Power & Revolution

About

"Power & Revolution" is a geopolitical simulation game that lets you play as a Head of State or as an opposition leader, with the goal of extending your influence on the world or conquering power. The game features detailed depictions of current conflict zones and allows you to control opposition forces, manage party budgets, and engage in a variety of tactics to gain power. With a focus on realism, the game includes occupied territories, contested cities, and other current events on its world map.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

47%

Audience ScoreBased on 324 reviews

gameplay6 positive mentions

stability61 negative mentions

The game offers a deep and complex political simulation, allowing players to manage various aspects of a country, including economics, diplomacy, and military actions.
Players can experience a wide range of scenarios, from leading a country to being part of a revolutionary movement, providing a unique gameplay experience.
The game includes a variety of features such as espionage, international relations, and the ability to influence public opinion through policies and reforms.

The game is plagued by numerous bugs and crashes, making it frustrating and often unplayable for many users.
The user interface is clunky and unintuitive, making it difficult for players to navigate and understand the various mechanics of the game.
The graphics and overall presentation feel outdated, which detracts from the immersive experience that the game aims to provide.

stability
62 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
98%
The game is widely criticized for its significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and glitches that severely impact gameplay. While some players find it enjoyable despite these problems, many express frustration over the lack of polish and the persistence of issues from previous versions. Overall, the consensus is that the game is a "buggy mess" that requires substantial improvements to reach its potential.
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or glitches.”
- “I haven't encountered any bugs, which makes for a seamless experience.”
- “The stability of the game allows me to focus on enjoying the gameplay without interruptions.”
- “This game has been unfinished and buggy in every single release.”
- “I do not recommend this game due to these very frustrating glitches!”
- “The game is way overpriced and the DLCs are really pathetic - the in-game editor that breaks your game after a while, every single time, and a modding tool that is buggy as hell and mods are usually unstable too.”
gameplay
51 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
82%
6%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a complex and often frustrating experience, with limited guidance on mechanics and numerous bugs that hinder enjoyment. While it offers a wide range of geopolitical options and can be satisfying when mechanics align, many players find the interactions unrealistic and the overall execution lacking polish. Despite some players enjoying the depth and variety, the consensus leans towards a need for significant improvements in mechanics and stability.
- “Here, you run both the internals of your country by interacting with NPCs, parliament, and the many mechanics that have been implemented.”
- “The graphics are wack to say the least, but the enjoyment when you find that click with the game mechanics opens up several and diverse problem-solving measures.”
- “Overall though, the gameplay is quite fun and very addictive.”
- “There's not much guidance as far as how the game mechanics work.”
- “Gameplay is a fail.”
- “The tutorial is very short and does not explain many of the mechanics included in the game, and it is a drastic change going from the tutorial to a new game.”
graphics
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
56%
36%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized as outdated and poorly executed, with many reviewers comparing them unfavorably to titles from over a decade ago. Users noted issues such as low resolution, unpolished visuals, and a cluttered user interface, leading to a general consensus that the graphics do not meet modern standards. While some players found enjoyment in the game's mechanics despite the graphical shortcomings, the overall impression is that the visuals are a significant drawback.
- “It looks nice, graphically speaking; characters look goofy and weird, but I kind of like that.”
- “The ocean is smooth and good to look at, and the land is an improvement. On high graphic settings, it runs smoothly.”
- “Update: 25/01/2017, there seems to be a lot of good things happening, including better graphics and major bug fixes.”
- “It is dated, the character graphics are utterly horrendous (think Elder Scrolls: Oblivion faces, a game that's 13 years old), the voice acting is nothing short of hilariously bad, and the gameplay is less varied than previous versions.”
- “Great idea, not a good job: worst optimization I have ever seen, rare updates (paid), bugs everywhere, almost the same terrible graphics as the first game released years ago and all the stuff that makes a game bad.”
- “This is the latest perennial installment of the game Commander in Chief that came out in 2009, but this time (gasp) the graphics are upgraded to 2003 quality instead of 2001!”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
44%
33%
The game's optimization has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users citing numerous bugs, performance issues, and crashes that hinder the overall experience. Many reviewers express frustration over the lack of updates and the game's failure to improve upon its predecessor's graphics and functionality. While some players experienced smooth gameplay for short periods, the consensus is that significant polish and optimization are urgently needed.
