In 2020, with politics dominating the headlines, we explored how democracy has long intertwined with gaming. Our conversation begins with early inspirations like The Game of Politics and Diplomacy, before shifting to digital experiments such as Balance of Power, Dictator, and the President Elect series. We highlight how games like Power Politics and The Political Machine were even used in classrooms and newsrooms, then move to the Democracy series and other titles that let players juggle policies, voters, and crises. Finally, we talk about real-world politics meeting games—from Obama’s in-game ads to AOC streaming Among Us—and reflect on what happens when the ballot box goes virtual. Join us as we connect elections, entertainment, and education on today’s trip down Memory Card Lane.
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A Trip Down Memory Card Lane