I survived two years as prime minister in a hit new game - then my cabinet deserted me
A mobile game titled 'No 10: Full Confidence' has topped Apple's paid charts by simulating the challenges of being a UK Prime Minister. The game uses real-world political absurdity and parliamentary scenarios to engage players in a strategic management experience.
Why it matters
Demonstrates the growing popularity of political simulation games as a way for the public to engage with complex governance issues.
Image source, Sleepy Boy Games Image caption, Players in the prime minister simulator No 10: Full Confidence must balance the moods of factions including their cabinet and the media
A mobile game made by a developer in Manchester has recently beaten the global phenomenon Minecraft to top Apple's paid games chart.
Its success is perhaps even more surprising given its subject matter - UK politics.
No 10: Full Confidence by Benjamin Brewis sees players take on the role of prime minister, making decisions through a wave of parliamentary scenarios and trying to remain in power for as long as possible.
The success of Brewis's app, and the creation of others like it, suggests the dramatic recent ebb and flow of Westminster may have inspired a popular new sub-genre.
Figure caption, No 10: Full Confidence is a prime minister simulator game
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