Assume the role of President Anton Rayne and guide the nation of Sordland. Amidst brewing international conflicts, need for reform, deep-seated corruption, and economic recession, you must make the decisions in this political drama. How will you lead?
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Very Positive (213) - 92% of the 213 user reviews in the last 30 days are positive.
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Very Positive (7,437) - 93% of the 7,437 user reviews for this game are positive.
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4 Dec, 2020
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Curator Review

Recommended
By Fellow Traveller 6 May, 2021

“Showcased at LudoNarraCon 2020, 2021 - As President, lead Sordland into ruin or repair during your first term in this text-based RPG.”

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“Through a combination of a choose-your-own-adventure-style visual novel and a Paradox-esque game, you have to pull the young republic out of a terrible recession while dealing with entrenched, corrupt political factions and a looming border conflict.”
- PC Gamer

“The press will lie. Parliament will ask you to sign bills with misleading titles. The people will inspire a song called "My Electorate Are Stupid Pigs". Your principles may be your strongest weapon or your downfall. This is politics. This is Suzerain.”
- Rock Paper Shotgun

“The nuanced dilemmas it presents, set against a detailed and convincing backdrop of mid-20th century history in a fictional world, make it one of the most fascinating political strategy games of the past several years.”
- VICE

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About This Game



Embark on a thrilling story as President Anton Rayne, steering Sordland through a pivotal time. Confront potential border conflicts, deep-seated corruption, and economic turmoil while navigating complex political dynamics in Anton's first term. As the leader, your choices will shape Sordland's destiny.



  • Gripping Story: Traverse a 900K-word branching political saga packed with deep and layered conversations.
  • Choices with Impact: Make critical decisions on security, economy, welfare, and diplomacy. Your values will be tested beyond the confines of your office.
  • Your Legacy: Drive Sordland towards one of 9 unique major endings and more than 25 sub-endings. What will your legacy be?
  • Grand Cast: Engage with a diverse cast of more than 50 characters, each with unique personalities and ideologies.
  • Duty vs. Personal Values: Witness how your presidential decisions influence the country but also your family and relationships.
  • Stay Informed: Keep tabs on the state of affairs through country or interactable city tokens, policies, situations, news and reports. See the impact and result of your actions.
  • Discover the Suzerain Universe: Read about newly introduced nations, codex articles about history, and feel the pulse of the world events.




Emerging from the vestiges of a traditionalist regime and wrestling with a challenging transition to economic liberalization amidst a recession, the populace of Sordland craves democratic reform. Economic uncertainty casts a long shadow as the political landscape transmutes, with rival superpowers casting keen, watchful eyes on the unfolding scene.

Stepping into this maelstrom, you, as President Rayne, must forge effective policies alongside your Cabinet and influential figures. Balance the precarious scales of politics by retaining loyal allies, gauging your values against political necessities, and steeling yourself against potential adversaries. Remember, each character in this narrative carries unique ambitions, fueling the complexity of the political landscape.

As the drama unfolds, the delicate equilibrium between your duty to the nation and commitments to your family will be put to the test - a balancing act that challenges the essence of leadership. Can you hold the reins of presidency successfully while being a good parent?

Best of luck, President Rayne - Sordland awaits your leadership.

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

The fictional game story involves non-visualized text descriptions of violence, social discontent, intimacy, drug and alcohol use, and relevant mature themes.

System Requirements

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macOS
    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows 7/8/10
    • Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 @ 2.4 GHz, AMD FX 8120 @ 3.1 GHz or equivalent
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 900 series, AMD Radeon RX 400 series or equivalent
    • DirectX: Version 9.0c
    • Storage: 2 GB available space
    • Sound Card: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS *: Windows 8/10
    • Processor: Intel i7 920 @ 2.7 GHz, AMD Phenom II 945 @ 3.0 GHz or equivalent
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Nvidia GeForce 10 series,AMD Radeon RX 500 series or equivalent
    • DirectX: Version 9.0c
    • Storage: 4 GB available space
    • Sound Card: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible
    • Additional Notes: Dedicated Video RAM: 2048 MB
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.
    Minimum:
    • OS: OSX Version 10.11: "El-Capitan"
    • Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 @ 2.4 GHz, AMD FX 8120 @ 3.1 GHz or equivalent
    • Memory: 4 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Radeon Pro 500 series or equivalent
    • Storage: 2 GB available space
    • Sound Card: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible
    Recommended:
    • OS: OSX Version 10.14: "Mojave"
    • Processor: Intel i7 920 @ 2.7 GHz, AMD Phenom II 945 @ 3.0 GHz or equivalent
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: Radeon Pro 5000M series or equivalent
    • Storage: 4 GB available space
    • Sound Card: 100% DirectX 9.0c compatible
    • Additional Notes: Dedicated Video RAM: 2048 MB

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