Power & Revolution 2019 Edition
- March 12, 2019
- Eversim
- 100h median play time
Get on Steam"Power & Revolution 2019 Edition" is a geopolitical simulator that allows you to play as the Head of State of any country and influence the world through strategic, simulation-based gameplay. With detailed representation of 100,000+ data points and 15,000+ texts, the game accurately recreates the current world across economic, political, military, and other domains. The 3D world map and recorded dialogue enhance the immersive experience as you try to change the destiny of the planet.
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Reviews
- The game offers a unique and in-depth geopolitical simulation experience, allowing players to control various aspects of a nation.
- Many players find the gameplay engaging and enjoy the challenge of managing a country's economy and politics.
- The game has a lot of potential for creativity, with various paths to explore and different strategies to implement.
- The game is riddled with bugs and crashes frequently, making it frustrating to play and often unplayable.
- The user interface is clunky and not user-friendly, leading to confusion and difficulty in navigating the game's features.
- The price is considered too high for the quality of the game, especially given the lack of updates and support from the developers.
- stability64 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- -2 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game is widely criticized for its severe stability issues, with numerous reports of bugs, crashes, and corrupted save files making it nearly unplayable. Many users express frustration over the lack of updates to address these problems, leading to a consensus that the game is overpriced for its current state. While some players find enjoyment in the gameplay when it functions properly, the overwhelming consensus is that the game's stability is a significant barrier to a positive experience.
“The game runs smoothly without any major bugs, providing a stable experience that enhances gameplay.”
“I appreciate the stability of the game; it allows me to focus on enjoying the content without worrying about crashes or glitches.”
“The developers have done a great job ensuring that the game remains stable, making it a pleasure to play.”
“The game is super buggy and crashes often.”
“Unfortunately, the game is just too buggy to play.”
“It's a scam how much they charge; this game is far too buggy and complicated to be £40.”
- gameplay39 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 82 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for being fundamentally broken, plagued by bugs, and lacking clear mechanics, which detracts from the strategic experience it promises. Players report frustrating micromanagement, poor documentation, and game-breaking crashes, making it difficult to enjoy the simulation aspects. While some find potential in the game's features, the overwhelming issues lead many to recommend against purchasing it, especially at its current price point.
“Overall, 7.5 out of 10, with the gameplay itself about a 9 out of 10.”
“This game has a lot of features perfect for a simulation game; it's the right game if you wanted to have something like Victoria II or a game with very deep mechanics.”
“From the gameplay side, this game is great; it has everything I want and more from this kind of simulator.”
“For over 100 agonizing hours I've tried to come to terms with the buggy mess, occasional insane lagging, terrible mechanics, lack of explanations on anything, and the general feeling of why the heck am I even doing this.”
“It promises you a deep strategic experience only to boggle you down with pointless micromanagement, game-destroying bugs, and non-transparent mechanics.”
“I really want to like this game, but it is too buggy for me to recommend it to someone who doesn't want to suffer through game-breaking crashes and weird, inexplicable mechanics.”
- graphics20 mentions
- 15 % positive mentions
- 60 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many users criticizing them as outdated and plagued by bugs that hinder gameplay. While some appreciate the visual style, others find it mediocre and unpolished, leading to frequent crashes and performance issues even on capable hardware. Overall, the game's graphics are seen as a significant drawback that detracts from its potential.
“Graphics and all other aspects of the game are perfect; just allow me to play without crashes.”
“Very nice graphics.”
“At its core, it is very educational, something like 'real lives' but with graphics.”
“The graphics are not good at all and the game crashes pretty often.”
“Sort out the graphics and the UI, which look like something from 2005.”
“But it's 42 dollars in my country, which I feel is absurd for a game that is full of glitches and low standard graphics and poor voice acting.”
- optimization9 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is widely criticized, with users reporting significant bugs, performance issues, and memory leaks that lead to crashes and game-breaking experiences. While some players note moments of smooth performance, the prevailing sentiment is that the game is poorly optimized, making it difficult to recommend.
“If I could change another thing, it'd be the optimization.”
“Unfortunately, my last save was about 2 hours of warfare earlier because I got lulled into a false sense of security by the smooth performance I'd seen to that point.”
“It actually runs smoothly and there's not that annoying 1-second delay after clicking any button.”
“The game is poorly optimized; it has a huge memory leak.”
“The game is also just absolutely horribly optimized.”
“Performance is horrid.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its accuracy and the ability to impose absurd laws, earning high ratings from players. While the voice acting is noted as hilariously poor, it adds to the charm, and the presence of quirky NPCs with strong personalities and witty dialogues enhances the overall comedic atmosphere. Players find the game consistently funny, often leading to extended play sessions filled with experimentation and laughter.
“Although the voice acting is hilariously bad, the fact that it actually has voice acting and not just text pop-ups you have to read about everything in your country is great.”
“Their support won't actually help you; they will say you have run the game across 3 different PCs in the last 12 hours. Funny that, because I don't own 3 PCs.”
“- There are in-game personalities (NPCs) with strong character and dialogues that are both funny and sarcastic, creating a pretty crazy atmosphere.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for lacking depth, with some players noting a significant plot twist but overall minimal narrative engagement. While there are interesting mission objectives, such as managing global warming efforts, the lengthy gameplay can detract from the overall storytelling experience.
“There are also a lot of missions with special objectives that look interesting, like the one on global warming where you have to manage 30 countries at a time to reduce global CO2 emissions.”
“My last story in this game (as Saudi Arabia) was incredibly engaging and immersive.”
“☑ no story”
“My last story in this game (as Saudi Arabia)”
“It should also be noted that on certain scenarios, the game may impose particularly long-lasting games, for example space conquest missions which require, for some of them, years to be completed (yes, as in reality ...), and sometimes you will lose power and the game before reaching its conclusion.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the grinding mechanics, noting that excessive farming can lead to game glitches that deplete resources and cause unrest. It is advised to avoid subsidizing farming to prevent financial collapse within the game.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding, as it allows you to unlock powerful abilities and gear.”
“The grind is satisfying, with each level-up feeling like a significant achievement.”
“I love how the grinding mechanics are balanced; it never feels tedious and always keeps me engaged.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Never subsidize farming in any way, because the game will glitch and put literally all of your GDP into it, even if you can't afford it.”
“So basically, unless you want to see all money in your country evaporate into farming and have everyone protest against you, don't do it.”
- music1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered unremarkable and fails to leave a lasting impression on players.
“The music is not remarkable in any way.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the emotional impact of the game, citing feelings of betrayal and disappointment after returning to find unresolved issues and unexpected setbacks, such as being "assassinated" despite a long absence.
- replayability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers significant replayability due to its thorough design and incorporation of realistic dynamics, encouraging players to revisit and explore different outcomes.
“But generally, it's a pretty thorough game with a lot of replay value and a lot of believable real-world dynamics.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is enhanced by well-developed NPCs featuring strong personalities and witty, sarcastic dialogues, contributing to a lively and engaging environment.
“The in-game personalities (NPCs) have strong character and deliver dialogues that are both funny and sarcastic, creating a wonderfully chaotic atmosphere.”
“The immersive environment and attention to detail make every moment feel alive, enhancing the overall atmosphere of the game.”
“The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals combine to create an atmosphere that draws you in and keeps you engaged.”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, lacking any real sense of immersion.”
“Despite the game's potential, the overall ambiance is flat and fails to engage the player.”
“The world feels empty and devoid of personality, making it hard to get lost in the experience.”
