The best board, card & dice games with political elements 👩‍💼 2024

Looking for a really good party game with political 👩‍💼 elements? We have clearly listed the 30 best political games.

What are political games?

Political games encourage players to use their character's authority to manipulate social activities and policies.

This can include, for example, the political race to power by winning the election campaign or games that involve diplomatic elements that took place, for example, during the "Cold War".

Historical reference not mandatory

A historical or historical reference does not have to be part of these games, but it often is. In our list you can also find fictional games - these games still contain political elements.

Interested in historical or war games?

We have created some more lists:

list of the best politics games 2024 👩‍💼

This list was last updated on February 25, 2024. We compared 1875 board games for this list and selected the top 30. There's also a print version for this list.
  1. Secret Hitler

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    Secret Hitler is a compelling board game set in the tumultuous political landscape of 1930s Germany. This game of deception and deduction requires players to conceal their identities while working towards opposite goals, depending on whether they are liberals or fascists.

    Nominated for 1 award.

    More details for Secret Hitler
    • 5 - 10 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  2. Dune: Imperium

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    Dune: Imperium is a strategic deck-building game inspired by the iconic Dune universe, incorporating elements from both the recent film adaptation and the classic novels. Players lead one of the Great Houses in the interstellar political landscape of the Landsraad.

    Nominated for 19 awards and won 7.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2022

    More details for Dune: Imperium
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 60 - 120 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  3. Watergate

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    Watergate thrusts players into the historical tug-of-war between the Nixon Administration and a determined journalist from the Washington Post. This game recreates the infamous political scandal, requiring strategic card play and keen decision-making.

    Nominated for 9 awards and won 4.

    More details for Watergate
    • 2 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for Watergate

    • YouTube Review for the game "Watergate" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  4. Coup

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    Coup is a strategic bluffing game set in an Italian city-state. Players, as heads of rival families, seek to outmaneuver and eliminate others to be the last one standing. Influence is key, represented by face-down character cards, each offering unique powers.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Coup
    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Immediately playable
    👍 Good price!13€ atAmazon.de*

    Video reviews for Coup

    • YouTube Review for the game "Coup" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  5. The King's Dilemma

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    The King's Dilemma presents a captivating blend of narrative storytelling and strategy, set in the fictional Kingdom of Ankist. As players, you step into the roles of leaders of various noble houses, each with your own agendas and influence, making critical decisions that shape the fate of the kingdom.

    Nominated for 7 awards.

    ⭐️ Nominated for Kennerspiel des Jahres 2020

    More details for The King's Dilemma
    • 3 - 5 Players
    • 45 - 60 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn

    Video reviews for The King's Dilemma

    • YouTube Review for the game "The King's Dilemma" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
    • YouTube Review for the game "The King's Dilemma" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  6. Oriflamme

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    Oriflamme immerses players in the cutthroat world of medieval politics. After the king's death, players, as leaders of influential families, vie for the throne using strategy and deceit.

    Nominated for 4 awards and won 2.

    More details for Oriflamme
    • 3 - 5 Players
    • 15 - 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  7. Tiefe Taschen

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    • 4 - 8 Players
    • 20 - 50 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Immediately playable

    Video reviews for Tiefe Taschen

    • YouTube Review for the game "Tiefe Taschen" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  8. Vaalbara

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    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 20 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
    👍 Good price!15€ atAmazon.de*
  9. Twilight Struggle

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    Twilight Struggle offers an immersive journey through a pivotal period in history, where the world stood on the brink of nuclear annihilation. This two-player game takes place during the forty-five year rivalry between the Soviet Union and the United States. Instead of traditional warfare, players engage in a dance of intrigue, prestige, and the occasional outbreak of hostilities. As the superpowers strive to make the world safe for their ideologies, you'll navigate a complex web of politics, espionage, and strategy. The game begins in the aftermath of World War II, with both superpowers scrambling for control, and concludes in 1989, leaving only one superpower standing.

    Nominated for 6 awards and won 5.

    More details for Twilight Struggle
    • 2 Players
    • 120 - 180 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Hard to learn
  10. Cursed Court

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  11. Debatable

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    • 3 - 16 Players
    • 30 - 120 Minutes
    • 15+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  12. Coup: Rebellion G54

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    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 15 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  13. 13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis, 1962

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    13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis is a tense, strategic two-player game set during the critical moments of the Cuban Missile Crisis. It captures the high-stakes Cold War atmosphere, offering a rich thematic experience in just 45 minutes. The game challenges players to navigate complex dilemmas, such as choosing between gaining prestige or risking global nuclear war, and strategically managing their hand of cards to outmaneuver their opponent.

    Nominated for 4 awards.

    More details for 13 Days: The Cuban Missile Crisis, 1962
    • 2 Players
    • 45 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  14. Battlestar Galactica: The Board Game

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    Battlestar Galactica: The Board Game is a semi-cooperative game that captures the tension and intrigue of the acclaimed Sci-Fi Channel series. It combines elements of mistrust, survival, and strategic gameplay.

