Summary
- Release Year: 2008
- Genres: Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: BattleGoat Studios
- Publishers: Paradox Interactive
Supreme Ruler 2020: The Geopolitical Simulation
Introduction
Supreme Ruler 2020 is a grand strategy game developed by BattleGoat Studios and published by Paradox Interactive. It was released in 2008 and is the sequel to Supreme Ruler 2010. The game simulates a modern world war in which the player takes control of one of over 200 countries and must guide it to victory.
Gameplay
Supreme Ruler 2020 is a complex and challenging game that offers a wide range of gameplay options. The player must manage their country’s economy, military, and diplomacy in order to achieve their goals. The game features a detailed economic simulation that tracks the production, consumption, and trade of over 100 different goods. The player must also manage their country’s military forces, which include land, sea, and air units. The game’s diplomacy system allows the player to form alliances, declare war, and negotiate peace treaties.
Setting
Supreme Ruler 2020 is set in a modern world that has been ravaged by economic crisis and political instability. The game’s world is divided into over 200 countries, each with its own unique history, culture, and economy. The player can choose to play as any of these countries, and their decisions will have a significant impact on the course of the game.
Features
Supreme Ruler 2020 includes a number of features that make it a unique and immersive grand strategy game. These features include:
- A detailed economic simulation that tracks the production, consumption, and trade of over 100 different goods.
- A realistic military simulation that includes land, sea, and air units.
- A sophisticated diplomacy system that allows the player to form alliances, declare war, and negotiate peace treaties.
- A large and detailed world map that includes over 200 countries.
- A variety of scenarios that allow the player to experience different historical and hypothetical events.
Reception
Supreme Ruler 2020 received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its depth, complexity, and realism. However, some critics found the game to be too complex and challenging for casual players.
Legacy
Supreme Ruler 2020 is a classic grand strategy game that is still enjoyed by many players today. The game’s complex and challenging gameplay, combined with its realistic setting and detailed world map, make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Conclusion
Supreme Ruler 2020 is a deep and complex grand strategy game that offers a wide range of gameplay options. The player must manage their country’s economy, military, and diplomacy in order to achieve their goals. The game features a detailed economic simulation, a realistic military simulation, a sophisticated diplomacy system, and a large and detailed world map. Supreme Ruler 2020 is a must-play for fans of the grand strategy genre.
Additional Information
- Developer: BattleGoat Studios
- Publisher: Paradox Interactive
- Release Date: 2008
- Platforms: Windows
- Genre: Grand strategy
- ESRB Rating: Teen
Review Scores
- IGN: 8.5/10
- GameSpot: 8/10
- PC Gamer: 9/10
System Requirements
- OS: Windows XP/Vista/7
- Processor: 2 GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX 9.0c compatible graphics card
- Hard Drive: 2 GB available space
- Sound: DirectX 9.0c compatible sound card
Review Score
8.5/10
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