- #1 Democracy 4
97% 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 42.9% ★, Politics 27.7% ★, Political 20.5% ★, Simulation 4.1%, Strategy 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: It is the definitive policy-based simulation, allowing you to fine-tune every aspect of a nation's government and observe the societal consequences.
- #2 Suzerain
96% matchVery Positive93% of 11,092 reviews2020
Dev: Torpor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 18.1 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 46.4% ★, Politics 28.3% ★, Political 25.3% ★
Why You'll Like It: This narrative-heavy political simulator forces you to balance complex domestic and foreign policies while navigating a fragile democracy.
- #3 Lawgivers II
96% 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 54.8% ★, Politics 35% ★, Simulation 4.8%, Strategy 4%, Indie 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses specifically on the legislative process, mirroring the bill-writing and voting mechanics found in The Political Process.
- #4 The Political Machine 2024
95% matchMostly Positive75% of 256 reviews2024
Dev: Stardock Entertainment
Windows · Mac
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 40.7% ★, Politics 26.9% ★, Political 24.3% ★, Simulation 4.4%, Strategy 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a focused, turn-based approach to election campaigning, emphasizing candidate management and public opinion manipulation.
- #5 Plutocracy
94% 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 43.1% ★, Politics 24.5% ★, Political 22.8% ★, Simulation 4.7%, Strategy 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a unique perspective on political influence by allowing you to operate from the shadows as a wealthy donor and lobbyist.
- #6 Victoria 3
93% 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 48% ★, Politics 25.7% ★, Political 18.3% ★, Strategy 4%, Simulation 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: It features a deep, simulation-heavy political and economic system where you must manage interest groups and legislative reforms within a 19th-century context.
- #7 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 44.3% ★, Politics 21.3% ★, Political 15.9% ★, Simulation 8.4%, Strategy 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: This grand strategy game emphasizes geopolitical maneuvering and internal policy management on a global scale.
- #8 Fate of the World
92% matchMostly Positive78% of 448 reviews2011
Dev: Red RedemptionPub: Soothsayer Games
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 37%
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 53.5% ★, Political 15.8% ★, Politics 14.5% ★, Simulation 5.5%, Strategy 5%
Why You'll Like It: This challenging simulation tasks you with managing global policy and environmental crises through turn-based decision-making.
- #9 Rogue State Revolution
91% matchMostly Positive77% of 531 reviews2021
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.Pub: Modern Wolf
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 64.6% ★, Turn-Based 14.7%, Simulation 10.5%, Strategy 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: You must manage the internal politics and external relations of a fictional nation, balancing the needs of various factions to stay in power.
- #10 Democratic Socialism Simulator
91% matchVery Positive92% of 197 reviews2020
Dev: Molleindustria
Windows · Mac · Linux
Pave the road to a post-capitalist society!
Why similar: Political Sim 53.5% ★, Political 32.4% ★, Simulation 10.4%, Indie 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: This concise, choice-driven game focuses on the immediate impact of policy decisions on public support and national stability.
- #11 Political Arena
90% matchMostly Positive76% of 68 reviews2025
Dev: Wayside Press
Windows · Mac
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 42% ★, Political 35.7% ★, Strategy 12.3%, Simulation 10%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a sandbox political experience that emphasizes character development and the day-to-day realities of holding office.
- #12 Crisis in the Kremlin
89% matchVery Positive84% of 1,444 reviews2017
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 69.4% ★, Politics 12.7% ★, Political 9.1% ★, Strategy 6.1%, Simulation 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a historical simulation of the Soviet Union where you must navigate complex party politics and economic reform.
- #13 Democracy 3
89% 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 58.1% ★, Politics 23.7% ★, Political 8.1% ★, Simulation 4.3%, Strategy 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the series that remains a benchmark for policy-based political simulation.
- #14 Lawgivers
88% 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 42.1% ★, Politics 25.4% ★, Political 20.5% ★, Simulation 4.2%, Turn-Based 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: The original legislative simulator that laid the groundwork for the more advanced mechanics seen in its sequel.
- #15 Power & Revolution 2023 Edition
87% 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 59.8% ★, Politics 33.6% ★, Strategy 3.5%, Simulation 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: This is an incredibly detailed geopolitical simulator that covers everything from tax reform to military intervention.
- #16 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: Simulation 54.1%, Strategy 45.9%
Why You'll Like It: While primarily an economic builder, its deep focus on state-run infrastructure and political planning mirrors the management depth of The Political Process.
- #17 Supreme Ruler Ultimate
86% 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 58.1% ★, Politics 28.8% ★, Simulation 6.9%, Strategy 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: It combines military strategy with deep political and economic management, allowing you to lead a nation through decades of history.
- #18 Evil Democracy: 1932
85% 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 39.2% ★, Political 27% ★, Simulation 14.1%, Strategy 11.6%, Turn-Based 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a historical look at the rise of political extremism and the challenges of maintaining a democracy during turbulent times.
