Games Like The Political Process

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 84.2% ★, Simulation 7.4%, Strategy 6.2%, Indie 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a deep legislative simulation that mirrors the bill-passing and political maneuvering found in the seed game.

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 35.3% ★, Politics 29.9% ★, Political 24.5% ★, Simulation 3.6%, Turn-Based 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: The predecessor to Lawgivers II, it focuses heavily on the mechanics of parliament and the legislative process.

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 82.7% ★, Simulation 8%, Strategy 7.5%, Indie 1.8%

Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for policy-based political simulation, allowing for complex management of a nation's economy and social issues.

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 94.7% ★, Simulation 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a narrative-driven political experience where you manage a country's policy and political career through difficult, high-stakes choices.

Win the hearts and minds of America’s voters and run for President in this political strategy game. Choose a candidate or create your own and run against the opposing party’s candidate or up to 4 primary candidates controlled by the computer or other players online.

Why similar: Political Sim 83.3% ★, Simulation 9.1%, Strategy 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive election-focused simulation that captures the competitive strategy of running a political campaign.

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 51% ★, Politics 29.5% ★, Political 10.3% ★, Simulation 3.9%, Strategy 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the genre that provides a robust framework for testing the impact of various political policies.

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 47.2% ★, Political 20% ★, Politics 18.1% ★, Simulation 4.9%, Strategy 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game challenges you to manage global policy and political stability in the face of environmental and social crises.

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 88.6% ★, Strategy 7.8%, Simulation 2.7%, Indie 0.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a challenging political management experience where you must balance internal party politics and state stability.

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 35.8% ★, Politics 28.9% ★, Political 27.2% ★, Simulation 4%, Strategy 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a unique perspective on politics by focusing on the influence of money, lobbying, and corporate power in the political system.

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 44.3% ★, Political Sim 36.1% ★, Strategy 10.8%, Simulation 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This sandbox political RPG allows for a deep, character-driven experience that closely mimics the career-climbing aspects of the seed game.

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 38.1% ★, Politics 25.9% ★, Political 19.7% ★, Simulation 7.4%, Strategy 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a grand-strategy approach to politics, focusing on diplomacy, espionage, and national policy management.

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 43% ★, Political 30.2% ★, Simulation 11.1%, Strategy 9.2%, Turn-Based 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a historical political simulation that emphasizes the struggle for power during a turbulent era.

Pave the road to a post-capitalist society!

Why similar: Political Sim 46.8% ★, Political 40.8% ★, Simulation 9.2%, Indie 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A focused, choice-based simulation that highlights the difficulty of implementing radical political change within a budget.

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: Political Sim 70% ★, Turn-Based 12.8%, Simulation 8.8%, Strategy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines political management with a unique, turn-based approach to governing a volatile nation.

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 57.6% ★, Politics 32.6% ★, Simulation 5.1%, Strategy 4.8%

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

Political Animals is an election campaign simulation game set within a world populated by corrupt crocodiles and meritocratic mice. In a political contest where corruption is always around the corner, can you win without getting your paws dirty?

Why similar: Political Sim 77.6% ★, Simulation 7.7%, Strategy 6.3%, Turn-Based 6.2%, Indie 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game uses a board-game style to simplify the complex strategies involved in winning elections.

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 33% ★, Politics 29.5% ★, Political 25.1% ★, Turn-Based 5%, Simulation 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: It shifts the focus to the shadow side of politics, where you manage a secret society to influence global events.

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: Politics 46.8% ★, Political Sim 45.6% ★, Strategy 4.8%, Simulation 1.9%, Indie 1%

Why You'll Like It: A focused election simulation that captures the specific political climate and mechanics of a real-world campaign.

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 58.8% ★, Politics 28.1% ★, Simulation 7.1%, Strategy 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides an incredibly detailed simulation of modern geopolitics and the challenges of being a head of state.

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 61.2% ★, Politics 26.4% ★, Simulation 5.2%, Strategy 3.2%, Turn-Based 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a straightforward, policy-focused approach to managing a country's budget and social programs.

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 39.9% ★, Politics 25.1% ★, Political 23.1% ★, Simulation 7.8%, Strategy 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A political sandbox that allows players to navigate the complexities of power and governance in a specific historical context.

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% ★, Politics 44.5% ★, Strategy 4.5%, Simulation 3.7%, Indie 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: Similar to its predecessor, it offers a deep dive into the electoral strategy and political landscape of a specific nation.

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: Politics 47.7% ★, Political 39.2% ★, Strategy 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game is entirely dedicated to the strategy and mechanics of the United States electoral college system.

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 49.4% ★, Politics 25.7% ★, Political 17.7% ★, Simulation 4.7%, Strategy 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A deep, complex simulator that covers almost every aspect of running a modern government.

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 83.9% ★, Simulation 8.7%, Strategy 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: An interactive fiction-style game that explores the nuances of political discourse and decision-making.

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 48.2% ★, Politics 40.5% ★, Strategy 8.4%, Simulation 2.5%, Indie 0.3%

Why You'll Like It: The original grand-strategy political game that allows players to navigate modern global politics.

