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Metacritic 7013+

Democracy 3

Positech Games|2013StrategySimulationIndie

LumiScore

64

out of 100

Appropriate for ages 13+ with parental supervision

90 min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Growth

53/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Critical Thinking

Risk

LOW

Engagement Patterns

Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: Free

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to discuss the policy decisions they make in the game and the real-world implications. This game can be a great tool for understanding civics and economics.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Reading & Language5/5
Math & Systems5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
82
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
37
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
5
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)53/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
2/3
Ethnic diversity
2/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.N/A — no named characters

The game is a political simulation and does not feature character interactions relevant to the Bechdel test.

Parent Pro-Tip

This game can significantly enhance a child's understanding of government, policy-making, and the interconnectedness of societal issues, promoting critical thinking and strategic planning.

What your child develops

Democracy 3 offers a deep and engaging simulation of government, fostering critical thinking, strategic planning, and an understanding of complex societal systems. Players learn about economics, policy-making, and the impact of decisions on various demographics.

Base: UnknownMonthly: FreePlaytime: ~3hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

Democracy 3 is a government simulation video game developed by Positech Games in 2013. This is a sequel of Democracy which was released in 2005.