Top Political Sim Games
60+ political sim games ranked by player tags and tunable re-ranking. Related tags include Simulation, Strategy, Politics, Political.
Recommended Political Sim Games

Victoria 3
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.

Age of History II
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..
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- #1 Victoria 398% matchMostly Positive71% of 58,205 reviews2022Developer: Paradox Development StudioPublisher: Paradox InteractivePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 15.1hMean: 114.1h≥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.
- #2 Age of History II98% matchVery Positive90% of 49,233 reviews2018Developer: Łukasz JakowskiPublisher: Łukasz Jakowski GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 12.2hMean: 61.4h≥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..
- #3 Tropico 698% matchVery Positive88% of 28,783 reviews2019Developer: Limbic EntertainmentPublisher: Kalypso MediaPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 5.5hMean: 26.9h≥1hr: 88%
El Presidente is back! Prove yourself once again as a feared dictator or peace-loving statesman on the island state of Tropico and shape the fate of your very own banana republic through four distinctive eras.
- #4 Beholder98% matchVery Positive92% of 30,197 reviews2016Developer: Alawar Stargaze (Warm Lamp Games)Publisher: AlawarPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 4.2hMean: 13.5h≥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?
- #5 Crusader Kings II98% matchVery Positive91% of 73,445 reviews2012Developer: Paradox Development StudioPublisher: Paradox InteractivePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.4hMean: 55.2h≥1hr: 79%
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
- #6 Orwell: Keeping an Eye On You98% matchVery Positive90% of 15,333 reviews2016Developer: Osmotic StudiosPublisher: Daedalic EntertainmentPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.2hMean: 8.1h≥1hr: 86%
Big Brother has arrived - and it’s you. Investigate the lives of citizens to find those responsible for a series of terror attacks. Information from the internet, personal communications and private files are all accessible to you. But, be warned, the information you supply will have consequences.
- #7 The Political Process98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,101 reviews2019Developer: Verlumino Studios LLCPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.5hMean: 15.6h≥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.
- #8 Victoria II98% matchVery Positive92% of 19,875 reviews2010Developer: Paradox Development StudioPublisher: Paradox InteractivePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.9hMean: 48.5h≥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...
- #9 Long Live The Queen98% matchVery Positive95% of 7,115 reviews2013Developer: Hanako GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.3hMean: 5.8h≥1hr: 90%
Rule the world or die trying!Being a Princess is not an easy job. Being a Queen is even harder. Especially when you're only fourteen years old, and the reason you've inherited the throne is that your royal mother has just met an untimely end.Now power is up for grabs.
- #10 Imperator: Rome98% matchMixed65% of 26,771 reviews2019Developer: Paradox Development StudioPublisher: Paradox InteractivePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 4.6hMean: 37.3h≥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.
- #11 Democracy 398% matchMostly Positive74% of 7,255 reviews2013Developer: Positech GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.2hMean: 10.8h≥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.
- #12 SuperPower 2 Steam Edition98% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,834 reviews2014Developer: GolemLabsPublisher: THQ NordicPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.3hMean: 86.6h≥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.
- #13 Power & Revolution 2019 Edition98% matchMixed59% of 1,246 reviews2019Developer: EversimPlatforms: 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.
- #14 Power & Revolution98% matchMixed56% of 1,294 reviews2016Developer: EversimPlatforms: 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!
- #15 Rulers of Nations97% matchMixed51% of 176 reviews2014Developer: EversimPlatforms: 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.
- #16 Masters of the World - Geopolitical Simulator 396% matchMixed45% of 609 reviews2014Developer: EversimPlatforms: 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.
- #17 Crisis in the Kremlin95% matchVery Positive84% of 1,444 reviews2017Developer: NostalgamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 4.6hMean: 9.8h≥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?
- #18 Do Not Feed the Monkeys94% matchVery Positive94% of 12,088 reviews2018Developer: Fictiorama StudiosPublisher: AlawarPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.7hMean: 6.9h≥1hr: 88%
A digital voyeur simulator where you watch strangers through surveillance cameras. Invade their privacy and witness their most intimate moments, but don’t interact with the subjects – anything could happen if you dare feed the monkeys!
- #19 Beholder: Conductor93% matchVery Positive91% of 4,209 reviews2025Developer: AlawarPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 3.5hMean: 4.6h≥1hr: 86%
A Beholder series spin-off. Become a conductor of the Determination Bringer train: monitor passengers, report incidents, and carry out important Ministry assignments — whose level of secrecy depends only on your loyalty. And remember: mission success is very important to you!
- #20 Europa Universalis III Complete93% matchVery Positive83% of 1,992 reviews2009Developer: Paradox Development StudioPublisher: Paradox InteractivePlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 2.2hMean: 11.4h≥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.
- #21 Democracy 492% matchVery Positive82% of 6,264 reviews2022Developer: Positech GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.7hMean: 13.0h≥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...
