- #1 Quarantine: Global Pandemic
97% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Buck Studios
Windows
In Quarantine, you make the pandemic policies and funding priorities for your country as the head of the Health and Human Services Department. You will have to save your country from this global pandemic, while trying to keep the public and government officials happy...
Why similar: Diplomacy 20.7% ★, Political Sim 17% ★, Grand Strategy 12.6% ★, America 10.9% ★, Alternate History 8.7%
- #2 You are the Judge!
96% 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: Diplomacy 22.1% ★, Political Sim 20.6% ★, Political 16.7% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.3%, Immersive Sim 7.3%
- #3 Mr. President
96% 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: Diplomacy 20.1% ★, Political Sim 18.1% ★, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, America 12% ★, Political 11.6% ★
- #4 Arms Race 2
95% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Alina Digital
Windows
Arms Race 2 is a PC strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR that took place in the 20th century.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.1% ★, Political Sim 18.7% ★, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, Alternate History 12.3%, Political 12% ★
- #5 Ostalgie: The Berlin Wall
94% matchVery Positive93% of 722 reviews2018
Dev: Nostalgames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The confrontation between the East and the West is coming to an end, but not between East and West Germany. The old party leaders are still sitting in their offices, not changing anything and waiting for exclamations from Moscow. But their end is close – Gorbachev and Kohl have already decided...
Why similar: Political Sim 19% ★, Diplomacy 17.1% ★, Political 15.9% ★, Alternate History 11.6%, Grand Strategy 9.7% ★
- #6 Crisis in the Kremlin
94% 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 39.2% ★, Diplomacy 12.3% ★, Political 9% ★, Grand Strategy 8.2% ★, Strategy 7.7%
- #7 Joe Biden Vs. Jeo Boden - Escape From MAGA Chapter 2
93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Quest Helper Studios
Windows
Joe Biden is back as the one term president hoping to become the two time president. November 2024 is only months away but the world is getting more ridiculing by the day. Choose your decisions wisely and help Mister 46 survive his next 3 weeks in office. You must help Joe Escape From MAGA, again.
Why similar: Political 17.9% ★, America 15.8% ★, Political Sim 15.3% ★, Diplomacy 14.8% ★, Alternate History 9.4%
- #8 UK Politics Simulator
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Black Cannon Studios
Windows · Mac
Over 20,000 simulated politicians, journalists and activists. Every one unique. Every one autonomous. Build your career from local councillor to Prime Minister in the most detailed UK political simulation ever created. No scripts. Pure systems-driven gameplay.
Why similar: Political Sim 24.4% ★, Diplomacy 21.5% ★, Political 16.4% ★, Text-Based 9.6%, Simulation 8%
- #9 Clockwork Dawn
91% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Terra Studios LLC
Windows
A new dawn approaches with the advent of intricate mechanical designs that will transform the world into an era of steam and steel. Take control of a country in this alternate history steampunk timeline and either survive and prosper or be forgotten in the dust of ages past.
Why similar: Diplomacy 19% ★, Political Sim 18.2% ★, Grand Strategy 17.8% ★, Alternate History 14.4%, Political 12.9% ★
- #10 Feodika
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gemenot Digital
Windows
Live your own story in a world of the early Middle Ages! Lead a dynasty, expand your domain, help your subjects, and don’t forget to leave an heir! Thy Kingdom Come!
Why similar: Political Sim 23.9% ★, Political 20.5% ★, Text-Based 13.1%, Alternate History 12.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.5%
- #11 Geopolaris: Conquer & Dominate
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fenek Games
Windows
Navigate through interactions with competing powers to lead your nation to global domination in this 4X open sandbox geopolitical sim set in post-WW2 alt-history world. You have 251 years at your disposal to conquer and unify the planet or take your nation into space. Can you make it?
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.7% ★, Political 16.8% ★, Grand Strategy 16.6% ★, Alternate History 13.7%, Political Sim 12.2% ★
- #12 Social Warfare
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sanuk Games
Windows
Be a troll-for-hire on social media! You will serve in the Social Warfare battalion and promote loyalty to the Great Kingdom of Eternia, while disrupting society in the enemy nation.
Why similar: Political Sim 28% ★, Diplomacy 18.5% ★, Alternate History 16.1%, Text-Based 12.9%, Political 8.5% ★
- #13 Throne of Decisions
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Five Punch Studio
Windows
The weight of the crown lies in your answers. Maintain the delicate balance within your council and discover the deep stories of your visitors. Every "Yes" or "No" will either turn your kingdom into a legend or bury it in history.