    Nominated for 11 awards.

    More details for Battlestar Galactica: The Board Game
    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 120 - 180 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty

    Video reviews for Battlestar Galactica: The Board Game

    • YouTube Review for the game "Battlestar Galactica: The Board Game" by BoardGameGeek
      Video is in English
  15. Dune: Imperium – Uprising

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    • 1 - 6 Players
    • 60 - 120 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  16. Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition

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    Embark on an epic journey of galactic conquest in Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition. As a leader of one of seventeen unique factions, you'll navigate the vastness of space, striving for dominance through military might, political maneuvering, and economic prowess. The game unfolds around Mecatol Rex, the central planet, where the throne of the galaxy awaits the faction that can skillfully navigate the challenges of a dynamic and strategically constructed universe.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition
    • 3 - 6 Players
    • 240 - 480 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Hard to learn
    👍 Good price!118€ atAmazon.de*

    Video reviews for Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition

    • YouTube Review for the game "Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  17. Dual Powers: Revolution 1917

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    • 1 - 2 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  18. A War of Whispers

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    A War of Whispers offers a unique twist on classic war games by casting players as shadowy secret societies manipulating the outcomes of a global conflict. Unlike traditional war games where players vie for dominance, here you bet on and influence the success of various empires from behind the scenes, with loyalty and deceit as your main tools.

    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

    More details for A War of Whispers
    • 2 - 4 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 14+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  19. Votes for Women

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    Nominated for 3 awards.

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    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 60 - 75 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  20. Freedom: The Underground Railroad

    All details for the board game Freedom: The Underground Railroad and similar games

    Freedom: The Underground Railroad is a compelling cooperative game that immerses players in the crucial historical period of the Abolitionist movement in the United States. Players collaboratively work to build up the movement's strength using cards representing notable figures and events from Early Independence to the Civil War. The game balances the challenging tasks of moving slaves to freedom in Canada and raising funds to sustain abolitionist activities. The presence of slave catchers on the board adds a tense and realistic element, as they seek to thwart the players' efforts.

    Nominated for 5 awards and won 2.

    More details for Freedom: The Underground Railroad
    • 1 - 4 Players
    • 60 - 120 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Medium difficulty

    Video reviews for Freedom: The Underground Railroad

    • YouTube Review for the game "Freedom: The Underground Railroad" by Shut Up & Sit Down
      Video is in English
  21. Cold War: CIA vs KGB

    All details for the board game Cold War: CIA vs KGB and similar games

    Cold War: CIA vs. KGB is a strategic game that immerses players into the tense and intricate world of espionage and global manipulation in the aftermath of World War II. As the head of either the CIA or the KGB, players engage in a delicate dance of influence, using spies, double agents, and any means at their disposal to sway foreign governments towards their ideology. The game captures the essence of the Cold War, where indirect actions, influence, and subterfuge define the struggle for global supremacy rather than direct military engagements.

    Nominated for 2 awards.

    More details for Cold War: CIA vs KGB
    • 2 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  22. Nuclear Escalation

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    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  23. Iron Curtain

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    • 2 Players
    • 20 - 30 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  24. 1960: The Making of the President

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    1960: The Making of the President is a captivating and strategic two-player board game that immerses players in the historical and intense presidential election of 1960 between John F. Kennedy and Richard M. Nixon.

    Nominated for 4 awards.

    More details for 1960: The Making of the President
    • 2 Players
    • 90 - 120 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  25. Revolution!

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    Revolution! is a strategic board game of deception, influence, and area control. Set in a world of covert political maneuvering, players secretly bid against each other to gain victory points, control key territories, and amass resources like Gold, Blackmail, and Force for future rounds. The essence of the game lies in knowing when to push your advantage for points and when to strategically yield to your opponents.

    More details for Revolution!
    • 3 - 4 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 13+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  26. Nuclear War

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    • 2 - 6 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 10+ years old
    • Immediately playable
  27. Gang of Four

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    Nominated for 1 award.

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    • 3 - 4 Players
    • 40 Minutes
    • 8+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  28. Gorbachev: The Fall of Communism

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    • 1 Players
    • 30 - 60 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn
  29. Triumph & Tragedy: European Balance of Power 1936-1945

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    • 2 - 3 Players
    • 240 - 360 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Medium difficulty
  30. Kolejka

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    Kolejka, also known as Queue, is a board game that vividly recreates the experience of shopping in Poland during the late Communist era. This game challenges players to acquire all the items on their shopping list by navigating their family members through queues at various stores, despite the scarcity of goods.

    Nominated for 1 award and won 1.

    More details for Kolejka
    • 2 - 5 Players
    • 60 Minutes
    • 12+ years old
    • Easy to learn

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