Polandball: Can Into Space

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Polandball: Can Into Space is a single player casual role playing game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Alien Pixel Studios and was released on June 15, 2016. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Polandball: Can Into Space" is a challenging game where you help Polandball reach the moon to prove other countryballs wrong. Upgrade your rocket with various items and perks, avoid 25 countryball enemies, and collect coins, fuel, burgers, and magnets. The game features bad language, rare memes, and an amazing end movie for those who finish it. Create your own countryballs to affect your game strategy.

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 339 reviews

humor42 positive mentions

grinding7 negative mentions

Polandball: Can into Space! offers a charming and humorous experience, effectively capturing the spirit of the Polandball meme with engaging gameplay and witty dialogue.
The game features a surprisingly deep upgrade system, allowing players to customize their rocket with over 50 unique items and 30 perks, enhancing the gameplay experience.
With its simple controls and addictive mechanics, the game provides a fun and casual gaming experience, making it accessible to a wide range of players.

The progression system can feel slow and grindy, requiring players to invest significant time to upgrade their rocket and achieve their goals.
Gameplay can become repetitive after a while, with limited variety in encounters and a lack of meaningful replayability once the upgrades are maxed out.
Some players have noted that the humor may not resonate with everyone, and the game lacks depth compared to more complex titles in the genre.

