- Campaign Edicts: Every Campaign Now Has Its Own Twist - 11 June 2026
Hello everyone,This update adds a new system to make each campaign feel more distinct, more reactive, and more challenging as you climb the ladder: Campaign Edicts.Until now, later campaigns could start to feel a little too comfortable once you had already figured out the early game. Campaign Edicts are designed to change that by giving each campaign its own rule modifier that reshapes your priorities instead of only increasing numbers behind the scenes.Some campaigns may pressure your economy. Others may shorten your available work hours, speed up the rival's All-In gauge, strengthen their opening moves, reduce the election clock, or make the rival more aggressive across the map.You can now preview each Campaign Edict from the campaign select screen before starting a run, so you know what kind of pressure that race will put on you.This is the first pass of the system, and I will keep t…
- Politiks Launches Today with 40% Off - 14 April 2026
Skip your morning coffee and get your copy.Politiks is now available on Steam, and it is launching with a 40% discount for a limited time.Settle debates with rock-paper-scissors, deliver speeches by spinning roulette, manage your campaign with questionable ethics, and try to survive election season with your reputation mostly intact.Grab it here:
- Politiks Is Coming to Early Access on April 14 - 11 April 2026
Politiks launches in Early Access on April 14. Step into a chaotic satirical campaign where every move reshapes your deck, every bloc has a problem, and winning with dignity is purely optional. Merge cards, build absurd synergies, recruit staff, unlock campaign buttons, and survive a race full of voter drama, dirty tricks, and escalating political nonsense. If you enjoy deck-builders with reactive strategy and a crooked little smile, election day is almost here. Update HighlightsAdded a new Goals screen to the Campaign Office alongside Help, making it easier to review agenda tasks, objectives, and bloc information in one place.Expanded Campaign Select with better previews, including Today's Agenda, tabs for Objectives and Blocs, and the ability to claim agenda rewards directly from that screen.Improved end-of-campaign results with dedicated unlock screens for buttons, staff tiers, campa…
- Politiks Demo Updated Now With More Agenda - 6 December 2025
Citizens, we have updated the Politiks Demo. Yes, again. Why Because democracy is a living system and ours demanded bug fixes and extra juice.What is newImproved card streaks so your political momentum feels scientifically inevitableBloc behaviors now slightly smarter or at least confidently wrongRival AI tuned to be more annoying in a legally acceptable wayUI polish so you can read your disastrous decisions more clearlyMore campaign buttons because fashion is powerMerging tweaks so your Franken cards are now even more questionableGrab the new Demo. Press buttons. Win voters. Lose dignity. Repeat.
- Government Spending Out of Control: Free Pie on Itch.io! - 28 November 2025
I’m going ALL-IN! Not just giving everyone a slice, but handing out half the national pie, deficit be damned!Beta 0.6.0 is now live, granting you full access to every campaign, plus the brand-new Daily Agenda, where you can pretend to be productive while causing legislative chaos.Download the game now on itch.io and claim your taxpayer-funded slice!And don’t forget to WISHLIST Politiks on Steam, it boosts the campaign polls and keeps my approval rating above sea level.
- Tiny Small Patch 0.5.8 - 15 November 2025
Just a quick fix for the sfx loop bug, when using gamepad and hints popup while navigating cards
- New Upgrade System Revealed! Politiks 0.5.8 - 14 November 2025
Welcome back to Politiks! The 0.5.8 Update is here, and it brings some big (but focused!) improvements to the core card-game experience.🔥 New Feature: Bloc Dialogue UpgradesTown exploration turned out to be a huge scope creep risk—so instead, I added a lightweight but flavorful system that lets you talk directly to your Blocs. Complete their tasks to earn permanent or temporary upgrades that boost your campaign in meaningful ways.🧩 Usage & Merging MechanicsTo keep strategies fresh:Limited card usage prevents repeating the same moves every game.Card merging lets you fuse cards into stronger versions with bonus benefits. These two mechanics work together to add depth without slowing the pace.⚠️ Rival’s ALL-IN ModeYour Rival has a new threat: ALL-IN Mode. Once their All-In Gauge maxes out, they unleash boosted stats and target all of your Blocs at once. Use Disrupt or Sabotage cards to s…
- New Updates V 0.5.7 - 21 October 2025
Hello Candidates!Big updates are rolling in for Politiks! Here’s what’s new in this version:Campaign Buttons Reworked Buttons are now divided into four color categories, each supporting the new Staff Mechanics system. Mix and match button colors to unlock special combination bonuses with your campaign staff member!Staff Member Synergy Hiring staff now matters more than ever. Combining specific staff and button types will trigger powerful extra effects!Propaganda You can now unleash Propaganda using Narrative Points to swing the public in your favor (or against your rivals).Town Mode Your candidate can now roam freely around town!Visit your campaign office to unlock upgradesChat with your staff membersRelax at the bar orTake part in town activities to boost your statsPlaytest InvitationWe’re hosting a Steam Playtest for Politiks soon! If you’d like to join:Leave a comment belowEmail me a…
- Uh-oh - 15 October 2025
I have recently change the game's name to Politiks. if you are having problem with launching please uninstall and reinstall. This might solve the problem. I'm so sorry about that.
- Update 0.5.6 - 12 October 2025
Good day candidates!The campaign just got spicier! You can now Disrupt your Rival’s attacks — no longer must you hide behind cards and fancy strategies alone. Timing, reflexes, and skill now play a role in crushing your opponent’s ambitions. But that’s not all! Weather now changes your strategy — will you keep your fiery card streak blazing, or adapt to the winds of political chaos to seize the weather bonuses? And for your precious eyes — rejoice! We’ve given the UI a full Quality of Life makeover. No more staring at dull tables, cluttered overlays, or graphs that make you question your career choices. You can now toggle away the noise and focus on what truly matters: winning the hearts (and votes) of the people!
- The official demo is finally out. - 29 September 2025
Great news!!!The official demo is finally out.I’m proud to say that after months of late nights, bug fixes, and tweaking balance, you can now play the first campaign of Pälətiks. This is your chance to experience the chaos of a 20-day political brawl. Build your deck, win over blocs, sabotage rivals, and see if you can survive until Election Day.The demo features:Two paths to victory: Win votes or crush your rival’s Integrity.Dynamic daily events: Every day changes the rules of play.Deck-building madness: Outreach, Response, and Sabotage cards to experiment with.A taste of the full campaign: Carry-over funds, party hires, buttons, and more.Full controller and steam deck support!This is just the beginning, and your feedback will help shape the road to launch. So dive in, try different strategies, and tell me what worked (and what didn’t).ROAD AHEADːhandyhammerːMore Campaigns Each with un…
- Access Beta Demo - 13 September 2025
Hello there! you can now download Beta Demo 0.3 from itch.io https://bohfam.itch.io/politics-game-demoːsteamhappyː
- Demo Incoming! - 9 September 2025
The campaign is ready to kick off—the demo’s locked, loaded, and waiting… we’re just waiting on Steam to approve the demo page.Once they give the green light, you’ll be able to jump in and play! ːsteamthumbsupːWhile we wait, come hang out with the community, drop feedback, or just meme about politics here: ːsteamhappyːhttps://discord.gg/T77rypsGThe campaign trail starts soon—get ready to lie, bribe, and debate your way to victory!