Why similar: Political Sim 28.8% ★, Diplomacy 15.6% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.4%, Political 9.4% ★, Historical 9.2%
- #14 Last Emperor
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Puggers Games
Windows
Lead a waning Empire back to its former glory in this fictional Cold War text-based RPG. As emperor, choose who to trust and who to silence. Adapt to changing times or cling to tradition. Enact reforms to revive the economy, enforce law and order, and reinforce the Empire’s place under the Sun.
Why similar: Political Sim 23.9% ★, Grand Strategy 15% ★, Political 12.8% ★, Text-Based 11.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.3%
- #15 Arms Race - TCWE
88% matchMixed70% of 69 reviews2017
Dev: Alina Digital
Windows
Arms Race - TCWE is PC strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR
Why similar: Political Sim 25.3% ★, Diplomacy 16.7% ★, Political 15.5% ★, Grand Strategy 14% ★, Alternate History 8.6%
- #16 Stop the Press!
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nebuchadnezzar Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
You run a newspaper in a nation on the brink of revolution. Twist headlines to suit your agenda, upgrade your printing press, mastermind a distribution strategy to grow your readership and evade being censored—or worse—by the Secret Police. With enough influence you can change the course of history.
Why similar: Political 25.3% ★, Diplomacy 18.2% ★, Political Sim 17.7% ★, Simulation 7.4%, Strategy 6.7%
- #17 Crisis in the Kremlin: The Cold War
85% 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 19.7% ★, Political 15.3% ★, Diplomacy 15.1% ★, Grand Strategy 13.8% ★, Alternate History 13.2%
- #18 ELHKIA
86% matchNo user reviews
Windows
ELHKIA is a GPT-powered political sim where you write down your own campaign promises. Sway the public while dodging tomatoes and shape the world with your own words.
Why similar: Diplomacy 22.1% ★, Political Sim 19.2% ★, Political 18.3% ★, Grand Strategy 15.7% ★, Historical 7.4%
- #19 EOS-503
84% match9 user reviews90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Pyrebug Studios
Windows
Welcome aboard EOS-503! As a professional DATA Agent, it's up to YOU to help the community resolve interpersonal disputes, navigate delicate political situations, and persuade fellow space travelers of new and different solutions to their problems. The future of humanity depends on it!
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.6% ★, Political Sim 16.7% ★, Political 14.1% ★, Text-Based 10.6%, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.5%
- #20 2024 U.S. Election Simulator
84% matchMixed58% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: FlagmanJeremy
Windows
The 2024 U.S. Election Simulator puts you in control of an American election night like never before. Customize your very own political candidate and run a realistic campaign that leads up to election night!
Why similar: Political Sim 30.3% ★, Diplomacy 29% ★, Political 19.2% ★, Simulation 9.4%, Strategy 5.8%
- #21 Latin America Empire 2027
83% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: iGindisGames
Windows · Mac
Lead your Latin empire in an empire building turn based strategy war game. Are you ready to lead, Supreme Commander?
Why similar: Political Sim 20.6% ★, Diplomacy 18.1% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, America 14% ★, Political 9.6% ★
- #22 Grey Eminence
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Nestinars
Windows
Spanning from 1356 to 1956, steer the fate of any country on Earth through six epic centuries of conflict. Diplomacy, economics, warfare and intrigue are all weapons in your arsenal to transform the world that was into the world that could be.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.2% ★, Political Sim 20% ★, Grand Strategy 16.3% ★, Political 13.6% ★, Alternate History 12.8%
- #23 Shadow President
81% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: D. C. TruePub: QXE
Windows
A geopolitical presidential simulation where you manage budgets, diplomacy, covert operations, military actions and even nuclear choices as the U.S. President to maintain popularity, execute your agenda and navigate global crises.
Why similar: Political Sim 27% ★, Diplomacy 26.1% ★, America 20.1% ★, Grand Strategy 9.1% ★, Strategy 6.7%
- #24 President of Steel
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: volaryus
Windows
President of Steel is a choice-driven political strategy game where every decision shapes the fate of your nation. Balance power, stability, and economy while navigating political intrigue, war threats, organized crime, and personal relationships.
