Political mobile game No 10: Full Confidence climbs above Minecraft on UK charts

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No 10: Full Confidence, a mobile game simulating life as UK Prime Minister, has become a hit on the UK App Store paid games chart, ranking above Minecraft. The game challenges players to manage cabinet loyalty and political survival in Downing Street. A reviewer managed to last two years in the role before their cabinet withdrew support, highlighting the game's difficulty. The title's unexpected chart success has drawn attention to the growing appeal of politically themed mobile games.

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