- #1 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
97% 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 35% ★, Grand Strategy 24.2% ★, Politics 17.1% ★, Strategy 6.5%, War 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a massive, real-time grand strategy experience that mirrors the military and political scope of SuperPower 2.
- #2 Victoria 3
96% 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 37.6% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Politics 19.8% ★, Economy 7.4%, Strategy 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features an unparalleled economic and political simulation engine that allows for complex nation-building and global influence.
- #3 Terra Invicta
96% matchVery Positive81% of 9,264 reviews2026
Dev: Pavonis InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Median: 9.5 hrsMean: 51.9 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 37.2% ★, War 16.2%, Economy 14.2%, Strategy 12.5%, Simulation 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep geopolitical simulation where you manage global factions and nations to defend Earth from an alien threat.
- #4 Realpolitiks II
95% 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 39.3% ★, Grand Strategy 20.9% ★, Politics 18.6% ★, Strategy 11.8%, Simulation 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines modern geopolitical strategy with real-time decision-making, allowing players to navigate complex international relations.
- #5 Power & Revolution 2023 Edition
94% matchMixed58% of 632 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 52% ★, Politics 28.5% ★, Economy 8.5%, Strategy 5.3%, Simulation 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: A direct spiritual successor in the geopolitical simulation genre, focusing on modern political and economic management.
- #6 Democracy 4
94% 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 40.5% ★, Politics 25.5% ★, Grand Strategy 13.9% ★, Economy 6.8%, Strategy 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a highly detailed simulation of domestic politics, focusing on the legislative and social challenges of running a modern state.
- #7 Hearts of Iron IV
93% matchVery Positive90% of 365,658 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 31.0 hrsMean: 296.4 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 44.9% ★, Strategy 19.8%, War 18.3%, Simulation 6.4%, Military 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the military and political management of nations during global conflict, offering deep strategic control.
- #8 Victoria II
92% matchVery Positive92% of 19,943 reviews2010
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 49.2 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 25.2% ★, Politics 19.9% ★, Strategy 6.8%, Economy 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic grand strategy title known for its complex population and economic simulation, essential for fans of deep management.
- #9 Age of History II
91% matchVery Positive90% of 49,603 reviews2018
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 61.7 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 32.1% ★, Grand Strategy 23.1% ★, Politics 14.6% ★, Strategy 11.7%, War 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A streamlined grand strategy game that focuses on map-based conquest and diplomatic maneuvering on a global scale.
- #10 Workers & Resources: Soviet Republic
90% 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: Grand Strategy 45.4% ★, Economy 17.4%, Strategy 17.1%, Simulation 14.2%, Management 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep economic and infrastructure management simulation that captures the complexities of state-run planning.
- #11 Suzerain
91% 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 62.3% ★, Politics 37.2% ★, Singleplayer 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven political simulator that forces players to make difficult choices regarding the economy, diplomacy, and national stability.
- #12 Supreme Ruler 2030
89% 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: Politics 26.6% ★, Grand Strategy 26.4% ★, War 13.1%, Strategy 7.9%, Economy 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Updates the classic geopolitical formula with modern graphics and contemporary military and political scenarios.
- #13 Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War
88% 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 39.9% ★, Politics 24.7% ★, Grand Strategy 16.4% ★, Economy 6.8%, Strategy 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the delicate balance of power during the Cold War, requiring careful management of internal and external political threats.
- #14 Stellaris
87% matchVery Positive86% of 194,059 reviews2016
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 143.5 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 55.9% ★, Strategy 18.6%, Simulation 13.3%, Multiplayer 5.5%, Military 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: While set in space, it provides the same grand-scale diplomatic, economic, and military management found in terrestrial geopolitical sims.
- #15 Dummynation
86% 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: Grand Strategy 24.6% ★, Political Sim 24% ★, Politics 13.9% ★, War 8.3%, Economy 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, real-time global strategy game that simplifies complex geopolitical mechanics into an accessible, addictive format.
- #16 Masters of the World - Geopolitical Simulator 3
89% 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 56.3% ★, Politics 20.3% ★, Grand Strategy 10.4% ★, Simulation 6.6%, Strategy 5%
Why You'll Like It: An older but comprehensive geopolitical simulator that covers a wide range of modern political and economic issues.
- #17 Plutocracy
86% 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 38.7% ★, Politics 21.8% ★, Grand Strategy 18.7% ★, Economy 6.7%, Strategy 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Explores the intersection of money and politics, allowing players to influence government policy through economic power.