Why similar: Diplomacy 28.6% ★, Political Sim 24.7% ★, Political 20.5% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 9.7%, Strategy 4.5%
- #25 Victoria 3
81% 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 20.5% ★, Diplomacy 20.3% ★, Grand Strategy 18.6% ★, Political 13.6% ★, Historical 9.9%
- #26 Collapse: A Political Simulator
80% 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 20.9% ★, Political 17.8% ★, Grand Strategy 15.2% ★, Alternate History 12.7%, Historical 8.8%
- #27 PRINCIPIA: Master of Science
79% matchMostly Positive71% of 315 reviews2016
Dev: tomeappPub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac
Principia: Master of Science is a simulation game with the theme of European science in 17th century. Choose one of 12 real scientists from the era of Isaac Newton and proceed with your research. It is a time when even the term "Science" did not exist. Who can be the master of science?
Why similar: Diplomacy 25% ★, Political Sim 21.4% ★, Political 20% ★, Alternate History 10.4%, Immersive Sim 7.6%
- #28 Age of History II
78% 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: Grand Strategy 20.4% ★, Political Sim 16.7% ★, Diplomacy 15.7% ★, Historical 14.5%, Political 12.9% ★
- #29 The Cold War Era
79% matchMixed56% of 25 reviews2016
Dev: Alina Digital
Windows
The Cold War Era is strategy game based on the historical conflict between the USA and the USSR
Why similar: Political Sim 29.4% ★, Diplomacy 17.3% ★, Political 12.9% ★, Grand Strategy 11.3% ★, Alternate History 8.8%
- #30 Realpolitiks
78% 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: Diplomacy 35.8% ★, Political Sim 25.7% ★, Grand Strategy 19% ★, Strategy 10.1%, Historical 6.9%
- #31 Age of Enlightenment
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GSG Johan
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shape the destiny of the world as an 18th century ruler. Forge alliances and prepare your armed forces to expand your domain and colonize new lands. Or focus on internal development and help your subjects thrive with prudent economic policy and lawmaking. The choice is yours in Age of Enlightenment!
Why similar: Diplomacy 22.3% ★, Political Sim 19% ★, Grand Strategy 17.8% ★, Alternate History 11.5%, Political 11.4% ★
- #32 Age of History 2: Definitive Edition
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Łukasz JakowskiPub: Łukasz Jakowski Games
Windows · Mac
The grand strategy classic returns with improved gameplay, a massive 13,892 province map, expanded diplomacy and wartime capitulation, new civilizations and scenarios, atomic weapons, smarter AI, enhanced visuals, UI upgrades, and major performance improvements.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.9% ★, Political Sim 22.9% ★, Political 20.3% ★, Grand Strategy 12% ★, Alternate History 8.1%
- #33 Europa Universalis III Complete
77% 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: Grand Strategy 32.1% ★, Political Sim 28.3% ★, Historical 14.3%, Political 13.6% ★, Strategy 7.6%
- #34 Impeached 2
76% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Justin Proulx
Windows · Mac · Linux
Anyone can be President, so why not you? Become President of the United States in this text-based political satire strategy game, then push your morals and values upon hundreds of millions of people. Will you be a benevolent leader or a ruthless dictator?
Why similar: Diplomacy 22.8% ★, Political Sim 22.6% ★, Political 16.4% ★, Text-Based 11.3%, Choose Your Own Adventure 7.7%
- #35 Systemic War
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Play of Battle SA
Windows
Lead your nation in a modern grand strategy game (2008–2025), using a macroeconomic model with exchange rates, diplomacy, and hybrid warfare. Engage in kinetic warfare on the strategic map, then shift to RTS battles at focal points.
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.5% ★, Political Sim 17.6% ★, Political 16.8% ★, Grand Strategy 16.5% ★, Alternate History 13.5%
- #36 Lunar Ascendant
73% matchMixed51% of 74 reviews2026
Dev: Darts Games
Windows
The political drama set in a future that's too close for comfort. Become the first mayor of ARTEMIS: A Pioneering Lunar City. Navigate the future of lunar colonization, choose between independence and cooperation, shape policies for or against AI influence, and tackle interplanetary conspiracies.
Why similar: Diplomacy 22.4% ★, Political Sim 19.6% ★, Political 18.5% ★, Text-Based 8.8%, Immersive Sim 7.1%
- #37 Plutocracy
74% 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 22.1% ★, Political 20.2% ★, Grand Strategy 18% ★, America 16.4% ★, Historical 8.4%
- #38 Gerrymander Madness
75% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2020
Dev: CrossComm, Inc.
Windows
Gerrymander Madness places gamers into a fictional North Carolina legislator's office and allows them to manipulate the districts of a state map to gain political advantage for a chosen party.
