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Ilusif Studio · Published by indie.io · Official site ↗
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Lead a rising nation as its newly elected president. Balance policy, economy, and public demands while facing moral dilemmas and a powerful antagonist. Will you stay true to your values—or sacrifice them to survive?
Indie, Simulation, Strategy · More free games
Embark on a challenging journey as you steer your country through complex decisions. In Presidential Rise by Ilusif Studio, navigate the intricate web of politics and public opinion to rise above the fray or fall into scandal.
About this game
Presidential Rise is a political strategy and management sim where you lead a rising nation as its newly elected president. Balance economic growth, public satisfaction, and political stability while facing mounting pressure from a powerful billionaire antagonist.
Make high-stakes decisions, respond to shifting citizen demands, and navigate a web of policies, crises, and conflicting interests. Every choice you make shapes your nation—and your legacy.
Will you lead with integrity, or give in to the forces pulling the strings?
🗳️ Dynamic Decision-Making – Enact policies, give interviews, and steer national direction through tough moral and political choices.
🏗️ Evolving Requests & Infrastructure – Expand infrastructure and address the changing needs of your people across each playthrough.
📊 Popularity & Power Balance – Keep different community groups satisfied—or risk losing control.
💰 Economic & Export Systems – Manage trade, resources, and financial health under constant pressure.
⚖️ Crisis & Corruption Management – Investigate scandals, handle emergencies, and protect your administration.
🎭 Political Dilemmas & Opposition – Face a powerful rival and make tough political decisions where your leadership ideals are constantly challenged through media confrontations and public expectations.
Take the oath. Stand your ground. The future of your nation begins with you.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: Intel i7
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD3000
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
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The Steam Summer Sale Is On Now!
The Steam Summer Sale is on now, running June 25 to July 9! Don't forget to wishlist Presidential Rise now. While you wait, check out great deals on other indie.io titles during the Summer Sale to add to your collection. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2926700/Read full article on Community Announcements (alyssa.dicaterino)Community & EventsOfficial
Presidential Rise is Featured on Steam’s Political Sim Fest! 🎉
Hello Presidents,I’m super excited to share some great news — Presidential Rise is now featured on Steam’s Political Sim Fest section! 🚀 Seeing the game highlighted there (and watching the wishlist count grow) has been really motivating. Thank you so much for the support and all the feedback you’ve shared — it truly helps me keep pushing forward as a solo developer. 💙 Over the past weeks, I’ve been working hard on new content and features. Here’s a quick look at what’s coming next:🏗️ Upgrade Mechanic – You’ll be able to upgrade your infrastructure to make it more efficient and bring greater benefits to your nation.📖 More Story – The president will face real threats from enemies, adding more depth and tension to the journey.👥 New Animations – Your presidential office will feel more alive, with more people gathering around and interacting in the environment.Here’s a little sneak peek of the progress so far 👇I’d also love to hear more of your ideas and feedback! You can share them in the Discussion tab right here on Steam, or through this feedback form: 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfrzvNDpQCLyL9xWz19jKUbcxEB5jNXd7wXHJT33vVQqxUENw/viewformYour input really shapes the direction of Presidential Rise. And if you haven’t tried the demo yet — now’s the perfect time! You can play it right here on the Steam page. Thank you again for all the support — don’t forget to hit that Wishlist button if you haven’t already. Every wishlist helps a lot and keeps me motivated to make this game the best it can be. Until next time, – Getty, solo dev of Presidential RiseRead full article on Community Announcements (Ilusif Studio)Community & EventsOfficial
Presidential Rise Joins Debut Festival 2025! 🎉
Hello everyone! 👋I’m excited to share that Presidential Rise will be part of Debut Festival 2025 on Steam! This festival celebrates the debut games of developers around the world, and I’m thrilled to have our project included. 📅 Event Dates: August 7–11, 2025 🎮 Play the Demo: 🔗 Event Page: https://store.steampowered.com/developer/gmdv/sale/DebutFestival2025 If you haven’t tried the demo yet, this is the perfect time to jump in and see what Presidential Rise is all about. Your feedback means the world and helps shape the game as we head toward launch.If you’ve enjoyed the demo so far, please consider adding the game to your wishlist — it really helps with visibility and keeps you updated on future announcements.Thanks for your continued support, and I can’t wait to hear what you think during the festival! 💛— GettyRead full article on Community Announcements (Ilusif Studio)AnnouncementsOfficial
We’re officially partnering with indie.io!
Hey everyone! I’m thrilled to officially announce that Presidential Rise is now partnering with the amazing team at indie.io!As a solo developer, this is a huge milestone for me. I’ve spent the past two years pouring my heart into Presidential Rise, a political simulation management game that blends strategy, storytelling, and reflection. I’ve always loved games that let me think deeply but enjoy them at my own pace, and I wanted to create something meaningful that others could enjoy the same way.With no prior experience in the game industry, I knew I needed support to help shape this game into something even more polished and discoverable. That’s when I found indie.io. Their approach was incredibly friendly and welcoming especially for someone like me, navigating this industry alone. They believe in walking alongside developers, and that’s exactly the kind of partnership I was hoping for.For those who may not know, working with a game publishing platform like indie.io greatly helps indie developers focus on creating while they handle all the behind-the-scenes magic. From managing store pages to crafting marketing campaigns and showcasing games at events, they help games reach the players they were made for.I’m so excited for what’s to come, and I can’t wait to share more with you soon.👉 Don’t forget to wishlist and follow Presidential Rise!And while you’re here, check out indie.io’s Publisher Page to discover other awesome indie titles they’re supporting.Thanks so much for being a part of this journey with me. – Getty (Ilusif Studio)Read full article on Community Announcements (Ilusif Studio)Patch NotesOfficial
Demo Updated! New Visual Art & Character Animations Revamp
Hi everyone! 👋I’ve just released an updated version of the Presidential Rise demo with some exciting improvements:✨ Revamped visual art for all characters🕺 Added new character animations🛠️ General polish and visual improvementsThank you for all the feedback so far, it really helps us keep improving! If you try out the updated version, we’d love to hear what you think.Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t forget to wishlist the game if you haven’t already!Read full article on Community Announcements (Ilusif Studio)