- #19 Papers, Please
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 78,508 reviews2013
Dev: Lucas PopePub: 3909
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Congratulations. The October labor lottery is complete. Your name was pulled. For immediate placement, report to the Ministry of Admission at Grestin Border Checkpoint. An apartment will be provided for you and your family in East Grestin. Expect a Class-8 dwelling.
Why similar: Political 78.4% ★, Simulation 12.5%, Indie 5.8%, Strategy 3.3%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the bureaucratic and moral weight of working within a rigid, politically charged system.
- #20 Political Animals
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 189 reviews2016
Dev: Squeaky WheelPub: Positech Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 47% ★, Politics 21.9% ★, Political 18% ★, Simulation 4.6%, Strategy 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a more stylized, turn-based approach to election campaigning with a focus on candidate strategy.
- #21 Politics The Game
81% matchVery Positive95% of 2,186 reviews2025
Dev: Simplicity Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Politics 34.4% ★, Political Sim 33.4% ★, Political 21.6% ★, Simulation 5.8%, Strategy 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: It uses AI to simulate political discourse and the impact of rhetoric on public opinion.
- #22 Beholder
82% matchVery Positive92% of 30,197 reviews2016
Dev: Alawar Stargaze (Warm Lamp Games)Pub: Alawar
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
You’re a state-installed landlord in a totalitarian country. Place listening devices, steal and sneak into your tenants’ apartments. Use what you uncovered to report anyone capable of plotting against the state. You MUST! But WILL you?
Why similar: Political Sim 58.2% ★, Political 29.5% ★, Simulation 5.7%, Strategy 5%, Indie 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game explores the darker side of politics, focusing on surveillance and the moral dilemmas of living under an authoritarian regime.
- #23 SuperPower 2 Steam Edition
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,834 reviews2014
Dev: GolemLabsPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 86.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
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 63.5% ★, Politics 25.7% ★, Simulation 5.5%, Strategy 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A long-standing geopolitical strategy game that allows for significant control over national policy and international diplomacy.
- #24 Rulers of Nations
83% 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 90.7% ★, Strategy 6.7%, Simulation 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: A complex geopolitical simulation that challenges you to maintain your approval rating while managing a national budget.
- #25 Turkish Throne
79% matchVery Positive94% of 324 reviews2025
Dev: Kurultaic
Windows
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 46.7% ★, Politics 20.8% ★, Political 18.8% ★, Simulation 9%, Strategy 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox simulation that focuses on the internal power dynamics and political maneuvering of a specific historical context.
- #26 NIMBY Rails
79% matchVery Positive90% of 2,203 reviews2021
Dev: Weird and Wry
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 40.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Design and run your own railroads for the real world. Solve global transportation dilemmas. Unleash your inner railway engineer and transit policy manager.
Why similar: Political Sim 43.1% ★, Politics 33.9% ★, Political 12.7% ★, Simulation 6.4%, Strategy 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: While focused on transportation, it requires deep management of infrastructure and local political approval, echoing the administrative side of The Political Process.
- #27 Collapse: A Political Simulator
81% matchMixed65% of 189 reviews2021
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
is a grand strategy game that takes place in 1992-2004. You take lead of your own Party in the face of the total devastation of one of the fictional post-Soviet states in Europe. Try to realize your (or someone else's) political dreams in the shaky arena of this dilapidated situation.
Why similar: Political Sim 44.3% ★, Politics 25.8% ★, Political 21.7% ★, Simulation 3.7%, Strategy 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends RPG elements with political decision-making in a crumbling society.
- #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: Simulation 53.2%, Strategy 46.8%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the intelligence and political intrigue side of the Cold War, emphasizing how covert actions influence global politics.
- #29 Not Tonight
78% matchVery Positive83% of 2,674 reviews2018
Dev: PanicBarnPub: No More Robots
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Person of European Heritage #112: Welcome to Relocation Block B, your new home. Your designated role is 'Bouncer'. Work hard, stay out of trouble, and we might let you stay in the UK.
Why similar: Political 48.6% ★, Politics 38.4% ★, Simulation 11.8%, Indie 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: This narrative game explores the political consequences of a post-Brexit Britain through the eyes of a gig worker.