Why similar: Diplomacy 30.8% ★, Political Sim 29.8% ★, Political 16.2% ★, America 10.8% ★, Strategy 7.7%
- #39 Gilded Destiny
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Aquila InteractivePub: Hooded Horse
Windows
Forge empires, incite revolutions, and reshape society in Gilded Destiny, the definitive grand strategy game of the Industrial Age. Take command of your chosen nation and lead it to glory through masterful diplomacy, sweeping industrialization, and decisive warfare.
Why similar: Diplomacy 21.4% ★, Political Sim 18.5% ★, Political 16.3% ★, Grand Strategy 15.8% ★, Alternate History 11.5%
- #40 KingSim
74% matchVery Positive85% of 209 reviews2020
Dev: Fuzzy Pixel Game Studio
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Become the King in a story-driven 8-bit style game, where choice matters. And try not to die instantly...
Why similar: Political Sim 21.3% ★, Diplomacy 19.4% ★, Political 16.5% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.2%, Historical 8%
- #41 Lords of Infinity
73% matchVery Positive96% of 209 reviews2023
Dev: Hosted Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead an ancient and crumbling noble house in a rich gunpowder fantasy setting. Lie, bribe, and conspire to secure power and prestige – or to save a doomed kingdom from itself.
Why similar: Political Sim 32.9% ★, Diplomacy 32.2% ★, Text-Based 14.8%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8%, Choices Matter 5.1%
- #42 AfterWar
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 141 reviews2023
Dev: Dmytro Lumen
Windows
AfterWar is a strategy about the world in 2028
Why similar: Political 22.4% ★, Political Sim 20.2% ★, Diplomacy 17.4% ★, Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, Alternate History 12%
- #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 25% ★, Diplomacy 24.3% ★, Political 21.1% ★, Grand Strategy 11.7% ★, Choices Matter 7.4%
- #44 Sagger
71% matchPositive80% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: Media Alliance Gaming Studio Sp. z o.o.
Windows
This is a BETA VERSION of the Sagger game - historical simulator that will give you control over all Israel resources to face the Yom Kippur War. With the help of your advisor and knowledge, you will acquire, make the crucial decisions that will lead the state of Israel to Victory or Defeat.
Why similar: Political Sim 17.9% ★, Political 16.8% ★, Grand Strategy 12.9% ★, Alternate History 11.8%, Historical 8.1%
- #45 50 Stars
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zudesa Corporation
Windows · Mac · Linux
Run for president or mayor. Write your own story of success or failure. Pass legislation and create budgets. In 50 Stars, you create your own story as you run for office. The future is your in 50 Stars, how will you play?
Why similar: Political Sim 30.7% ★, America 18.8% ★, Political 12.5% ★, Choose Your Own Adventure 11.2%, Simulation 10.3%
- #46 A World To Win
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Leafbug Labs
Windows
A Cold War real-time grand strategy game. Players lead a country through the revolutions and superpower conflicts of the late 20th century, competing in the space race and nuclear arms race, destabilizing and overthrowing rival powers to expand their spheres of influence.
Why similar: Political Sim 27.4% ★, Grand Strategy 25.9% ★, Diplomacy 22.8% ★, Strategy 10.7%, Historical 8.1%
- #47 Front Frontiers
69% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: baus96
Windows
The World is on the brink of irreversible Tragedy. Global tensions are rising, alliances are falling apart and states are preparing to decide their fate in the shadow of a massive war. Front Frontiers invites you to fight a massive war, offering an in-depth strategy experience.
Why similar: Political Sim 22.4% ★, Grand Strategy 20.3% ★, Diplomacy 19.2% ★, Alternate History 12%, Historical 6.6%
- #48 吾皇万岁
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AI GAME STUDIO
Windows
You'll time-travel to a turbulent ancient Chinese dynasty as a young monarch. Ascend the throne amidst chaos and navigate among powerful officials, noble clans, and common scholars. Each vermilion note harbors danger. Your choice will shape history: Create a prosperous era or be a fallen king.
Why similar: Diplomacy 25.8% ★, Political 21.3% ★, Grand Strategy 18.5% ★, Historical 11.2%, Choices Matter 6.9%
- #49 Rise Of The White Sun - 白日升
69% matchVery Positive87% of 741 reviews2023
Dev: Maestro CinetikPub: Gaming at Work
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
A Giant Strategy Sandbox experience set in Warlord China. *Tons of playable factions! *Communist insurgents, * Boxers like rebels, *Greedy warlords, *Mongol riders, *A mad russian baron, *Shanghai gangsters, *And armored trains!
