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Posted October 15, 2013
It was said that democracy is the worst form of government except all the others that have been tried. --Sir Winston Churchill

Democracy 3, a robust simulation of society and politics that puts you in charge of a realistic virtual country and challenges you with maintaining peace, prosperity, and progress, is available on GOG.com for $24.99.

[url=http://www.gog.com/game/democracy_3][/url]Somehow, political strategy games that give you leadership over a nation play out in fictional realms or ages long passed. You think medieval politics are tough? They don't even compare to modern time politics, where the generally obedient subjects have been replaced with ever-angry voters. That's democracy for you. Democracy 3, to be precise. In this multi-layered political sim you're tasked with running a country full of dynamically simulated voters whose needs, likes, and dislikes you'll need to deal with. With raging recession, unrestrained unemployment, catastrophical crime rate, and even creeping climate change, your virtual office will have their hands full 24/7! This is easily the most complex political strategy game ever made, with almost all the factors that actual governments should take into account in their actions. Your job will be a bit easier here, though, as you'll have all the actual data on your nation's condition, not just opinion polls to go by. This is a gaming experience that'll make you appreciate those in charge a bit more--or hate them with greater passion!

Find out if you have what it takes to govern a modern society in the complex and realistic virtual environment, where your revolutionary political ideas can't really hurt anyone. Get Democracy 3, for only $24.99 on GOG.com!

NOTICE: The DRM-free Mac OS X version of the game is on its way to GOG.com, and should be up for download soon
Posted October 15, 2013
Looks interesting, but this:
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ne_zavarj: $24.99 ? Are you kidding ?
And I also don't have any money left for games, anyway! :)
Posted October 15, 2013
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tinyE: This must be a game about people that love demos.

Oh wait, that's a 'c' not a 'z'.
Wow. Just....wow.
+1 for you, Sir! =D
Posted October 15, 2013
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ne_zavarj: $24.99 ? Are you kidding ?
a brand new game, top of its genre? whats wrong with the price?
Posted October 15, 2013
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ne_zavarj: $24.99 ? Are you kidding ?
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lukaszthegreat: a brand new game, top of its genre? whats wrong with the price?
is it even a game? look like spreadsheet simulator to me :D
Post edited October 15, 2013 by DukeNukemCZ
Posted October 15, 2013
Why does it have to be democracy. I'd much rather a government sim where you can be a dictator.
Posted October 16, 2013
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Crosmando: Why does it have to be democracy. I'd much rather a government sim where you can be a dictator.
They probably figure Tropico covers that arena already. It's good to even it out a bit. Not too many games focusing on democracy.

I'll probably score this on a sale.
Posted October 16, 2013
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Crosmando: Why does it have to be democracy. I'd much rather a government sim where you can be a dictator.
I think Republic cover that. Too bad it was pulled out from GOG.
Posted October 16, 2013
Democracy sucks, though. Everybody wants to have a voice and you end up with one-issue parties talking about horses when you're about to go to war against Terror.
Posted October 16, 2013
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tinyE: This must be a game about people that love demos.

Oh wait, that's a 'c' not a 'z'.
Demozracy?
Posted October 16, 2013
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tinyE: This must be a game about people that love demos.

Oh wait, that's a 'c' not a 'z'.
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Maighstir: Demozracy?
Democrazy. Because the longer it run the more nutcases working there.
Posted October 16, 2013
Wow, VERY happy to see this on GOG.

I played the demo for Democracy 2 a couple of months back and it's a PHENOMENAL game, so can't wait to see what this is like.

It's developed by a one-man outfit in the UK, by the way, so it's a true 'indie' game if you like to support the guys going it alone.

If you like games like Crusader Kings, Europa Universalis etc., I think you'll really like this as it requires a lot of thought and weighing up all your options before you make a move.

Be warned, though, it's going to be addictive :)

It will be a MUST buy for me before the end of the year, but I'm still obsessed with Minecraft right now so it will have to wait for a few weeks.

Very nice to see this on GOG though. Thanks GOG and WELCOME to Cliff Harris, really glad to see your game here!!!
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ne_zavarj: $24.99 ? Are you kidding ?
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lukaszthegreat: a brand new game, top of its genre? whats wrong with the price?
There's nothing wrong with the price.

It's a game that was developed by one guy who, apparently, spends a LONG time making sure everything is as real-to-life and perfect as he possibly can. He creates games nobody else is making and is now even offering them DRM-free.

Of course, some cheapskates will bitch :), but overall I think 25 bucks is very fair for a game of this caliber. Will be picking it up soon.
Post edited October 16, 2013 by Bloodygoodgames
Posted October 16, 2013
Seems very interesting...
Posted October 16, 2013
I didn't realize this prior, but this whole series has been used in schools as an educational tool due to it's depth and accuracy to Democracy, which each iteration getting better. I guess schools also get special discounts on the games as an incentive to implement it in programs related to politics.
Post edited October 16, 2013 by JinseiNGC224
Posted October 16, 2013
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Bloodygoodgames: Wow, VERY happy to see this on GOG.

I played the demo for Democracy 2 a couple of months back and it's a PHENOMENAL game, so can't wait to see what this is like.

It's developed by a one-man outfit in the UK, by the way, so it's a true 'indie' game if you like to support the guys going it alone.

If you like games like Crusader Kings, Europa Universalis etc., I think you'll really like this as it requires a lot of thought and weighing up all your options before you make a move.

Be warned, though, it's going to be addictive :)

It will be a MUST buy for me before the end of the year, but I'm still obsessed with Minecraft right now so it will have to wait for a few weeks.

Very nice to see this on GOG though. Thanks GOG and WELCOME to Cliff Harris, really glad to see your game here!!!
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lukaszthegreat: a brand new game, top of its genre? whats wrong with the price?
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Bloodygoodgames: There's nothing wrong with the price.

It's a game that was developed by one guy who, apparently, spends a LONG time making sure everything is as real-to-life and perfect as he possibly can. He creates games nobody else is making and is now even offering them DRM-free.

Of course, some cheapskates will bitch :), but overall I think 25 bucks is very fair for a game of this caliber. Will be picking it up soon.
So when are we going to read the Democracy 3 review on your site? :P
Posted October 16, 2013
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JinseiNGC224: I didn't realize this prior, but this whole series has been used in schools as an educational tool due to it's depth and accuracy to Democracy, which each iteration getting better. I guess schools also get special discounts on the games as an incentive to implement it in programs related to politics.
I also read that. It's a pity video games or data simulations haven't taken off at universities on a larger scale for the sake of learning. We really need a revolution in the learning process so we can learn much more much faster the way our civilization is going.
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