- #30 Government Simulator
77% 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 66.5% ★, Politics 20.3% ★, Simulation 5.6%, Strategy 3.4%, Turn-Based 2.9%
- #31 Democracy 3 Africa
76% 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 59% ★, Politics 29.5% ★, Simulation 5.8%, Strategy 4.5%, Indie 1.2%
- #32 Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War
72% 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 43.3% ★, Politics 27.2% ★, Political 19.3% ★, Simulation 4.8%, Strategy 4%
- #33 Power & Revolution
75% 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 53.9% ★, Politics 26.6% ★, Political 10.5% ★, Simulation 4.9%, Strategy 4.2%
- #34 Democracy 2
76% matchMixed54% of 110 reviews2012
Dev: Positech Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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 66.7% ★, Politics 20.5% ★, Simulation 6.4%, Strategy 4.9%, Indie 1.5%
- #35 World Warfare & Economics
72% 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 47.5% ★, Politics 23.1% ★, Political 21.1% ★, Simulation 4.4%, Strategy 4%
- #36 The Shadow Government Simulator
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 107 reviews2022
Dev: Chupacabra Game StudiosPub: Games Incubator
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 41.9% ★, Politics 22.7% ★, Political 20.6% ★, Turn-Based 5.9%, Simulation 4.8%
- #37 Rogue State
74% 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 77.8% ★, Simulation 10.4%, Strategy 8.7%, Indie 3.2%
- #38 Power & Revolution 2019 Edition
73% 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 64.2% ★, Politics 21.7% ★, Simulation 7.6%, Strategy 6.5%
- #39 Masters of the World - Geopolitical Simulator 3
75% 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 56.8% ★, Politics 20.9% ★, Political 14.1% ★, Simulation 5.3%, Strategy 2.9%
- #40 Imperator: Rome
71% 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 54.2% ★, Political 18.2% ★, Politics 11.2% ★, Strategy 9.4%, Simulation 7.1%
- #41 Realpolitiks
73% 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 54.5% ★, Politics 32.8% ★, Strategy 9.5%, Simulation 2.8%, Indie 0.4%
- #42 Geo-Political Simulator 2026 Edition
70% 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 50% ★, Political 18% ★, Politics 15.5% ★, Simulation 8.9%, Strategy 6.9%
- #43 Headliner: NoviNews
71% matchVery Positive89% of 806 reviews2018
Dev: Unbound Creations
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Award-winning adventure where you control the news and its impact on society, your friends and career. Different choices lead to unique combinations of endings. Share your story with the community, and see what the players before you did.
Why similar: Political Sim 46.2% ★, Politics 26% ★, Political 23.8% ★, Simulation 3.3%, Indie 0.7%
- #44 Battle For The Hill
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: Supercid87Pub: Benevolent Games
Windows
Will YOU control Congress, the Supreme Court, or the Presidency? In Battle for the Hill, a real-time multiplayer political strategy game, you’ll pass laws, shape the economy, and fight for power. Build alliances, manipulate the system, or dominate the market—every decision changes history.
Why similar: Political Sim 44.7% ★, Politics 26.1% ★, Political 24.4% ★, Simulation 4.8%
- #45 Fantasy Map Simulator
67% 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 58.8% ★, Politics 33.3% ★, Simulation 3.8%, Strategy 3.6%, Indie 0.6%
- #46 270 | Two Seventy US Election
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,095 reviews2018
Dev: Political Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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 45.6% ★, Political 36.8% ★, Strategy 17.5%
- #47 Vox Populi: Brazil 2022
69% matchVery Positive95% of 93 reviews2024
Dev: Velsin
Windows
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 52.9% ★, Politics 38.4% ★, Strategy 5.4%, Simulation 2.1%, Indie 1.1%
- #48 Citystate
70% 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 48.3% ★, Politics 36.9% ★, Simulation 7.4%, Strategy 5.6%, Indie 1.8%
- #49 Vox Populi: Poland 2023
68% matchVery Positive87% of 70 reviews2023
Dev: Velsin
Windows
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 52.9% ★, Politics 36.2% ★, Strategy 5.2%, Simulation 4.2%, Indie 1.6%
- #50 For the People
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 788 reviews2020
Dev: Brezg StudioPub: 101XP
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
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 60% ★, Political 30.5% ★, Simulation 4.8%, Strategy 4.6%
- #51 RIOT: Civil Unrest
69% matchMixed68% of 1,899 reviews2019
Dev: Leonard MenchiariPub: Silver Lining Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 47%
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 53.9% ★, Political 28.5% ★, Simulation 8.1%, Strategy 7.3%, Indie 2.2%
- #52 Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator
66% 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 55.9% ★, Politics 33.2% ★, Simulation 6.2%, Strategy 4.6%
- #53 Citystate II
67% 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 46.4% ★, Politics 23% ★, Political 20.7% ★, Simulation 6.3%, Strategy 3.6%
- #54 AfterWar
67% matchMostly Positive73% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028
Why similar: Political Sim 40.5% ★, Political 25.9% ★, Politics 24.3% ★, Simulation 5.1%, Strategy 4.2%
- #55 You are the Judge!
67% matchMostly Positive70% of 254 reviews2023
Dev: Steel Games
Windows
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 61.2% ★, Political 28.6% ★, Simulation 4.1%, Strategy 4%, Indie 2.1%
- #56 Mr. President
65% matchVery Positive80% of 86 reviews2026
Dev: Exia Labs
Windows · Mac
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 63% ★, Political 23.3% ★, Simulation 7.5%, Strategy 6.1%
- #57 Need to Know
68% matchMixed67% of 293 reviews2018
Dev: Monomyth Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 64.7% ★, Political 23.4% ★, Simulation 9.4%, Indie 2.5%