Stardock now offers a new update for The Political Machine 2016 that brings the early access version of the politics sim to version 0.80. Word is this adds multiplayer support to the game for online mudslinging matches: "This update includes the option for multiplayer, allowing players to compete against their friends. A multiplayer lobby and in-game chat are included to keep communication going during the campaign." There's more on the game on The Political Machine 2016 website, and further details on the new version in this Steam Community announcement.