Tropico

Tropico gives you the reigns of a banana republic, letting you shape the island nation in practically any way you like. Whether you've always wanted to create an utopian paradise or a ruthless dictatorship, Tropico will go anywhere your imagination leads. The game offers an unprecedented amount of political detail, as the island's various factions always scrutinize your actions. Focus on a strong military and you risk angering the intellectuals. Build a robust industrial economy and you'll please the Americans while risking alienating the communists and environmentalists. Every decision comes with consequences, and if you anger a faction or the population too much they will attempt to oust you from the island.