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There is indeed a game for everyone out there. Today’s example is “The Political Machine,” for all you politicos out there.

“The Political Machine” is a PC strategy game that allows its players to run for president. You can choose from existing candidates or create your own. Hrm, want to play out this year’s election with no surprises and no disappointments? Here’s your chance! If history is more your thing, you can pit famous presidents of the past against one another: JFK vs. Bill Clinton? You got it!

Once you have your candidate chosen, you choose your map/scenario and start to tackle the issues and battle against your opponent with the election day looming over your head.

While “TPM” is just a game meant for some educational fun, its creators note that it is also “one of the most advanced political simulations that exists.  For example, in 2004, the The Political Machine 2004 edition accurately predicted the election in June. Stardock’s Brad Wardell was asked live on CNBC in June 2004 how the game predicted the outcome. The game correctly predicted that Ohio — not Florida — would be the state to watch and whoever won that state would win the election.  It also correctly predicted the winner of 48 of the 50 states.”

For a free demo of the game, or to download it in its entirety, click here: http://www.politicalmachine.com/.

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