The Political Machine

 PC
  • Publisher: Ubisoft
  • Release Date: Aug 12, 2004
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 21
  3. Negative: 2 out of 21
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  1. Computer Gaming World
    90
    A political campaign would be nothing without dirty tricks, and The Political Machine gives you a whole arsenal of them. [Nov 2004, p.84]
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  2. PC Format
    82
    Surprisingly more depth than there at first appears.
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  3. GameSpy
    80
    There's no denying that this is going to be another enduring feather in the cap of one of the most exciting strategy game developers since the heyday of Microprose and SimTex.
  5. Gaming Nexus
    80
    The game is simple to pick up and play, and simple to enjoy. The graphics are much like a cartoon, but they get the job done easily.
  6. PC Gameworld
    80
    A fun, thinking person's game, if you have a taste for politics. Fast twitch skills are useless here. Who wouldn't want to pit Arnold Schwarzeneggar against Hilary Clinton?
  7. Cheat Code Central
    80
    It's part documentary, part board game, but totally fun.
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  8. IGN
    79
    Although The Political Machine isn't quite as fleshed out as I would have liked and dates itself by focusing heavily on the issues of 2004, it's still fun and surprisingly accessible.
  9. GameZone
    75
    Offers up a truly unique experience that is both fun and informative. Give it a try if you’re interested in fun or learning.

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#95 Best PC Game of 2004

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User Score
5.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 9 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 4 out of 9
  1. Cameran
    Sep 7, 2004
    10
    Be sure you have a firm grasp on common-sense politics. I picked up and understood this game within the first 30 minutes, and went on to win Be sure you have a firm grasp on common-sense politics. I picked up and understood this game within the first 30 minutes, and went on to win my first election without reading the manual- I did have it on the easiest gameplay setting. This is a great game for political junkies! There are a variety of issues you can take a stance on, a full campaign, and they promise new downloadable content. You can easily make a new candidate or play a fantasy game where you alter the demographic settings. Highly recommended to anyone who likes strategy games or politics!… Full Review »
  2. G.Davis
    Sep 6, 2004
    3
    I found the game difficult and confusing even on the beginner setting. Worst of all, I did not understand why my candidate lost or how the I found the game difficult and confusing even on the beginner setting. Worst of all, I did not understand why my candidate lost or how the different factors of the game affect winning or losing. … Full Review »
  3. RobertH.
    Sep 6, 2004
    0
    I've had video card issues as well. Tech "support" has been all but non-existant. If you're not a techie, beware of this game!!!
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