- #18 Sigma Theory: Global Cold War
84% 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 40.8% ★, Politics 23.8% ★, Grand Strategy 14.5% ★, War 5.6%, Economy 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tense geopolitical strategy game focused on espionage, diplomacy, and the race for technological supremacy.
- #19 The Political Process
83% 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 63.6% ★, Politics 25.7% ★, Simulation 5.5%, Strategy 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A deep simulation of the electoral and legislative process, perfect for players interested in the political side of nation management.
- #20 SuperPower 3
85% 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 38% ★, Grand Strategy 18.3% ★, Politics 17.4% ★, War 6.5%, Strategy 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: The modern iteration of the SuperPower franchise, offering updated mechanics for global nation management.
- #21 Lawgivers II
82% 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 43.2% ★, Politics 26.9% ★, Grand Strategy 14.3% ★, Strategy 5.5%, Simulation 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses specifically on the legislative process, allowing players to simulate the political maneuvering required to pass laws.
- #22 Government Simulator
84% 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 62.7% ★, Politics 18.8% ★, Simulation 6.5%, Strategy 5.6%, Economy 5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a straightforward simulation of managing a country's budget, laws, and public opinion.
- #23 Democracy 3
81% 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 24.6% ★, Simulation 5.7%, Strategy 5.2%, Economy 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: The foundational political simulator that remains a benchmark for testing the impact of policy decisions on a population.
- #24 Rogue State
82% 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 69.6% ★, Strategy 13.6%, Simulation 11.5%, Economy 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: Challenges players to manage a small, volatile nation while balancing international pressure and internal stability.
- #25 Geo-Political Simulator 5
81% 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 41% ★, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Politics 12.8% ★, Strategy 7.5%, Simulation 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A recent entry in the long-running series that provides a granular look at modern world politics and crisis management.
- #26 Carrier Command 2
79% matchVery Positive82% of 3,688 reviews2021
Dev: GeometaPub: MicroProse Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 9.4 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Carrier Command 2 is the real-time strategy game that puts you in command of a futuristic carrier capable of deploying a vast array of aircraft and amphibious units. Compete against AI or human players and hop into every single vehicle to take matters into your own hands!
Why similar: Grand Strategy 40.3% ★, War 20.3%, Strategy 16.5%, Simulation 13.5%, Military 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the tactical and strategic management of military assets in a high-stakes, real-time environment.
- #27 DEFCON
79% matchVery Positive87% of 4,308 reviews2006
Dev: Introversion Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Inspired by the 1983 cult classic film, Wargames, DEFCON superbly evokes the tension, paranoia and suspicion of the Cold War era, playing on the fascinating aspects of psychological gameplay that occur during strategic nuclear warfare.
Why similar: Strategy 41.9%, Multiplayer 23.8%, Military 18.1%, Management 13.5%, Singleplayer 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist but intense simulation of global nuclear war that captures the terrifying stakes of geopolitical failure.
- #28 Espiocracy
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ex Vivo StudiosPub: Hooded Horse
Windows · Mac · Linux
Espiocracy is an espionage grand strategy game where you lead the intelligence agency of one of 74 playable countries. Rewrite history from the shadows as you influence ideologies, stage coups, and wage proxy wars. Subterfuge takes center stage as you establish a new world order.
Why similar: Grand Strategy 41.7% ★, War 18.8%, Strategy 13.8%, Simulation 11.2%, Multiplayer 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the hidden hand of intelligence agencies in global politics, adding a layer of covert influence to the geopolitical genre.
- #29 Cold Waters
78% matchVery Positive87% of 4,688 reviews2017
Dev: Killerfish Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 22.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Spiritual Successor to the Microprose Classic “Red Storm Rising”.
Why similar: Simulation 32.6%, Strategy 31.1%, War 22.2%, Military 9.7%, Multiplayer 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: A high-fidelity naval combat simulator that captures the military tension inherent in modern geopolitical conflicts.
- #30 Rise of Nations: Extended Edition
78% matchVery Positive95% of 15,654 reviews2014
Dev: SkyBox LabsPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Rise of Nations is back! Play the updated classic with full Steamworks integration and enhanced features!
Why similar: Strategy 52.9%, War 21.2%, Simulation 13.3%, Multiplayer 12.1%, Singleplayer 0.6%
Why You'll Like It: A classic real-time strategy game that spans all of human history, emphasizing the importance of economic and military growth.
