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Branches of Power (2020) is a strategy game where you control all three branches of US government. You run the country with the ability to introduce presidential agendas, write legislation, sign or veto bills, and even judge passed laws. It's a lot to deal with and intentionally so. As you play you learn about how these different aspects of governance work.

Play involves making a series of decisions. You pick leaders for each branch of government, create a presidential agenda, introduce bills and pass laws out of Congress and apply judicial review to pass laws.

As you progress the challenge develops. The game simulates how the separation of powers and checks and balances limit government, while contributing to the creation of laws. You can analyze the structure, functions, and processes of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches.

This is part of the iCivics series of games, you can also play Win the White House.

Our examiner, Andy Robertson, first checked Branches of Power 2 years ago. It was re-examined by Jo Robertson and updated 2 years ago.
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Play StylePlay Style

This is a Brain Game and Narrative game with Communication, Puzzle and Role-Play elements. This is a single-player game.

DurationDuration

Play Time: It takes between 20 minutes and half an hour to play a round of this game.

Age RatingsAge Ratings

Content Rating

This game has been rated PEGI 3.

Skill Level

10+ year-olds usually have the required skill to enjoy this game.

CostsCosts

Branches of Power

Web Free
App Store iOS Free
Android Store Android Free
This game is free to play. There are no additional in-game purchases, loot boxes, adverts or subscription costs.

DetailsGame Details

Release Date: 29/05/2020

Price: Free

Out Now: Android, Web and iOS

Skill Rating: 10+ year-olds

Players: 1

Genres: Brain Game, Narrative (Communication, Puzzle and Role-Play)

Accessibility: 0 features documented (Tweet Developer )

Components: 2D Side-On and Cartoon

Developer: i Civics (@iCivics)


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