New to Tradeoffs?
You're in charge. Every decision costs something.
A crisis lands on your desk — and every path forward sacrifices something real. Cut now and lose public trust. Borrow now and burden the next generation. Build fast and fracture communities. Move slowly and watch the problems grow. Five turns to govern a nation. Your choices shape the society you leave behind.
5
turns to govern
3
paths each turn
∞
possible outcomes
Your society is yours: name it, watch its emblem take shape from your choices, and discover the kind of leader you become.
Today's scenario
UTC 2026-05-22 · 07:00 publish
The Brain Drain
Your best minds pack their bags.
Talent, migration, and who your country keeps.
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The Debt You Inherited
Fiscal crisisBorrowing, taxes, and the bills that come due.
The Housing Squeeze
HousingBuild, regulate, or let the market run — someone pays.
AI Takes the Jobs
Technology & labourAutomation, retraining, and who owns the upside.
The Energy Price Shock
EnergyHeat, light, and the price of keeping both.
Water Runs Dry
Water & climateRivers shrink. Cities thirst. Someone gets rationed.
Climate vs Growth
Climate & economyBinding targets meet factory payrolls.
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Monetary crisis
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Every scenario reflects a real governing dilemma. There are no easy answers — only the values you choose to prioritise.