
67% matchVery Positive91% of 73,445 reviews2012
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 55.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 42.9% ★, Political Sim 35.9% ★, Politics 8.9% ★, Strategy 7%, Simulation 3.8%
- #55 Trade Conquest
67% matchMostly Positive70% of 71 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 39.5% ★, Politics 23.4% ★, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Economy 7.7%, Simulation 4.4%
- #56 Evil Democracy: 1932
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 471 reviews2020
Dev: Hamsters Gaming
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Politics 45.6% ★, Strategy 24.1%, Simulation 20.8%, Economy 7%, Management 2.2%
- #57 Maestro's Cold War 2
65% matchVery Positive98% of 117 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 47.4% ★, Grand Strategy 22.9% ★, Politics 13.1% ★, Strategy 7.1%, Simulation 5.2%
- #58 Supremacy: 1914
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,236 reviews2019
Dev: Bytro Labs GmbH
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Take over the control of one of the mighty nations during the times of World War 1 in the biggest WW1 strategy game of all time. Conquer provinces, forge alliances and build up your economy in real-time on persistent maps. Build experimental weapons of World War 1 and become the one true superpower!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 28.5% ★, Politics 20.3% ★, War 17.1%, Strategy 17%, Simulation 7.5%
- #59 Nations
65% matchVery Positive87% of 95 reviews2025
Dev: Krzysztof SteinerPub: Krzysztof Steiner Games
Windows
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 47.3% ★, Grand Strategy 28.9% ★, Strategy 16.2%, War 7.4%, Singleplayer 0.2%