Underplayed Gems

Lenin Simulator (2022)

Lenin Simulator cover
Developer
lsimul
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Simulation
Rating
3.6 of 5, 28 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 40 minutes
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A text-driven management simulation where you weigh historical choices and manage resources, with a methodical, slightly tense feel as you try to steer a revolution.

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What players say

Players describe it as a short choose-your-own-adventure game about Lenin, not a simulation. Many find the gameplay shallow and note the Tetris-like minigame is divisive. A few praise it as a quick educational tool with charming art, while others warn about the developer's aggressive behavior and say choices rarely matter.

Screenshots

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