Item: Lawgivers
Rating: 82
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

82/100

As a long-time fan of grand strategy and political sims, Lawgivers is a breath of fresh air on mobile. It successfully distills the complex, often messy world of parliamentary democracy into a playable and deep experience. You start by choosing a party and then must navigate the treacherous waters of elections, where your promises actually matter to the electorate. Once in parliament, the real game begins: you have to propose laws, build coalitions, and sometimes resort to 'dark money' or strategic bribes to get your agenda passed. It’s a fascinating look at the 'sausage factory' of lawmaking.

The game strikes a great balance between realism and playability. You aren't just clicking buttons; you're managing the reputation of your party, dealing with the demands of various social groups, and trying to stay in power while actually trying to improve (or ruin) the country. The AI is surprisingly competent, though it occasionally makes some questionable fiscal decisions regarding national debt. The inclusion of 'dark money' adds a layer of moral ambiguity that makes every playthrough unique. If you've ever thought you could do a better job than the politicians on the news, this is your chance to prove it—or find out just how hard it really is.

Dinsun reviewed on: Wed Jan 10 2024

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

1355756132

$4.99 13+★4.7 363 reviews

Author : SomniumSoft LLC

Pubish Date : Sun Jul 21 2019

Last Update Date : Wed Jan 07 2026

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 3.1.0Wed Jan 07 2026

- new playable country "Indonesia"
- localization in "Indonesian" language
Lawgivers (formerly Laws of Civilization) is a turn-based politics game. Enter parliament and use democracy to approve important laws and rank among first countries in the world.
◉ Choose a party, promise actions to citizens and run for elections
◉ Approve or abolish laws with parliamentary votes
◉ Take care of lawmaker's experience, popularity and loyalty
◉ Corrupt concurrent politicians in order to win majority
◉ Build up relations with other parties and appoint the president
PREMIUM edition includes:
- 20 playable nations such as the US, UK, Russia, or South Korea
- Over 140 ordinary and constitutional laws
- Additional features like assassinations and money laundering
- 43 science advances
- no advertisement
www.somniumsoft.com
Requires iOS 15.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Lawgivers (formerly Laws of Civilization) is a turn-based politics game. Enter parliament and use democracy to approve important laws and rank among first countries in the world.
◉ Choose a party, promise actions to citizens and run for elections
◉ Approve or abolish laws with parliamentary votes
◉ Take care of lawmaker's experience, popularity and loyalty
◉ Corrupt concurrent politicians in order to win majority
◉ Build up relations with other parties and appoint the president
PREMIUM edition includes:
- 20 playable nations such as the US, UK, Russia, or South Korea
- Over 140 ordinary and constitutional laws
- Additional features like assassinations and money laundering
- 43 science advances
- no advertisement
www.somniumsoft.com

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 363 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 13+

Lawgivers is a comprehensive political simulation game that puts you at the heart of a parliamentary system. Players choose from various political parties, campaign to win seats, and then navigate the complex process of passing legislation. You must balance the needs of your constituents with party interests, utilizing both transparent diplomacy and shadowy back-room deals. With multiple countries to choose from and a dynamic legislative system, it offers a realistic look at modern governance.

Features

Real-world parliamentary systems

Over 18 sovereign nations included

Dynamic law-making and voting

Corruption and dark money mechanics

Party and reputation management

Tips

Winning Your First Election

Focus on a specific demographic early on to secure a base. Use your initial funds to run targeted campaigns and make promises that align with your party's core ideology to gain momentum.

Promotion Videos

Lawgivers II - Political Simulation Game Trailer - YouTube

Gameplays

Passing Legislation

Identify laws that have moderate support and use 'persuasion' or bribes to tip the scales. Keep an eye on the national budget to avoid a debt crisis that could trigger an early election defeat.

Q&A

The game provides hints, but many advanced functions are learned through experimentation. A more in-depth manual is a frequent request from the community.