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The Race for the White House2015

The Race for the White House

2015 Eversim67Worthwhile

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Launch
January 2, 2015
Developer
Eversim
Publisher
Eversim
Themes
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Overview

Travel around the United States, try to woo voters across the country, create your own political agenda, skillfully manage your campaign budget... and perhaps you will be the next White House occupant! A presidential election simulation game with realistic elements for political neophytes and serious political junkies!

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Reception

It is with some regret that I have to give this game (by a company whose Rulers of Nations I very much enjoyed) a negative review. That comes from three main areas of failure. 1: Not actually a good depiction of US politics. 2: Not very different from Stardock's The Political Machine 2012. 3: Not very customizable. 1: This should not be surprising....

Steam, , 366 found it helpful

Too buggy. I enjoyed most of what I played but it feels very unfinished. Don't get me wrong GAMEPLAY is way more important than graphics but it feels really clunky almost like a chore to play. I would not say it was a waste of money as I'm a huge fan of political sims but I would not recommend this game to anyone who isn't. Hardcore political sim fan?...

Steam, , 22 found it helpful

I spoke about cracking down on hardcore pornography on an elementary school's festival. Then I legalized prositution, child work and all kind of drugs. I also abolished the minimum wage and all kinds of security measures. Then I built a moon base. Basically, I did everything to bring the country down. And almost 15% of the States voted for me. Tonight,...

Steam, , 15 found it helpful

Honestly, this game is very fun and rather hilarious when playing with either friends or family. When playing alone, or with a random person it isn't that fun unless you're into politics. This game is pretty underrated.

Steam, , 11 found it helpful

Will start this review with the fact I'm Australian and don't completely grasp US politics. The Race for the White House is a more casual minded election simulation game. Candidates make their way across the country giving promises, holding rallys and generally trying to undermine your opponent. Largely it's a spreadsheet game based on balance, so if...

Steam, , 39 found it helpful