Item: Campaign Manager Election Game
Rating: 82
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

82/100

Campaign Manager: Election Game is a surprisingly deep and addictive political simulation that manages to turn the complex bureaucracy of a US presidential election into an engaging strategy experience. As a fan of the genre, I was impressed by how the game forces you to make tough calls between fundraising and actual campaigning. You can't be everywhere at once, and the tension of watching your polling numbers fluctuate in swing states like Ohio and Florida as election night approaches is genuine.

The UI is clean, focusing on a map-centric view that makes it easy to visualize your 'path to 270.' While the graphics are functional rather than flashy, the simulation depth is where it shines. You have to balance negative ad campaigns against building your own platform, all while keeping an eye on your dwindling budget. It’s a great pick for anyone who enjoys political junkery or high-stakes resource management games.

Dinsun reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

554533253

$2.99 4+★4.5 515 reviews

Author : 2 Fountains LLC

Pubish Date : Fri Aug 31 2012

Last Update Date : Fri Jan 10 2025

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 3.6Fri Jan 10 2025

- Updated polling data to reflect actual 2024 results
Can you win the White House? The fate of the 2024 or 2020 U.S. Presidential Election is in your hands in this AI based election simulation game. Harrisvs Trump for the ultimate prize: President of the United States!
Choose your candidate and navigate the tricky political landscape of the electoral college. Will you play as Democratic candidate Kamala Harris? Or will you chose the Republicans and see if Donald Trump can win back the White House?
Or chose a previous election and replay history! Revisit the controversial 2020 election as Biden or Trump. Or can you win as Hillary Clinton in 2016? Or what would it take for Romney to upset Obama in 2012? Replay elections all the way back to 1992.
Features:
* Advanced AI based election simulation model using real-world polling data, population demographics, and historical voting trends.
* Play historical campaigns dating back to 1992. Biden v Trump, Gore v Bush, McCain v Obama, Clinton v Dole, Clinton v Trump, and many more!
* Launch television, radio, internet, and ground campaigns in any state you chose.
* Choose how to handle events, including debates, disasters, and scandals.
* Hire volunteers to make a lasting impact in those tough battleground states.
* Improve your campaign staff to gain national benefits and help set your focus for the national debate.
* Watch your money and be on the lookout for fundraisers so you can keep spending.
Requires iOS 11.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Can you win the White House? The fate of the 2024 or 2020 U.S. Presidential Election is in your hands in this AI based election simulation game. Harrisvs Trump for the ultimate prize: President of the United States!
Choose your candidate and navigate the tricky political landscape of the electoral college. Will you play as Democratic candidate Kamala Harris? Or will you chose the Republicans and see if Donald Trump can win back the White House?
Or chose a previous election and replay history! Revisit the controversial 2020 election as Biden or Trump. Or can you win as Hillary Clinton in 2016? Or what would it take for Romney to upset Obama in 2012? Replay elections all the way back to 1992.
Features:
* Advanced AI based election simulation model using real-world polling data, population demographics, and historical voting trends.
* Play historical campaigns dating back to 1992. Biden v Trump, Gore v Bush, McCain v Obama, Clinton v Dole, Clinton v Trump, and many more!
* Launch television, radio, internet, and ground campaigns in any state you chose.
* Choose how to handle events, including debates, disasters, and scandals.
* Hire volunteers to make a lasting impact in those tough battleground states.
* Improve your campaign staff to gain national benefits and help set your focus for the national debate.
* Watch your money and be on the lookout for fundraisers so you can keep spending.

Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 515 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Campaign Manager puts you at the heart of the American political process. In this detailed simulation, you must manage a national campaign by allocating limited resources across fifty states. Hire staff, buy media spots, and conduct polling to identify where you need to spend your time. With historical and modern scenarios, you'll need to master the Electoral College to claim victory on election night.

Features

Realistic Electoral College simulation

Historical election scenarios

Dynamic polling and state-by-state data

Strategic ad buying and negative campaigning

Tips

Securing the Electoral College

Focus your early game on fundraising in safe states to build a war chest. Mid-game should be spent on targeted ads in 'toss-up' states. In the final weeks, travel personally to the states with the highest electoral votes to give your polling numbers a final boost.

Promotion Videos

The Campaign - Official Trailer 1 [HD] - YouTube

Gameplays

Resource Management and Polling

Balance your 'Political Capital' and 'Cash'. Use capital to launch rallies and cash for media blitzes. Always check the latest polls before committing to a state; a 2% lead can evaporate quickly if your opponent launches a negative ad.