Tropico screenshots

One decision you may eventually have to make is whether to be pro-United States or pro-Soviet Union as the Cold War heats up.

An apartment building awaiting construction.

I can't lose! When elections come up, you can either ignore the peasants' cries or can manipulate the election. Or you can just assassinate your opponent.

Preaching to the corn. The local priest makes a trek through the fields before going to church to give a sermon.

The Almanac provides a wealth of information about your populace in a pretty, graphical format.

Every citizen is rated in many categories, including education level, intelligence, and skill sets. Also note the houses being built (yellow) and being torn down (red).