Branches of Power

Do something that no one else can: control all three branches of government!

Branches of Power - Control U.S. Government Power

"Branches of Power" is an interactive Android app that allows users to simulate control over the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the U.S. government. Players can introduce presidential agendas, draft and pass laws, and perform judicial reviews, all while learning about the separation of powers and checks and balances. It's an engaging educational tool for both individuals and classrooms, enhanced with resources for English Language Learners and teachers to facilitate learning about government processes.

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By: iCivics
Version: 1.1.1 (Last updated: 2023-10-16)
Creation date: 2020-03-18
Permissions
Other:
  • receive data from Internet
  • view network connections
  • full network access
  • prevent device from sleeping

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App summary

Do you like running things? Do something that no one else can: control all three branches of the U.S. government. Branches of Power gives you the ability to introduce presidential agendas, write legislation, sign or veto bills, and even judge passed laws. That’s a lot to juggle, so don’t let all the power go to your head!

In Branches of Power you can:
- Pick leaders for each branch of government
- Create a presidental agenda
- Introduce bills and pass laws out of Congress
- Apply judicial review to passed laws

For English Language Learners: Use the support tool, Spanish translation, voiceover and glossary

Teachers: Check out our classroom resources for Branches of Power. Just visit https://www.icivics.org/branchesofpower

Your students will learn to:
-Simulate the way separation of powers and checks and balances limit government, while contributing to the creation of laws
-Analyze the structure, functions, and processes of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
-Illustrate the law making process

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Educational and helps understand how the U.S. government works
  • Engaging gameplay that captivates users
  • Turns complex concepts into a fun experience
Cons
  • Game frequently freezes or fails to load
  • Bugs preventing progression in the game (especially at the agenda selection)
  • Language issue with the app defaulting to Spanish for some users
Most mentioned
  • Players are frequently stuck on the agenda and values selection screen
  • Complaints about the app freezing or not responding
  • Positive feedback about the educational value of the game
User reviews
Game won't load. Must be a network issue or an app issue.
by Ag Jr, 2024-11-26

Very disappointed once you go to select your agenda and values you cannot proceed any further even if you press the continue button! I played all the I civics games as a kid in school and know they are incredible, educational, and fun. Please fix this bug so I can continue my love for your games and so others can see how amazing they are!
by Keirra Twyman, 2023-08-06

Absolute Worst. Can't even Play the game! I tried using the Continue button when I was done with the Presidential Agenda, But I couldn't still press it. I tried reinstalling, erasing data, but didnt work. I hope iCivics Sees this and fixes this bug.
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