- #22 Urban Empire93% matchMostly Negative34% of 2,462 reviews2017Developer: Reborn GamesPublisher: Kalypso Media DigitalPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.3hMean: 8.0h≥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.
- #23 Suzerain91% matchVery Positive93% of 11,092 reviews2020Developer: Torpor GamesPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 5.5hMean: 18.1h≥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?
- #24 Beholder 290% matchVery Positive87% of 7,880 reviews2018Developer: Alawar Stargaze (Warm Lamp Games)Publisher: AlawarPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 4.8hMean: 19.0h≥1hr: 88%
You are an intern at the central ministry of a totalitarian state with your whole career ahead of you. Work your way up the ladder by scheming against employees, spying on your boss, and completing paperwork. Or do you turn against the state and expose corruption. The choice is still yours to make!
- #25 Democracy 3 Africa89% matchMostly Positive73% of 408 reviews2016Developer: Positech GamesPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 4.1hMean: 6.7h≥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...
- #26 Realpolitiks89% matchMixed62% of 1,232 reviews2017Developer: Jujubee S.A.Publisher: Fulqrum PublishingPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.5hMean: 6.8h≥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!
- #27 Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,398 reviews2023Developer: JoySpark GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.3hMean: 14.5h≥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!
- #28 RUSSIAPHOBIA88% matchMixed69% of 7,396 reviews2020Developer: European FlamewormsPublisher: Union OnionPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 1.1hMean: 4.8h≥1hr: 52%
Immerse yourself in the Russian Realities as Foreign Agents and help the Presidents Make Russia Great Again! Cooperative Multiplayer, World Government, Evil Russians and more! Russia is Waiting for You!
- #29 Orwell: Ignorance is Strength86% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,845 reviews2018Developer: Osmotic StudiosPublisher: Daedalic EntertainmentPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.5hMean: 5.1h≥1hr: 90%
Step into the shoes of a government official in a top-secret department of the Orwell surveillance program. Given the power to both uncover and fabricate "the truth", how far will you go in the service of your country? Season 2 of Orwell, the award-winning surveillance thriller.
- #30 RIOT: Civil Unrest86% matchMixed68% of 1,899 reviews2019Developer: Leonard MenchiariPublisher: Silver Lining InteractivePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 48mMean: 4.2h≥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.
- #31 川建国同志想要连任/Comrade Trump's Re-election84% matchVery Positive89% of 1,243 reviews2020Developer: YEARSPublisher: 七彩绘色游戏Platforms: WindowsMedian: 2.3hMean: 5.1h≥1hr: 69%
This game is for entertainment only. It does not represent any group or individual, nor does it represent or agree with any political views.A game simulating the re-election of Comrade Trump, let's write a hymn of loyalty.
- #32 Fantasy Map Simulator83% matchVery Positive89% of 3,843 reviews2024Developer: The StrangerPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.7hMean: 8.6h≥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.
- #33 Beholder 382% matchMixed65% of 2,714 reviews2022Developer: Paintbucket GamesPublisher: AlawarPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.5hMean: 46.1h≥1hr: 88%
When a high-ranking security officer saves you from prison, you end up a pawn in her schemes. Now you must eliminate anyone standing in the way of her secret plans and try to get your life back while working two jobs. No tenant, employee or superior is safe from your spying.
- #34 Rogue State82% matchMostly Positive76% of 255 reviews2015Developer: LRDGames, Inc.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 5.1hMean: 6.0h≥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.
- #35 Make America Great Again: The Trump Presidency81% matchVery Positive86% of 1,822 reviews2016Developer: Maverick Game StudioPublisher: Three Guys Game StudioPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.7hMean: 11.6h≥1hr: 86%
A Pro-Donald Trump presidential simulation. Make America Rich Again through trade. Make America Safe again by Defeating ISIS. Make America Great Again!
- #36 SEX with HITLER80% matchVery Positive81% of 5,864 reviews2022Developer: Adolf GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.6hMean: 7.2h≥1hr: 65%
Sex With Hitler is a unique blend of visual novel and top-down shooter.You will fight in the fields of World War II and meet five unique heroines, among whom you will find both friends and enemies.
- #37 Democracy 281% matchMixed54% of 110 reviews2012Developer: Positech GamesPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 1.0hMean: 3.6h≥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.
- #38 Fate of the World: Tipping Point80% matchMostly Positive78% of 448 reviews2011Developer: Red RedemptionPlatforms: Windows, Mac
Experience Fate of the World as it's meant to be played. Take control of the GEO through the five original missions, plus the “Denial”, “Migration” and “Extras Pack” DLCs.
- #39 Fate of the World80% matchMostly Positive78% of 448 reviews2011Developer: Red RedemptionPublisher: Soothsayer GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 30mMean: 2.9h≥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...
- #40 Government Simulator80% matchMixed47% of 187 reviews2017Developer: AmbieraPlatforms: 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.
- #41 Need to Know78% matchMixed67% of 293 reviews2018Developer: Monomyth GamesPlatforms: 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.
