Is the President a Traitor?

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Is the President a Traitor? is a single player management game. It was developed by Some Hominid Games and was released on January 24, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Race against the clock to stop the President and their conspirators from destroying the integrity of American institutions. Starting with only meager funds and dogged perseverance, you will conduct an intelligence investigation of the President’s circle of aides, advisors, and donors.

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79%

Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game effectively captures the atmosphere of spy thrillers and political intrigue, making players feel like they are part of a modern-day investigation.
The writing and narrative are engaging, with thrilling conversations and a steady stream of relevant news updates that enhance the experience.
Despite some graphical limitations, the game offers a unique and enjoyable resource management experience with a compelling story.

The graphics are primitive and may detract from the overall experience, resembling outdated design techniques.
The user interface is not intuitive, and the game lacks sufficient tutorials or guidance for new players, making it challenging to navigate.
There is limited replayability due to simplistic mechanics and a lack of dynamic gameplay, which may lead to repetitive actions over time.

music
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
43%
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it repetitive and ultimately detrimental to their experience, leading them to mute it entirely. While it initially complements the game's atmosphere, many feel it becomes tiresome quickly, prompting suggestions to replace it with other music. Overall, the soundtrack appears to be a significant point of contention among players.
- “The art style is great, the music puts you on the edge sometimes and the game has a lot of flavor: interesting backstories, events, crimes.”
- “The music is what broke it for me, to be honest, and with no way to escape to settings to turn it off or down, I just closed the game and will never open it again.”
- “The sound is mostly limited, and while the background music does its job at first in setting the same mood as the graphics, the loop gets old rather quickly.”
- “Maybe if the game had better graphics, a better soundtrack, a couple of video scenes, and didn't spend almost all of its time fixated on an office full of dossiers, then maybe it would be more enjoyable.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The graphics are generally considered primitive and low-quality, resembling stock photos or basic digital art, yet they effectively create a dark, moody atmosphere that complements the game's themes. While the art style has its charm, the overall aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, and improvements in graphics and sound could enhance the experience.
- “The art style is great, the music puts you on the edge sometimes and the game has a lot of flavor: interesting backstories, events, crimes.”
- “The sound is mostly limited, and while the background music does its job at first in setting the same mood as the graphics, the loop gets old rather quickly.”
- “The graphics are a bit primitive, looking like something that might have been done with stock photos and either Photoshop or perhaps even MS Paint.”
- “The graphics aren't the best, are on the low end of aesthetically pleasing, but get the job done by creating the correct mood for the player with a mostly dark appearance and a neon glow to everyone's dossier picture, reinforcing the point that the player is working in the shadows in a corrupt world.”
- “Maybe if the game had better graphics, a better soundtrack, a couple of video scenes, and didn't spend almost all of its time fixated on an office full of dossiers, then maybe is the president a traitor?”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is initially enjoyable and addictive, providing a cathartic experience, but it quickly reveals itself to be simplistic and repetitive, with mechanics that lack depth. Players find that the variety in presidential treason cases has minimal impact on the overall experience, leading to a cycle of repetitive actions until all endings and achievements are completed, after which the game's value diminishes.
- “I've found the gameplay loop to be quite cathartic in our current times.”
- “While the gameplay is highly addictive, the game may lose value after all of the endings are witnessed and all of the achievements are completed.”
- “While the game is very enjoyable at first, the mechanics soon become slightly transparent.”
- “The different 'nature' of each presidential treason case has little impact on the gameplay itself.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
Overall, reviews indicate that while some games suffer from low replayability due to their simplicity and lack of depth, others, like "Is the President a Traitor?", offer significant replay value through randomized elements and varied gameplay methods. The latter's combination of different characters and strategies enhances its appeal, making it a worthwhile experience for players seeking variety.
- “The game is purely randomized, so with every playthrough, there are different characters (along with different genders for those characters) and various double agents. This, combined with three possible methods of removing the president from office, significantly enhances the replay value.”
- “Given the good fun and replay value, the normal price tag for 'Is the President a Traitor?' makes it a worthwhile investment.”
- “While some critiques mention low replayability, I find that the game accomplishes a lot and offers enough variety to keep me coming back for more.”
- “There's little replay value that I can see.”
- “I think the critiques against the game written already (low replayability, simplicity, somewhat cluttered AI) are fairly made.”
- “[i]Is the president a traitor[/i] is purely randomized, so with every game, there's different characters (along with different genders for those characters) along with different double agents, and this combined with three possible methods of removing the president from office helps add to the replay value.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The game's atmosphere effectively immerses players in the role of a desk jockey navigating a crime thriller, enhanced by its straightforward interface and spreadsheet simulation style. This simplicity contributes to a unique and engaging experience that captures the essence of investigative work.
- “The gameplay leans more towards a spreadsheet simulation, and while the interface is fairly simple, it enhances the atmosphere of being a desk jockey trying to solve a crime thriller.”
- “The haunting soundtrack and dimly lit environments create an immersive atmosphere that keeps you on edge throughout the game.”
- “The attention to detail in the world-building contributes to a rich atmosphere, making every corner feel alive and filled with stories waiting to be uncovered.”
- “The gameplay is more on the spreadsheet sim side of things, and the interface is fairly simple, but it adds to the atmosphere of being a desk jockey trying to solve a crime thriller.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion or tension.”
- “Despite the intriguing premise, the overall atmosphere is dull and fails to engage the player.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game features an engaging story that complements its resource management mechanics, adding depth and intrigue to the overall experience.
- “Fun little resource management game with an interesting story.”

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Is the President a Traitor? is a management game.

Is the President a Traitor? is available on PC and Windows.

Is the President a Traitor? was released on January 24, 2020.

Is the President a Traitor? was developed by Some Hominid Games.

Is the President a Traitor? has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its music.

Is the President a Traitor? is a single player game.

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