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.2% ★, Political Sim 20.3% ★, Political 17.7% ★, Grand Strategy 17.7% ★, Historical 7.5%
- #50 Statecraft: Corrupted Democracy
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Engincan Çiçek
Windows
Democracy is dirty; get your hands filthy. Manipulate the masses like a flock of sheep, bribe the parliament, and sabotage your rivals. In the chaos of the 70s, honesty is a weakness. Will you be a savior or a dictator? The choice *and the corruption* is yours.
Why similar: Diplomacy 23.2% ★, Political Sim 21.5% ★, Political 18% ★, Grand Strategy 16.8% ★, Choices Matter 6%
- #51 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: Diplomacy 34.7% ★, Grand Strategy 18.1% ★, Political 16.6% ★, Text-Based 9.4%, Strategy 6.6%
- #52 No Greater Glory: The American Civil War
68% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Space Time SimulationsPub: SNEG
Windows
In No Greater Glory: The American Civil War, you take on the role of Abraham Lincoln or Jefferson Davis in the epic conflict of 1861. Manage military, political, and economic challenges, lead armies into battle, and navigate diplomacy to change the course of history in this deep strategy game.
Why similar: America 27.3% ★, Political Sim 26.3% ★, Historical 12.8%, Political 11.8% ★, Strategy 9.6%
- #53 As We Unite
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Rogue Duck Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
As We Unite is a political strategy simulation game where you play as a high-ranking Consul of a secretive cult aiming to unite the world before an impending global calamity. Instead of controlling a country, you manage agents across different nations, each run has a crisis you have to resolve!
Why similar: Diplomacy 29.4% ★, Political Sim 24.4% ★, Political 16.8% ★, Choices Matter 7.5%, Immersive Sim 6.8%
- #54 Statecraft
67% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: W-I-WPub: Bow Studio
Windows
Lead your nation, balance the interests of factions, manage the economy and diplomacy, and guide your country through crises to stay in power.
Why similar: Diplomacy 31.5% ★, Political Sim 31.3% ★, Political 21.8% ★, Simulation 6.9%, Strategy 5.6%
- #55 DICTOCRACY
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: A2B Games
Windows
Take charge as the President of a newly independent country, Adelphia. Build infrastructure, approve policies, juggle between conflicting priorities of the public, your ministers and other countries' leaders - All with only one action per turn and a different political landscape in each playthrough
Why similar: Political Sim 25.4% ★, Grand Strategy 19.1% ★, Political 13.5% ★, Text-Based 10.7%, Choose Your Own Adventure 8.3%
- #56 Nations
66% 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: Grand Strategy 21.1% ★, Political Sim 20.3% ★, Diplomacy 19.9% ★, Historical 16.4%, Alternate History 12%
- #57 内卷三年竟穿越:皇帝模拟器
68% matchMostly Negative27% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: HexGameStudio
Windows
你本是一个996打工人,机缘巧合之下得到了体验皇帝生活的机会。不料穿越到1627年,当上了大明末代皇帝,这开局也太惨了吧!此时距离清军入关还有17年,你能带领大明朝顺利渡过难关吗?别躺平呀,能拯救大明的只有你。在这款皇帝模拟器中,你需要制衡国库、军事、民众和官僚,才能活下去。
Why similar: Political Sim 24.8% ★, Text-Based 15.2%, Historical 12.4%, Alternate History 11.2%, Choices Matter 9.7%
- #58 Reversed Front
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ESC Taiwan
Windows
The players may assume the role of Hong Kong, Tibet, Uyghurs (East Turkestan), Kazakhs, Mongolia, Manchuria, Taiwan or Cathaysian Rebel factions, establishing organisations in 269 territories in the Cathayan Continent to overthrow the Communist regime!
Why similar: Diplomacy 24.1% ★, Political Sim 21.4% ★, Grand Strategy 19.5% ★, Political 16.2% ★, Historical 6.4%
- #59 Social Democracy: An Alternate History
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Red Autumn Games
Windows · Linux
You are the Social Democratic Party of Germany in 1928. Can you stop the Nazis from taking power?
Why similar: Political Sim 31.9% ★, Alternate History 21.8%, Text-Based 10.7%, Historical 9.6%, Strategy 7.8%
- #60 Just Power: The Papal States
67% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Stikcy Games
Windows
Are you ready to found a dynasty which controls the Holy See over the centuries? Climb the hierarchies, hire your relatives, blackmail and bribe to get everything you want in this turn-based political simulator.
Why similar: Diplomacy 27.4% ★, Political Sim 24.2% ★, Political 20.6% ★, Grand Strategy 12.5% ★, Historical 5.1%