Government Simulator
- December 4, 2017
- Ambiera
- 10h 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 allows players to simulate government decisions and see their impacts on the country, which can be engaging for those interested in politics.
- It has potential for growth and improvement, with many players expressing hope for future updates and additional content.
- The interface is user-friendly, making it accessible for players who may not have a background in politics or economics.
- The gameplay is overly simplistic, often reducing to just adjusting sliders without meaningful consequences, leading to a lack of depth and challenge.
- Many players report that the game lacks realism, with economic and political systems that do not correlate logically with player actions.
- There is a significant lack of content, including limited laws and policies, which makes the game feel repetitive and shallow after a short playtime.
- gameplay32 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 81 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the government simulator is criticized for being overly simplistic and lacking depth, primarily revolving around slider mechanics and button clicks that fail to create meaningful engagement. While some players appreciate the in-depth micromanagement and balance of realism, many feel that the mechanics are shallow, the user interface is bland, and the overall experience lacks compelling content and purpose. Suggestions for improvement include expanding diplomatic features and enhancing political management to create a more dynamic and rewarding gameplay experience.
“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.”
“Interesting simulation to poke around in, but suffers from a fundamental lack of interesting gameplay.”
“Yes, your slider-moving antics (aside: the only 'gameplay' is the moving of sliders and clicking of buttons, as many others have said before me) can impact things like overall income, favorability ratings, etc., but, in the end, none of it amounts to anything.”
“Shallow mechanics, half-baked UI, limited content, and some plagiarized (and badly implemented) features.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % 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 improving the user interface, particularly in terms of color and organization.
“This is certainly the best simulator I have ever seen; the graphics are just like wow!”
“The aesthetics of the game are stunning and create an immersive experience.”
“The graphics are incredibly detailed 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.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviewers indicate that the game's replayability is limited due to a lack of playable countries, suggesting that players seeking a more in-depth and varied experience should consider "Democracy 3" instead.
“The game offers a variety of playable countries, enhancing its replayability.”
“With more playable countries available, each playthrough feels fresh and exciting.”
“The inclusion of multiple playable countries significantly boosts the game's replay value.”
“Otherwise, just get Democracy 3 if you actually want an in-depth or replayable experience, even if I don't like Democracy 3 much better.”
- monetization2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Many users express frustration with government simulator games, noting that they often feel like cash grabs rather than quality experiences. There is a clear desire for a well-crafted game in this genre that prioritizes gameplay over monetization.
“Still yet to find a good government simulator type game that is actually good and not a cash grab.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is noted for its engaging missions, with players highlighting the memorable experience of the Germany mission. However, the repetition in user feedback suggests a lack of variety or depth in the overall narrative.
