The Political Machine 2016 (2016)

Developer

Stardock Entertainment

Platforms

Windows

Genres

Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy

Rating

3.8 of 5, 706 player ratings

Typical playtime

about 5.3 hours

Where to get it

Steam

How it feels

A satirical, turn-based strategy game where you manage a presidential campaign, balancing resources and public opinion to win the election.

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What players say

Players report the game is a near-identical re-release of The Political Machine 2012 with only updated candidates and minor UI tweaks. Long-time fans are disappointed that basic features like primaries, debates, and third-party candidates never appeared, though many still find the fast-paced election simulation fun and enjoy creating custom characters.

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