Government Simulator
- December 4, 2017
- Ambiera
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"Government Simulator" is a political strategy game that puts you in the role of a country's leader. Make decisions on various policies, from economics to social issues, and see how they affect your nation's prosperity and stability. With a variety of challenges and scenarios, this game offers a preparation for the real-life politics.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game is fun and provides a casual experience for those interested in political simulations.
- It has potential for future updates and improvements, with a responsive developer listening to community feedback.
- The interface is user-friendly and allows for easy management of government policies and budgets.
- The game lacks depth and complexity, making it feel repetitive and simplistic after a short playtime.
- Many mechanics, such as the budget and approval rating systems, are poorly balanced and do not reflect realistic outcomes.
- There is a significant lack of content, including limited laws and countries, which diminishes replayability and engagement.
- gameplay17 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the government simulator is criticized for its lack of depth and engaging mechanics, often reduced to simple slider adjustments and button clicks that fail to create meaningful interactions. While some players appreciate the realism and micromanagement aspects, many feel that the game suffers from shallow mechanics, unbalanced systems, and a lack of content, leaving it feeling more like a simulation than a compelling game experience. Overall, there is a strong desire for expanded features, particularly in diplomacy and political management, to enhance the gameplay.
“Government simulator is by no means a perfect experience, it makes up for this though in its gameplay style and astonishingly in-depth micromanagement, making it a great way to spend gaming time!”
“I think the balance of realism to gameplay is very good, and the pace is just right.”
“Having a mechanic where you must manage the political scene is something that would very much improve the game, I feel.”
“I understand why the developer did it for some realism, but gameplay-wise it just doesn't work.”
“Interesting simulation to poke around in, but suffers from a fundamental lack of interesting gameplay.”
“Yes, your slider-moving antics can impact things like overall income and favorability ratings, but in the end, none of it amounts to anything.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while some players are impressed by the visuals, describing them as "wow," others criticize the overall aesthetic as drab and outdated, likening it to a poorly designed object from the 1980s. Additionally, there are suggestions for improvements in the user interface, particularly regarding color choices.
“This game was made with such attention to detail; the graphics are just wow!”
“The aesthetics of the game are stunning and create an immersive experience.”
“The visuals are incredibly vibrant and bring the game world to life.”
“The aesthetics of the game are drab and remind me of a toilet seat made in communist Eastern Europe in the 1980s.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers suggest that the game's replayability is limited due to a lack of playable countries, recommending "Democracy 3" for a more in-depth and engaging experience.
“The game offers a variety of playable countries, enhancing its replayability.”
“With more playable countries, each playthrough feels unique and engaging.”
“The addition of multiple countries to choose from significantly boosts the game's replay value.”
“There are not enough playable countries to keep the game interesting for multiple playthroughs.”
“If you're looking for a truly in-depth or replayable experience, you might as well just get Democracy 3, even though I don't prefer it much.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy, indicating frequent issues that disrupt gameplay.
“The game is incredibly buggy, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I encountered numerous stability issues that ruined my gaming experience.”
“Frequent crashes and glitches have made it hard to enjoy the game.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Many users express frustration with government simulator games, noting that they often feel like cash grabs rather than offering quality gameplay.
“I have yet to find a good government simulator that isn't just a cash grab.”
“The monetization in this game feels excessive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is noted to include missions set in Germany, suggesting a narrative that may involve historical or thematic elements related to that location. However, the review does not provide further details on the overall plot or character development.
