Penalty Shootout Challenge
In the new 256-team "Penalty Shootout" knockout competition, all matches are determined by penalty shootouts — no regular or extra time is played.
Since every match only has penalty scores, the font size for penalty scores has been increased for better visibility.
Match Format in Head-to-head
The "No draw" setting has been replaced with a more flexible "Match format" that includes four options:
- Regular time only
- Regular + Extra + Penalties
- Regular + Penalties
- Penalties only
For those who want a Copa America-style knockout match, where the game goes straight to penalties after a draw in regular time, simply select "Regular + Penalties.".
This new setting is also available in the competition editor, allowing you to modify the match format for any stage of a competition.
Road to 270
The history tab now features electoral map results for each completed year. Each entry includes a "details" button that provides a list of states categorized as blue or red.
Troubleshooting
A new section has been added to guide users on activating the web premium version after purchasing the game on Steam.
Misc
- Added more historical flags / names.
- There is a brief description of what the special skill "Cursed" is supposed to mean. It will be available in a new save.
Web version demo:
https://simcups.com
Road to 270:
https://simcups.com/general-election/2026
Troubleshooting:
https://simcups.com/troubleshooting