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 58.6% ★, Political 30.5% ★, Simulation 8.6%, Indie 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: It adds a layer of surveillance and political intrigue to the standard political simulation formula.

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 90.5% ★, Strategy 6.8%, Simulation 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a comprehensive look at the challenges of international diplomacy and domestic policy 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 52.5% ★, Politics 37.1% ★, Simulation 5.2%, Strategy 4%, Indie 1.1%

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 61.3% ★, Politics 26.7% ★, Simulation 6%, Strategy 4.5%, Indie 1.4%

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 46.5% ★, Politics 32.4% ★, Political 13% ★, Simulation 4.3%, Strategy 3.7%

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 39% ★, Politics 27.4% ★, Political 25.1% ★, Simulation 5.3%, Strategy 3.1%

As civil crisis deepens and inequality tears the very fabric of society the discontentment of the masses manifests itself in violent public disturbances and civil disorder. Play as the police or the angry horde as RIOT – Civil Unrest places you in some of the world’s most fractious disputes.

Why similar: Political Sim 47.5% ★, Political 36.8% ★, Simulation 7.2%, Strategy 6.5%, Indie 2%

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 57.1% ★, Political 30.5% ★, Simulation 6.8%, Strategy 5.6%

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 77.6% ★, Simulation 10.5%, Strategy 8.8%, Indie 3.2%

Shadow Government Simulator: Prologue is just part of the amazing adventure that awaits you in the full version of the game. 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 & more

Why similar: Political Sim 53% ★, Political 29.6% ★, Turn-Based 6.1%, Strategy 5.2%, Simulation 5.2%

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 76.2% ★, Turn-Based 9.6%, Simulation 8%, Strategy 6.3%

You are the Social Democratic Party of Germany in 1928. Can you stop the Nazis from taking power?

Why similar: Political Sim 53.4% ★, Politics 32.5% ★, Simulation 7.3%, Strategy 5.9%, Indie 0.9%

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 75.9% ★, Simulation 13.1%, Strategy 10%, Indie 1%

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 73.3% ★, Turn-Based 10.9%, Simulation 8.5%, Strategy 7.3%

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 87.7% ★, Simulation 5.9%, Strategy 5.5%, Indie 0.9%

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 52.6% ★, Politics 41.4% ★, Strategy 3.1%, Simulation 2.8%

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 69.5% ★, Simulation 22.9%, Indie 7.6%

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 63.7% ★, Political 26.3% ★, Strategy 5.1%, Simulation 3.2%, Indie 1.8%

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 86.3% ★, Simulation 7%, Strategy 6.7%

A world that plays itself. Watch nations battle for domination across a 3,400-region map, build infinite alternate histories, meddle with god-like powers, or program your own AI countries and climb the global ranked ladder.

Why similar: Political Sim 52% ★, Politics 37.5% ★, Simulation 5.8%, Strategy 4.3%, Indie 0.4%

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: Politics 36.4% ★, Political 36.1% ★, Political Sim 10.1% ★, Simulation 9.6%, Strategy 7.8%

Estrategia política, decisiones polémicas y humor satírico. Conducí una fuerza política, peleá elecciones y decidí el destino de la Argentina. Que se vayan todos, esta vez te toca gobernar a vos.

Why similar: Political Sim 50.1% ★, Politics 38.7% ★, Strategy 5.6%, Simulation 5%, Indie 0.6%

A game of diplomacy and war in the atomic age. Safeguard your closest allies and change unfavorable regimes without giving away your long-term ambitions. Every action risks an enemy reprisal, and if nobody backs down from a standoff, we all lose.

Why similar: Political Sim 48.9% ★, Politics 36.7% ★, Strategy 7.1%, Simulation 5.6%, Indie 1.8%

As a judge of the Kobardde court, solve complex cases inspired by actual events. Your decisions will directly affect people's (and perhaps yours) lives. You may have to make difficult decisions for your family, country, and life. What kind of judge will you be?

Why similar: Political Sim 85.5% ★, Simulation 5.9%, Strategy 5.6%, Indie 3%

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 80.8% ★, Simulation 9.1%, Strategy 7.6%, Indie 2.5%

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 76.3% ★, Simulation 11.8%, Strategy 9%, Indie 2.9%

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 41.8% ★, Politics 40.3% ★, Simulation 6.1%, Political 5.9% ★, Strategy 5.8%

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 76.4% ★, Strategy 13.4%, Simulation 10.1%

Can you beat inflation without crashing the economy? Run the Federal Reserve through real crises, political pressure, AI bubbles, and market panic. Set rates, deploy QE, manage expectations, and engineer the perfect soft landing. Featured on Marketplace with Kai Ryssdal.

Why similar: Political Sim 86.1% ★, Simulation 7%, Strategy 5.3%, Indie 1.6%

Memoriapolis is a historical city builder where your city grows organically across 5 ages, from Antiquity to the Industrial Revolution. Manage resources, interact with factions, and shape your dynasty toward building a final Wonder with easy, normal, or hard difficulty levels.

Why similar: Political Sim 84.5% ★, Strategy 7.3%, Simulation 6.8%, Indie 1.4%

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 Sim 33.6% ★, Politics 33.1% ★, Political 29.1% ★, Simulation 3.4%, Indie 0.9%