humor
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
98%
7%
The humor in this indie arcade game is a standout feature, cleverly integrating the Polandball meme with playful national stereotypes and witty dialogue that resonates with fans of the genre. While many players find the humor entertaining and charming, some feel it lacks depth and could benefit from more engaging interactions. Overall, the game successfully combines lighthearted political humor with simple gameplay, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate its comedic style.
- “By Alien Pixel Studios, this charming and uniquely humorous indie arcade game transforms the beloved Polandball internet meme into a playful space exploration adventure.”
- “Complementing this visual simplicity is a witty and irreverent sense of humor, expressed through dialogue and in-game text laced with memes and casual swearing, which adds charm and character to the overall experience.”
- “The gameplay is very simple and a bit grindy, but the humor is worth it... if you're into that kind of humor :)”
- “It has 'polandball' in the name, but it's not funny at all.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced throughout the game.”
- “I expected clever jokes, but instead, I got tired clichés.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
24%
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9%
The gameplay of this indie game features simple, addictive mechanics centered around guiding a polandball on a journey to the moon, with a focus on building and upgrading a rocket. While the core loop is engaging and enriched by collectibles and humor, some players find it slightly grindy and repetitive, with limited replayability and a looping soundtrack that can become annoying. Overall, the game successfully combines lighthearted storytelling with strategic elements, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate its unique humor and straightforward gameplay.
- “The game centers around guiding the titular Polandball on its ambitious journey to the moon, combining lighthearted storytelling with simple yet addictive gameplay mechanics.”
- “The core gameplay loop revolves around progressively building and upgrading your rocket as you soar through space.”
- “While the game's premise might sound simple, the layered mechanics and unpredictable events make every attempt feel unique and engaging.”
- “Some may consider the gameplay to be repetitive and may find the music annoying.”
- “It's even worse than your common free flash game with similar mechanics because the soundtrack (there is a single song) is looping constantly and I hate it.”
- “In order to facilitate achieving our goal, money can be spent on buying upgrades for our ship, and, while this offers some degree of flexibility, it quickly becomes apparent that the system is somewhat linear and gives an illusion of progression.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
43%
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while many players praise its catchiness and quality, some find the constant repetition of a single track annoying. Despite the repetitive nature of the soundtrack, it is often described as a strong point of the game, with some players enjoying it enough to play just to hear the music. Overall, while the music enhances the experience for many, others recommend muting it in favor of personal playlists due to its looping nature.
- “The music is also amazing.”
- “Like the music is so good sometimes I just play the game to hear it.”
- “Ps: kudos to Lex Dumitru for the music, it's one of the strongest points of the game.”
- “The reason being is that there is only 1 constant music track, the quips get repetitive, and certain aspects of the game will slowly eat away at your patience.”
- “It's even worse than your common free flash game with similar mechanics because the soundtrack (there is a single song) is looping constantly and I hate it.”
- “I recommend turning off the in-game soundtrack and listening to your own playlist.”
story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story revolves around the humorous journey of Polandball as it attempts to reach the moon, drawing inspiration from the popular Polandball web comics. While the narrative is lighthearted and filled with meme-based humor, it lacks depth and complexity, featuring simple interactions with various countryballs that either assist or hinder the player's quest. Overall, the story serves more as a backdrop for the gameplay rather than a central focus, appealing primarily to fans of the meme culture.
- “The game centers around guiding the titular Polandball on its ambitious journey to the moon, combining lighthearted storytelling with simple yet addictive gameplay mechanics.”
- “Truly an amazing game with a beautiful storyline and graphics.”
- “The plot of the game is based on the running gag that 'Polandball cannot into space,' which originated from the Polandball series of user-generated web comics.”
- “Boring, no storyline, a small variety of countries.”
- “But really, with memes, a story is not the hook, it's the... meme value!”
- “The plot of the game is based on the running gag that 'polandball cannot into space' which originated from the polandball series of user-generated web comics.”
graphics
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's graphics feature a minimalist and cartoonish art style that aligns with its meme-inspired theme, offering a vibrant and colorful aesthetic that appeals to a wide audience. While some players find the visuals clunky, many appreciate the fun and stylish design, which enhances the overall experience. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, complementing the engaging gameplay and humor.
- “Funny sketches empowered by my personal knowledge of Polish language, totally expected behavior of some countryballs, catchy background music and fancy graphics, it all made this game a fine addition to my collection.”
- “Game feels clunky with cartoonish visuals.”
- “The graphics are simplistic yet vibrant and colorful enough to look mature and appeal to all age groups.”
- “Visually, the game embraces a minimalist and cartoonish art style that remains true to its meme origins.”
grinding
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of the game is noted to be somewhat heavy, particularly in the early stages, requiring players to invest time to fully upgrade their rockets. While the gameplay is simple and can feel repetitive, many players find the humor and overall fun factor to be worth the grind, making it a mixed experience.
- “A lot of fun, but I'd recommend getting used to grinding for a fully complete rocket before having any real chance of actually getting to space.”
- “Early game is a bit grindy.”
- “Ok for a cheap game, but really grinding heavy and the other country balls are extremely annoying.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game "polandball: can into space!" offers little to no replayability, as its linear upgrade system lacks meaningful choices and branching paths. Players may choose to restart for a fresh experience, but there are no compelling mechanics that encourage repeated playthroughs. Overall, the game is straightforward and does not aim for extensive replay value.
- “Replayability in Polandball: can into space!”
- “It doesn't try to pretend it's a huge game with infinite replay value, so for what it is, I would rate it 6/10.”
- “+ little to no replayability”
- “While the upgrade system offers some degree of flexibility, it quickly becomes apparent that it is somewhat linear and gives an illusion of progression. It would have been more interesting to have branching paths in the upgrade system, as this would provide more meaningful choices and some replayability, which is virtually non-existent. Ultimately, there is no real mechanical reason for replaying this game; it is entirely up to the player if they wish to delete all their progress and start over from scratch.”
- “It doesn't try to pretend it's a huge game with infinite replay value, so for what it is, 6/10.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by frustration and unpredictability, as players experience sudden setbacks that can drastically affect their progress, leading to feelings of anger and helplessness. The juxtaposition of success and unexpected challenges creates a rollercoaster of emotions, highlighting the game's ability to evoke strong reactions from players.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is characterized by simple yet expressive designs that convey personality, fostering a light and approachable feel. Players are immersed in a playful environment as they aim to launch their rocket from Earth to the moon.
- “The simple, expressive designs of the countryballs and rocket parts convey personality without overwhelming detail, creating a light and approachable atmosphere.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the optimization aspect of the game, noting that starting with a basic spacecraft allows for gradual improvement through resource collection and the unlocking of over 50 unique items and 30 perks, which greatly enhance rocket performance.
- “Starting with a basic, barely functional spacecraft, players collect various resources and unlock more than 50 unique items and 30 perks that significantly influence the rocket’s performance.”
- “The optimization system allows for deep customization, enabling players to tailor their spacecraft to their preferred playstyle and strategy.”
- “Each upgrade feels meaningful, as players can see tangible improvements in speed, fuel efficiency, and overall handling of their spacecraft.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development is highly engaging, fostering a sense of immersion that encourages players to remain logged in or return frequently to continue their progression.
- “Character development leaves you immersed and wanting to either stay logged in or log back in to continue progression.”
- “The depth of character development allows for meaningful choices that truly impact the story and gameplay.”
- “I love how the characters evolve over time, making each decision feel significant and rewarding.”

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Polandball: Can Into Space is a casual role playing game with comedy theme.

Polandball: Can Into Space is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Phone and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Polandball: Can Into Space.

Polandball: Can Into Space was released on June 15, 2016.

Polandball: Can Into Space was developed by Alien Pixel Studios.

Polandball: Can Into Space has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its graphics.

Polandball: Can Into Space is a single player game.

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