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A former Soviet republic is about to experience regime change. You must maneuver your faction into position to replace the tottering totalitarian leader and win the hearts and minds of the people without attracting the attention of the secret police.
That's the premise behind Republic (PC, $40), a thoughtful, nuanced game for all those who have ever wanted to try their hand at Machiavellian politics.

Your base is an inner-city rooftop, where you monitor citizens through binoculars, identifying targets for persuasion—or eradication. The degree of detail—in buildings and personnel—is stunning. Are you playing a game or watching a psychological spy thriller? At times, it's hard to tell.
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