This Is the President

Set in a darkly satirical version of the United States in 2020, *This Is the President* puts you in the shoes of a newly elected president with a shady past. Your main goal is to secure lifelong immunity by pushing through a constitutional amendment granting presidents legal protection from prosecution. To achieve this, you must skillfully navigate the treacherous world of politics, managing a mix of official aides and a covert team of specialists—including assassins, hackers, and lobbyists—who help you handle crises both legally and illicitly. From battling political rivals, the media, and foreign leaders to dealing with everyday presidential duties, every decision you make can escalate into absurd, tragic, or even terrifying consequences. Gameplay revolves around balancing resources such as approval ratings, cash flow, and personnel while orchestrating complex schemes to manipulate the political system. You’ll hold press conferences, draft executive orders, and engage with the public through speeches and social media, all while managing a shadow cabinet that operates like a real crime syndicate. Missions range from regulating the internet to rescuing foreign leaders or even more bizarre undertakings, each choice shaping a branching interactive narrative filled with unexpected twists. With a blend of political thriller and dark humor, *This Is the President* challenges you to rule the country not through traditional means, but through ruthless persuasion, blackmail, and bribery—ultimately deciding whether you’ll end your term on your own terms or fall victim to the larger forces at play.