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The Political Process

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2019

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Quick resume

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.

Global score

96/100

Genres

Indie, Simulator, Strategy, Early Access

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    Pros

    • Deep and realistic political simulation
    • Extensive career progression options
    • Active developer and frequent updates
    • Complex election and legislative mechanics
    • High replayability and customization

    Cons

    • Steep learning curve and dense interface
    • Limited audiovisual presentation
    • Lack of some political features (e.g. judiciary, third parties)
    • Can become repetitive over long play
    • Minimal social and emotional interaction

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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      "Players have extensive freedom to choose professions, strategies, and political paths, directing their own actions and decisions."

      Capsule for The Guild Gold Edition The Guild Gold Edition

      "Players have extensive freedom to choose their political path, offices, policies, and strategies, reflecting high personal control over actions and decisions."

    • Competence

      Game with the same Competence vibe

      4

      "The game involves complex economic and political mechanics requiring skillful management and strategic thinking."

      Capsule for Plutocracy Plutocracy

      "The game involves complex skillful decision-making, campaign management, legislative strategy, and adapting to dynamic political environments."

    • Competition

      Game with the same Competition vibe

      5

      "Focus on winning elections against other parties and outperforming opponents in political campaigns."

      Capsule for Evil Democracy: 1932 Evil Democracy: 1932

      "Strong focus on electoral competition with primaries, general elections, and campaign challenges against other candidates."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      5

      "Many players report long-term engagement, habitual play spanning years or decades, and strong attachment to the game world and community."

      Capsule for EverQuest EverQuest

      "Players often engage in long play sessions spanning multiple political careers and decades, showing high attachment and habitual play."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      3

      "Supports cooperative play in adventure mode and multiplayer parties; teamwork elements present but focus remains on competitive play."

      Capsule for Samurai GUNN 2 Samurai GUNN 2

      "Some cooperative elements exist such as caucusing, party leadership, and working with colleagues, but much gameplay is individual-focused."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      3

      "Players can customize their dynasty, make strategic choices, and experiment with different political and familial strategies, though the game world is procedurally generated."

      Capsule for Star Dynasties Star Dynasties

      "Players can customize characters, policies, and political strategies, and create political dynasties, though within structured political systems."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      2

      "Players can impose authority or democratic control, but interactions emphasize political balance over domination."

      Capsule for Frostpunk 2 Frostpunk 2

      "Players can exert political power and influence over others, but interactions emphasize strategic balance and compromise rather than outright domination."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

      3

      "Players use the game as a challenging political simulation to immerse themselves in complex scenarios."

      Capsule for Democracy 3 Africa Democracy 3 Africa

      "The game offers an immersive escape into a detailed political simulation, allowing players to experience alternate political realities."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and intrinsic motivation rather than obligation or external pressure."

      Capsule for The Sapling The Sapling

      "Players engage voluntarily out of personal interest and intrinsic motivation rather than obligation or external pressure."

    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      4

      "Players experiment with different political paths, economic reforms, and foreign policies to explore outcomes."

      Capsule for China: Mao's legacy China: Mao's legacy

      "Players frequently try new political strategies, policies, and career paths, exploring different scenarios and outcomes."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      3

      "Players explore multiple diverse locations and revisit areas; some backtracking and discovery involved."

      Capsule for Overlord™ Overlord™

      "Players explore diverse political offices, districts, and policy options, discovering unique political landscapes and challenges."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      3

      "Character creation and party customization allow personal expression."

      Capsule for Black Geyser: Couriers of Darkness Black Geyser: Couriers of Darkness

      "Character customization and roleplaying political identities allow for personal expression within the political framework."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      -2

      "The game simulates realistic political and economic systems rather than imaginative or fictional worlds."

      Capsule for Democracy 3 Democracy 3

      "The game simulates realistic US politics with limited fictional or fantastical elements, focusing on plausible scenarios."

    • Fellowship

      Game with the same Fellowship vibe

      2

      "Community identity and sharing exist but social interaction is limited; mostly individual play with some social features."

      Capsule for The Powder Toy The Powder Toy

      "Some community and party identity elements exist, but gameplay is mostly individual with limited social bonding features."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      4

      "Players develop skills in political strategy, economic management, and understanding complex systems."

      Capsule for Democracy 3 Africa Democracy 3 Africa

      "Players develop political skills, knowledge, and strategic thinking through gameplay and learning complex systems."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "The game is sedentary with no physical activity or health-related features."

      Capsule for Phasmophobia Phasmophobia

      "The game is sedentary with no physical activity or health-related features."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires focused attention and strategic planning; not designed for passive or background play."

      Capsule for Dawnfolk Dawnfolk

      "Requires focused attention and strategic planning; not designed for passive or background play."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -4

      "Social interactions are limited to political and diplomatic relationships, with minimal emotional or close personal connections."

      Capsule for Old World Old World

      "Social interactions are limited to political relationships with minimal emotional or personal connection."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      4

      "Player acts as leader making decisions and managing political factions, guiding the direction of the game."

      Capsule for Half-Earth Socialism Half-Earth Socialism

      "Players lead political parties, manage campaigns, and guide legislative agendas, exercising authority and decision-making."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      5

      "Strong emphasis on accumulating skills, money, fighting styles, and business assets."

      Capsule for Yakuza 0 Yakuza 0

      "Strong emphasis on career progression through political offices, accumulating influence, reputation, and power."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      1

      "Some players find the game relaxing and enjoyable, though others note tension from strategic challenges."

      Capsule for F1® Manager 2022 F1® Manager 2022

      "Some players find the strategic flow relaxing, though the game can also be challenging and mentally demanding."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      -2

      "Minimal sensory stimulation; graphics are basic and focus is on strategy rather than audiovisual excitement."

      Capsule for Arsenal of Democracy: A Hearts of Iron Game Arsenal of Democracy: A Hearts of Iron Game

      "Minimal sensory stimulation; the game is primarily text and data driven with limited audiovisual excitement."

    • Status

      Game with the same Status vibe

      4

      "Players seek recognition through political power, social standing, and dynasty reputation."

      Capsule for The Guild II Renaissance The Guild II Renaissance

      "Players seek recognition and status through electoral victories, leadership roles, and political influence."

    • Story

      Game with the same Story vibe

      3

      "Emergent narrative through player actions and interactions, no fixed overarching plot."

      Capsule for Hard Time III Hard Time III

      "Players create emergent narratives through political careers and roleplaying, though no fixed overarching plot exists."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      5

      "High mental challenge with complex resource, political, and city management requiring planning."

      Capsule for Frostpunk 2 Frostpunk 2

      "High mental challenge involving planning campaigns, legislative tactics, and managing complex political systems."

    • Thrill

      Game with the same Thrill vibe

      3

      "Unpredictable outcomes and risk of sudden defeat create suspense and excitement."

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      "Elections and political contests provide suspense and excitement, though risk is controlled within simulation parameters."

    • Value

      Game with the same Value vibe

      4

      "Players perceive strong value in time invested due to depth, replayability, and ongoing developer support."

      Capsule for Europa Universalis V Europa Universalis V

      "Players perceive good value for time invested due to depth, replayability, and ongoing developer support."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      -5

      "No combat or destructive gameplay; focus is on constructive political and environmental management."

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      "No violent or destructive gameplay; focus is on constructive political processes."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      3

      "Players must avoid political failure such as losing elections or assassination, managing threats to stay in power."

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      "Players must avoid political failure and maintain office through strategic resource and reputation management."

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Fellowship, Domination, Status. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence, Sensation, Fantasy.

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