Citizen of Rome in IOS

The ancient Roman life-sim

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Our Expert Score

78/100

Citizen of Rome - Dynasty Simulator is a fascinating text-based RPG that manages to capture the social and political complexities of Ancient Rome. This isn't a game about legionaries and battles; it's a game about family, status, and survival. You start as a commoner and attempt to elevate your family's standing through generations. The level of historical detail—from the Cursus Honorum to Roman naming conventions—is incredibly impressive.

Because it's text-heavy, it won't be for everyone, but for those who enjoy 'Crusader Kings' or life simulators, it's a gem. The UI is utilitarian but functional, focusing on data and decisions rather than flashy graphics. The emergent stories that arise—like a son finally winning a seat in the Senate or a family falling into ruin after a bad business deal—make it deeply immersive. It’s a slow-burn experience that rewards strategic thinking and long-term planning.

Dinsun reviewed on: Thu Feb 26 2026

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 1.6.22Sat Feb 07 2026

Release v1.6.22:

+ Significant balance changes, mainly around jobs & revenue

+ Bug fixes and improvements


Citizen of Rome - Dynasty Ascendant is a family/Dynasty life sim set in the Roman Republic.

You get to see how life was in the Ancient Republic, participate in their various customs, festivals and Ludi / sporting competitions, while raising a family and moving up in the social and economic hierarchy in the Republic.

You can educate your children, marry them off, sponsor their elections and much more. You'll take over as one of your children once your character dies, and live through the generations.

The game is open-ended without a set endgame just like in real life, but a grand goal for any ambitious Roman family was to land a Consulship of the republic. This could be your goal in the game as well, climbing the Cursus Honorum and becoming a "New Man" - "Novus Homo"

WARNING: The game just like fate will beat you down from time to time and you might find all that you worked for being taken away from you in an instant, but the way things are set up you'll almost certainly end up growing wealthy and reach the Senatorial class at some point despite various setbacks. There is no game-over and life goes on no matter what

A core philosophy of the game is that just like in real life, there's no winning or losing, just experiencing life and having fun at it no matter where it takes you. The game should be fun in its own way at every level, no matter if you're a prole or a senator, but with things just playing differently and with different goals and challenges

Gameplay features:

+ Fully offline, no ads, no in-app purchases

+ Marriage, Birth, Death, and Succession

+ Property and economy

+ Several key Roman festivals

+ Traits and Skills

+ Education

+ Apprenticeships and employment

+ Elections, Warfare and Class progression

+ Random interactions and events

+ Achievements

+ Dark Mode

+ Easy Mode

+ Modding support (See https://rome.rangergo.net/modding-support/)

Long live the Republic!


Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Citizen of Rome - Dynasty Ascendant is a family/Dynasty life sim set in the Roman Republic.

You get to see how life was in the Ancient Republic, participate in their various customs, festivals and Ludi / sporting competitions, while raising a family and moving up in the social and economic hierarchy in the Republic.

You can educate your children, marry them off, sponsor their elections and much more. You'll take over as one of your children once your character dies, and live through the generations.

The game is open-ended without a set endgame just like in real life, but a grand goal for any ambitious Roman family was to land a Consulship of the republic. This could be your goal in the game as well, climbing the Cursus Honorum and becoming a "New Man" - "Novus Homo"

WARNING: The game just like fate will beat you down from time to time and you might find all that you worked for being taken away from you in an instant, but the way things are set up you'll almost certainly end up growing wealthy and reach the Senatorial class at some point despite various setbacks. There is no game-over and life goes on no matter what

A core philosophy of the game is that just like in real life, there's no winning or losing, just experiencing life and having fun at it no matter where it takes you. The game should be fun in its own way at every level, no matter if you're a prole or a senator, but with things just playing differently and with different goals and challenges

Gameplay features:

+ Fully offline, no ads, no in-app purchases

+ Marriage, Birth, Death, and Succession

+ Property and economy

+ Several key Roman festivals

+ Traits and Skills

+ Education

+ Apprenticeships and employment

+ Elections, Warfare and Class progression

+ Random interactions and events

+ Achievements

+ Dark Mode

+ Easy Mode

+ Modding support (See https://rome.rangergo.net/modding-support/)

Long live the Republic!


Ratings & Reviews

4.3 out of 5 with 92 Counts
Age Rating 13+

Screenshots

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Citizen of Rome - Dynasty Simulator is a deep, text-based life simulation set in the Roman Republic. Experience the daily life, social status, and political intrigue of Ancient Rome. From marriage and children to seeking high office in the Senate, every decision impacts your family's legacy across the centuries.

Features

1

Accurate historical Roman social system

2

Multi-generational dynasty gameplay

3

Detailed political and career paths

4

Rich text-based decision making

Tips

Promotion Videos

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Q&A

No, the game focuses on life simulation, politics, and management rather than direct combat.

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