- “If this game had better performance and fewer bugs, it'd be far easier to recommend.”
- “I played the game for 2 hours straight and it ran smoothly the whole time.”
- “I just can't do it, though, because there are so many bugs and optimization issues.”
- “Great idea, but not a good job: worst optimization I have ever seen, rare updates (paid), bugs everywhere, almost the same terrible graphics as the first game released years ago, and all the stuff that makes a game bad.”
- “The game needs polish and optimization above all.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
63%
38%
The story aspect of the game is perceived as lacking depth, with players noting a minimal narrative presence and frustration over gameplay interruptions that detract from the experience. Some users express disappointment in the game's storytelling, feeling that it fails to engage or develop a compelling plot.
- “I banned sects, and they all created a new terrorist cell - and each one went into negative numbers of preparedness and plot power (checked through the gods n spy DLC).”
- “I mean I've been playing games since the 80s and this game crashes just when you are about to finalize deals, or you are in an important space mission or when you think you are about to conquer a country.”
- “No story.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
86%
43%
The humor in the game is described as inconsistent and often unintentional, with players finding the poor voice acting and dated graphics amusing at first, but the novelty quickly wears off. While some aspects, like declaring war, are initially entertaining, the overall experience is marred by bugs and a lack of variety, leading to frustration rather than sustained laughter.
- “Thanks guys for clearing that part of history up for me... sarcasm much... anyway just clear that up for me and I won't have much of a problem... right now I am laughing because war in this game is funny but after 3 games it is not funny anymore... thanks guys and gals for listening I still love this game don't give up but don't also become greedy either.”
- “Only played 6 hours because I installed it on my notebook, then changed to desktop, and can't play anymore, it's funny.”
- “Although you can declare war (it's funny as hell to war), it could at times have great consequences for your public image.”
- “The game is just like the last one, filled with bugs. The new announcer features are only half implemented, and it's not funny to play as an opposition or an illegal opposition (terrorist group) because your options are very limited.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced, making it hard to enjoy the game.”
- “I expected a lot of laughs, but the jokes are stale and the comedic timing is off.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious and time-consuming, often requiring a significant investment of time and effort to progress. Many express frustration with poorly explained mechanics and the necessity of frequent, repetitive tasks to succeed in the long run.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “That said, there are just too many things that are either tedious, poorly explained (even with the godsnspy addon), or just don't work like they should, either by design or not.”
- “If you want to do well in the long run, you have to hold these tedious meetings almost on a daily basis if you are playing in the USA.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The 2018 edition significantly enhances replayability by allowing players to choose from nearly all countries in the world, offering diverse gameplay options. Users find the game both educational and engaging, contributing to its high replay value.
- “It's educational, very interesting, and the replay value is enormous.”
- “After the 2018 edition, the game is much more playable.”
- “It offers really wide gameplay options for the players as all the countries in the world are playable in the game.”
- “Almost all countries are playable.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game has been heavily criticized for relying on exploitative microtransactions, leading players to feel that it is a cash grab rather than a polished product. Many users express frustration over the lack of bug fixes and the misleading marketing that suggests the game is complete.
- “The other reviews here pretty much say it all; the devs never bother to fix the bugs in these games, and it's obvious that it's just cash grabs at this point.”
- “However, they are falsely advertising the game and in no way should it be considered a 'finished or complete' game.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game features a few standout tracks, but overall, it is considered lackluster, with some users suggesting it may be better to mute the game entirely due to its inconsistency.
- “There are a few solid notes in the soundtrack, but overall it is packaged in a way that you might as well mute the game.”
- “Some of the music is a bit off too.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the emotional impact of certain game moments, such as the death of a beloved character in Gears of War 3, can evoke strong feelings, even surpassing frustrations with gameplay mechanics. The ability to connect deeply with characters and their stories is highlighted as a significant aspect of the gaming experience.
- “If I had to choose between navigating this clunky interface and watching Dom die in Gears of War 3 for the first time over and over again, I would choose the latter. That moment made me cry.”