- #42 MEMORIAPOLIS76% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,686 reviews2025Developer: 5PM StudioPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.9hMean: 6.5h≥1hr: 84%
In Memoriapolis, you're not just building a city, you're shaping a living, evolving civilization. Travel through five major eras, from Antiquity to the Industrial Revolution. Leave your mark on history by navigating the power struggles between rival factions.
- #43 We. The Revolution76% matchMostly Positive75% of 2,370 reviews2019Developer: PolyslashPublisher: Valkyrie InitiativePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 2.9hMean: 7.5h≥1hr: 79%
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!
- #44 Sigma Theory: Global Cold War76% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,375 reviews2019Developer: Mi-Clos StudioPublisher: Goblinz PublishingPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 2.0hMean: 7.9h≥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.
- #45 Realpolitiks II75% matchMixed46% of 666 reviews2021Developer: Jujubee S.A.Publisher: Fulqrum PublishingPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 5.9hMean: 14.9h≥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.
- #46 Power & Revolution 2023 Edition73% matchMixed58% of 621 reviews2023Developer: EversimPlatforms: 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.
- #47 The Shrouded Isle73% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,510 reviews2017Developer: Jongwoo KimPublisher: Kitfox GamesPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 2.4hMean: 3.2h≥1hr: 77%
Your Excellency, in this short systems-management survival game, we prepare for the awakening of our Lord. He hungers for human sacrifice. Sinners try to hide their dark secrets, but all must be purged...
- #48 Plutocracy72% matchVery Positive80% of 1,348 reviews2019Developer: RedwoodPlatforms: 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?
- #49 Headliner: NoviNews72% matchVery Positive89% of 806 reviews2018Developer: Unbound CreationsPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 2.2hMean: 3.9h≥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.
- #50 Power & Revolution 2020 Edition72% matchMixed62% of 849 reviews2020Developer: EversimPlatforms: 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.
- #51 SGS Taipings71% matchMostly Positive79% of 226 reviews2023Developer: Strategy Game StudioPublisher: Avalon DigitalPlatforms: Windows, Mac
The game recreates the Taïping Rebellion (1851-64), the deadliest Chinese civil war, costing the lives of millions. Play the Taïping rebels and their allies, fighting to create their own state, or be the Qing Emperor and crush the revolt and its foreign devils allies before it topples your dynasty.
- #52 Citystate II71% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,099 reviews2021Developer: Andy SztarkPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.0hMean: 9.6h≥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.
- #53 Urbek City Builder: Prologue70% matchVery Positive94% of 1,703 reviews2022Developer: Estudios KremlinoisPublisher: RockGame S.A.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 48mMean: 3.9h≥1hr: 41%
Urbek City Builder: Prologue is a free city building game where you can build your own neighbourhoods: from nightlife district to industrial district. Don't exhaust your natural resources before you have an educated population to build more efficient structures. Try it yourself for free!
- #54 China: Mao's legacy71% matchVery Positive92% of 1,038 reviews2019Developer: NostalgamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 5.6hMean: 15.8h≥1hr: 83%
Year 1976, the stormy Cultural revolution has died down, hard times of hongweibing and public critics are coming to an end. Old and sick Mao Zedong will soon leave China to his comrades from CPC. The Cold War is coming into a new phase...
- #55 King Of The Castle70% matchVery Positive88% of 1,691 reviews2023Developer: Tributary GamesPublisher: Team17Platforms: WindowsMedian: 4.0hMean: 6.2h≥1hr: 83%
Take your rightful place on the throne in this multiplayer-only party game for 4+ players. Rule the kingdom with an iron fist or silver tongue as you steer through bloodshed, intrigue & madcap disaster! Can you keep your crown when others plot your downfall? More importantly, can you keep your head?
- #56 Power & Revolution 2022 Edition70% matchMixed59% of 961 reviews2022Developer: EversimPlatforms: 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.
- #57 The Race for the White House71% matchMixed63% of 48 reviews2015Developer: EversimPlatforms: Windows
Play as a real-world candidate and completely immerse yourself into the battle of the US presidential election! Travel around the United States, try to woo voters across the country, create your own political agenda, skillfully manage your campaign budget... and perhaps you will be the next White House occupant!
- #58 World of Fate69% matchMixed46% of 191 reviews2022Developer: NIK's GamesPlatforms: Windows
World of Fate is a massive strategy game where you spend your time taking over real life buildings and establishing your empire on the real life map. The game uses super advanced tech to provide real time street data and building data to create all the terrain and play space.
- #59 Shadows of Forbidden Gods67% matchVery Positive92% of 1,028 reviews2023Developer: Bobby Two HandsPublisher: Forbidden Oak Games LimitedPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.6hMean: 21.7h≥1hr: 83%
Take on the role of a Dark Elder God and lead your agents to bring about an apocalypse in a fantasy world. Work in the shadows, avoiding the heroes who will try to stop you, as you bring about plague and famine, ice age and volcanic destruction, madness and never ending night.
