Tropico 4 for Xbox 360 is a construction and management simulation game with elements of political strategy. As El Presidente, dictator of the fictional island nation of Tropico, players manage infrastructure, economy, and social policies while navigating international relations and internal politics. With a humorous take on dictatorships, the game allows for city-building, resource management, and the fulfillment of the population's needs and desires. The goal is to stay in power by any means necessary, balancing the demands of different factions and foreign governments.