A Guided Tour of The Political Machine

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Just learning about The Political Machine? Take this guided tour through the game with tips and tricks to get the most out of it.

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Reply #1 from PolMach Forums Top

This game seems to be less complex or equally so to the original.

Gain: More detailed candidate creator, three new scenarios, three new operatives, few new issue

Loss: Fewer tv shows, fewer candidates

It is strange that there are any losses from the first game, and the fact that the endorsements are the same is wierd.  Is this worth my money?  I already have 2004, so anyone that can help me decide i would be thankful for.

Reply #2 from PolMach Forums Top

Is the new game worth it?

Gain: More detailed candidate creator, three new scenarios, three new operatives, few new issues

Loss: Fewer tv shows, fewer candidates

It is strange that there are any losses from the first game, and the fact that the endorsements are the same is wierd.  Is this worth my money?  I already have 2004, so anyone that can help me decide i would be thankful for.

Multiplicity - Control multiple PCs using one keyboard and mouse
Reply #5 from PolMach Forums Top
The ability to create custom candidates make the game very replayable.  It's worth $20!
Reply #7 from PolMach Forums Top

Can I play as Mike Gravel?

Reply #9 from PolMach Forums Top
ther3alsyler: do you need sound to play this game


I play without sound most of the time (since I like to play while watching TV.)

Zubaz: The ability to create custom candidates make the game very replayable. It's worth $20!


I've been having quite a bit of fun running on the Cthulhu/Kona ticket.
Reply #10 from PolMach Forums Top
Love the new version.
My only disappointment is the election night, which is very quick as you just see states rolling one after the other.
After 21 to 42 weeks of campaign, more suspense would be fun - like computer announcing projections, some states too close to call, etc.
There could be still be the option for the "short" election night for those who want the results quickly.
Is it something that can be added in a next release?
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Reply #11 from PolMach Forums Top
Love the new version.My only disappointment is the election night, which is very quick as you just see states rolling one after the other.After 21 to 42 weeks of campaign, more suspense would be fun - like computer announcing projections, some states too close to call, etc.There could be still be the option for the "short" election night for those who want the results quickly.Is it something that can be added in a next release?


This is a great idea and I agree!
Reply #12 from PolMach Forums Top
I agree also. Make it slow like it was in the old "President Elect" game. You could check out the incoming popular vote and the game would also 'call' the projected winners but, they sometimes were wrong in real close votes, which was cool. You could also speed it up if you preferred. That would be fantastic if possible.
Reply #13 from PolMach Forums Top
That's exactly it - like the old "President Elect" game.
Wow! I did not expect someone else would remember that game!