# USSR Simulator vs Election the Game

The clearest difference is review sentiment: USSR Simulator at 85% against Election the Game's 22%. USSR Simulator also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.6) and ratings volume (280 vs 37). Election the Game's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 13.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. USSR Simulator sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Election the Game sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

USSR Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: USSR Simulator has 280 ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of USSR Simulator's written reviews are positive against 22% of Election the Game's.

## The numbers

| Metric | USSR Simulator | Election the Game |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (280 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ussr-simulator/id968157164/reviews)** | [2.6 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/election-the-game/id1143061257/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **280** | 37 |
| Positive reviews | **85.4% of reviews** | 21.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 91 MB | 93 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **6.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Farida Yarullina](https://appshunter.io/developer/846630437) | [Appscraft](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652334821) |

## What reviewers say

### USSR Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ussr-simulator/id968157164)

Lead a Soviet nation, develop its economy, and maintain control through strategic decisions. Collect taxes, fulfill ambitious five-year plans, and manage dissent to build a communist future. Compete with friends and unlock achievements as you rise through the ranks.

**Highlights:** Develop your country, Collect taxes, Fulfill 5-year plans, Repress enemies, Unlock achievements, Compete with friends

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cup of tea | $0.99 | one-time |
| Portrait of Stalin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Set for repression | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tobacco pipe | $0.99 | one-time |
| Get through connections | $1.99 | one-time |
| Money machine | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Highly addictive and fun gameplay
- ⏱️ Great idle/tycoon mechanics
- 🎮 Simple and easy to learn
- 🇷🇺 Unique Soviet/USSR theme
- 🎵 Soviet anthem integration

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive in-app purchases
- 📺 Too many ads
- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay
- ⚠️ Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🐛 Game crashes lose progress

**Reported bugs**

- Game Center connection issues
- Lag and performance issues
- Game crashes causing progress loss
- False time-cheating detection
- Unclear UI elements (green bar functionality)

**Requested features**

- More activities and gameplay variety
- Actual decision-making and strategy elements
- War and nuclear launch mechanics
- Country/map visualization
- Hardbass and gopnik elements


### Election the Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/election-the-game/id1143061257)

Engage in a political simulation where you rise through the ranks of a party, from deputy assistant to potentially winning elections. Utilize various campaign strategies, including ethical and unethical tactics, to gain influence and power.

**Highlights:** Political campaign simulation, Progress from low rank to winning elections, Bribe voters with promises, Use black and white PR techniques, Join or create political parties, Elections in over 100 locations

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Add 300 coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add 20 votes | $0.99 | one-time |
| Power Booster | $0.99 | one-time |
| Buy premium card with discount | $0.99 | one-time |
| Superpower booster | $1.99 | one-time |
| Level up | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add 1000 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Legend Booster | $2.99 | one-time |
| Add 4000 coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Add premium | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is USSR Simulator free?

USSR Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Election the Game free?

Election the Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, USSR Simulator or Election the Game?

USSR Simulator is rated higher. USSR Simulator averages 4.6 out of 5 from 280 ratings, while Election the Game averages 2.6 from 37 ratings.

### Do USSR Simulator or Election the Game have ads?

USSR Simulator shows ads; Election the Game does not.

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