Evil Democracy: 1932

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Evil Democracy: 1932 is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Hamsters Gaming and was released on October 2, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

In the unique world of this political simulator, you travel to Europe, 1933-1935, 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...

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84%

Audience ScoreBased on 275 reviews

gameplay22 positive mentions

grinding4 negative mentions

The game offers a unique political simulation experience set in the 1930s, allowing players to engage with historical events and parties.
Players appreciate the variety of political parties and scenarios available, providing a degree of replayability.
The game has potential for improvement, with developers actively updating and adding new features based on player feedback.

The gameplay is often described as repetitive and shallow, with many players feeling it lacks depth and meaningful mechanics.
The tutorial is criticized for being unclear and insufficient, leaving players confused about game mechanics.
Many reviews mention technical issues and poor optimization, leading to a frustrating experience during gameplay.

gameplay
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
68%
4%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity and a lack of depth, with many players noting the repetitive nature of actions and unclear mechanics that hinder strategic engagement. While some find the political mechanics and resource management interesting, others express a desire for more clarity and variety in gameplay features. Overall, the game shows potential for improvement as developers continue to add new mechanics and refine existing ones based on player feedback.
- “The gameplay is absorbing; you don't notice how time flies.”
- “I think the ideology mechanic is pretty well done and interesting, and the balance of managing resources and hiring journalists and other staff is rather unique.”
- “Interesting concept, fun and relaxing gameplay.”
- “Very simple, lacks replayability, deep mechanics, and clear feedback on your actions.”
- “The gameplay itself is clicking on the same 2-3 actions with very little real strategy.”
- “The mechanics are somewhat opaque and the short slideshow that serves as a tutorial does not explain them.”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
68%
12%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it out of place and too modern for the game's historical setting, often describing it as generic or industrial rock. Some players expressed a desire for more atmospheric and era-appropriate music, while a few appreciated the soundtrack and found it enjoyable. Overall, the consensus leans towards a need for a more fitting musical selection to enhance the game's ambiance.
- “I liked the game, interesting gameplay, atmospheric graphics, unstressing music :D I got what I paid for.”
- “The best part is the music.”
- “Worth picking up on sale for the music alone.”
- “The first thing that assaults the player is the generic anachronistic rock music that is completely out of place for the time and setting.”
- “My first reaction when starting the game was 'what the hell is this music?' This was supposed to be a slow political strategy game, but the music was some kind of industrial rock or whatever, which would fit the action scenes of an FPS game.”
- “I like playing the game and even the sounds in the game, but the music is too modern!”
graphics
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
13%
20%
The graphics of the game are generally described as satisfactory, with many players appreciating the atmospheric visuals that complement the gameplay. While some reviews note that the graphics are minimal and not groundbreaking, they are deemed adequate for the game's style, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience. The combination of good graphics and sound effects enhances the game's appeal, particularly for fans of management and simulation genres.
- “I liked the game, interesting gameplay, atmospheric graphics, unstressing music :D I got what I paid for.”
- “Good atmosphere of the 1930s, nice graphics and sound effects.”
- “The graphics are pleasing to the eye.”
- “This game has minimal graphics (nor does it need much) and the turn processes are basically spreadsheet sums.”
- “Graphics are alright, but nothing to write home about.”
- “For those who appreciate managers, simulators and who are not afraid of simple and unassuming graphics.”
atmosphere
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
15%
21%
Overall, the atmosphere of the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the atmospheric graphics and sound effects that evoke the 1930s. However, some users feel that the music could be improved to enhance the immersive experience, while others note a lack of historical events that would deepen the game's atmosphere. Despite these critiques, the game's meditative gameplay and charming random events contribute positively to its overall ambiance.
- “I liked the game, interesting gameplay, atmospheric graphics, unstressing music :D I got what I paid for.”
- “Good atmosphere of the 1930s, nice graphics and sound effects.”
- “Among the advantages I would list: the deep gameplay and the pleasant atmosphere of that time.”
- “You will not feel any special immersion in the atmosphere of the first third of the 20th century, although there is a certain meditativeness in the gameplay.”
- “There are no events in the game that give any historical atmosphere to it.”
- “Then I checked all other issues raised there, and that's the general atmosphere in the community.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
30%
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30%
Overall, the game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players find it addictive and appreciate the variety of factions to play, many others criticize it for being overly simplistic and lacking clear feedback, resulting in low replay value. Developers are actively working on improvements, which may enhance replayability in the future.
- “What I like about the game is the fact it is replayable and pretty addictive.”
- “The opportunity to play as one of many parties in each country provides replayability.”
- “It makes the game replayable already, and since I see developers are still working on the game, it will only get better!”
- “Very simple, lacks replayability, deep mechanics and clear feedback on your actions.”
- “Zero replayability.”
- “Very low replayability.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, lacking depth and balance, which can lead to a loss of interest after a short time. The requirement to produce excessive amounts of items for minimal rewards further exacerbates the frustration, making the experience feel unengaging.
- “It lacks any real depth, is full of repetitive tedious tasks, totally unbalanced and makes you lose any interest after a few turns.”
- “The most tedious element of this process is when the game prompts you to make an unreasonable amount of newspapers, leaflets, or other items so that you get some cash from congress or more votes.”
- “Typical affair, yet just a tad tedious.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The game's story is noted for its humor and uniqueness, providing a pleasant surprise for players, but many feel it lacks clarity and depth, suggesting the addition of cut scenes and improved storytelling elements to enhance the experience.
- “This, of course, does not negate the fact that the game is fascinating and very beautiful; the plot pleasantly surprised me with its humor and uniqueness.”
- “I think if the devs were to add some clarity to the mechanics, include less redundant features, such as the menu where the icons at the bottom do exactly what the icons in the middle do, and maybe add some cutscenes and storytelling to the game, it would improve the experience.”
- “No story.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by quirky and unexpected elements, such as amusing character designs and witty plot twists, which enhance the overall experience and contribute to its charm.
- “For some reason, I’m picturing a man with a funny little mustache.”
- “Funny game.”
- “The plot pleasantly surprised me with its humor and uniqueness.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
150%
Overall, users report that while the game is relatively bug-free, the tutorial is problematic due to bugs that cause unintended progression. Additionally, some UI elements are deemed misleading, which may affect the overall user experience.
- “It seemed relatively bug-free, though there were some misleading UI elements.”
- “The tutorial is buggy; if you click anywhere, it just skips to the next step.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “I experienced constant lag and freezing, which ruined the overall experience.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, leading to noticeable performance degradation with each turn and overall gameplay. Users have described it as a memory hog, resulting in a less polished experience compared to similar titles like Evil Bank Manager.
- “But somehow, this is a memory hog, and performance decreases noticeably with each sequential turn and game.”
- “The game is very poorly optimized, and overall it feels like a watered-down version of Evil Bank Manager.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect of "Evil Democracy: 1932" revolves around the game's focus on using various tactics, including advertising and deception, to gain electoral advantage, reflecting a satirical take on political campaigning. Players can engage in both ethical and unethical strategies to win, highlighting the game's commentary on the lengths parties may go to in pursuit of power.