- #31 World Warfare & Economics
76% 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 36.6% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Politics 17.5% ★, War 6.6%, Economy 6%
- #32 Realpolitiks
77% 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: Political Sim 41.1% ★, Politics 24.3% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Strategy 12.5%, Simulation 2.7%
- #33 Imperator: Rome
75% 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 38.1% ★, Grand Strategy 27.2% ★, Strategy 11.6%, Politics 7.7% ★, Simulation 6.2%
- #34 Power & Revolution 2019 Edition
76% 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 57.7% ★, Politics 19.2% ★, Strategy 10.3%, Simulation 8.5%, Economy 3.5%
- #35 Power & Revolution
77% 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 49.7% ★, Politics 24% ★, Grand Strategy 7.3% ★, Strategy 6.8%, Simulation 5.6%
- #36 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition
74% 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 43.3% ★, Grand Strategy 21.3% ★, Politics 17.1% ★, Strategy 7.9%, Simulation 6.9%
- #37 Democracy 3 Africa
75% 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 57.3% ★, Politics 28.1% ★, Strategy 7.6%, Simulation 7%
- #38 Fantasy Map Simulator
71% matchVery Positive89% of 4,008 reviews2024
Dev: The Stranger
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 9.1 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 40.7% ★, Politics 22.3% ★, Grand Strategy 20.1% ★, War 7.7%, Strategy 4.3%
- #39 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition
74% 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: Political Sim 45% ★, Grand Strategy 21.5% ★, Strategy 8.1%, Economy 7%, Simulation 7%
- #40 Geo-Political Simulator 2026 Edition
72% 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 41.2% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Politics 12.8% ★, Strategy 9.7%, Simulation 9.1%
- #41 Solar Nations 2
70% matchVery Positive88% of 263 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 34.8% ★, Grand Strategy 22.7% ★, Politics 18.4% ★, Strategy 7.2%, War 6.9%
- #42 Power & Revolution 2021 Edition
73% 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 19.6% ★, Politics 18.5% ★, Strategy 7.2%, Simulation 6.2%
- #43 Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond
72% 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: Politics 26.6% ★, Grand Strategy 25.8% ★, Political Sim 23% ★, Economy 9.2%, Strategy 9.1%
- #44 Secret Government
73% matchMixed53% of 298 reviews2021
Dev: GameTrekPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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 38.1% ★, Politics 23.7% ★, Grand Strategy 20.2% ★, Strategy 6.5%, Economy 6.3%
- #45 Citystate II
71% 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 47.4% ★, Politics 23.1% ★, Economy 11.9%, Simulation 7.9%, Strategy 6.5%
- #46 Rulers of Nations
73% matchMixed51% of 178 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 85.8% ★, Strategy 11.2%, Simulation 3%
- #47 Age of History 3
67% 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: Grand Strategy 51% ★, Strategy 17.5%, Economy 16.2%, War 14.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #48 Europa Universalis IV
69% 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: Grand Strategy 46.5% ★, Strategy 14.8%, Economy 14.6%, Simulation 12%, Military 5.4%
- #49 Lawgivers
70% 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 46.4% ★, Politics 27.4% ★, Grand Strategy 12.8% ★, Simulation 5.8%, Strategy 5.5%
- #50 AfterWar
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 143 reviews2023
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028
Why similar: Political Sim 35.4% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Politics 17.6% ★, War 7.4%, Economy 6.4%
- #51 Europa Universalis V
66% 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: Grand Strategy 40% ★, War 15.7%, Economy 15.2%, Strategy 12.9%, Simulation 10.6%
- #52 Citystate
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 811 reviews2018
Dev: Andy Sztark
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 7.8 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 42.4% ★, Politics 31.8% ★, Strategy 8.6%, Simulation 8%, Economy 7%
- #53 Urban Empire
71% 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 43.4% ★, Politics 29.1% ★, Strategy 10.4%, Simulation 7.8%, Economy 6.9%
- #54 Simulator of Ukraine 1991
67% 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 51.2% ★, Grand Strategy 24.2% ★, Strategy 13.4%, Simulation 7%, Economy 4%
- #55 Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator
65% 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 53.2% ★, Politics 31.2% ★, Strategy 7.8%, Simulation 7.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #56 Maestro's Cold War 2
65% 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 43.6% ★, Politics 24.8% ★, Grand Strategy 15.7% ★, Simulation 6%, Strategy 4.9%
- #57 POWER
69% 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 25.7% ★, Politics 23.1% ★, Strategy 12.3%, Simulation 10.8%, Political Sim 9.2% ★
- #58 Hearts of Iron III
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 6,058 reviews2009
Dev: Paradox Development StudioPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 20.4 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 59% ★, Strategy 18.5%, War 7.9%, Simulation 7.7%, Military 3.7%
- #59 Trade Conquest
66% 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 40.2% ★, Politics 23% ★, Grand Strategy 19.6% ★, Economy 7.4%, Simulation 4.8%