Suzerain: A Political Role-Playing Game
Suzerain is a text-based narrative role-playing game developed by Torpor Games. Set in an alternate reality in the 1950s, the game puts players in the shoes of the President of Sordland. As the President, players have the freedom to express themselves politically, morally, or pragmatically, all while juggling the responsibilities of being a father and husband.
The main focus of Suzerain is to create a realistic and engaging story that explores power relationships, difficult choices, and their consequences. The game's core gameplay element is its interactive and multi-conversant conversation system. This system is complemented by other mechanics such as factions, budget management, constructions, countries, news, situations, and policies, all of which react and influence player choices.
Suzerain tackles serious and complex topics like security, economics, and freedoms, providing players with the opportunity to reflect their own views through decision-making. As the President, players have the power to shape the country and its citizens in various ways. The game offers an immersive experience that raises questions about the intricacies of politics and the motivations behind certain behaviors.
