SPACEPLAN

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SPACEPLAN is a single player casual simulation game with fantasy, comedy and science fiction themes. It was developed by Jake Hollands and was released on May 3, 2017. It received very positive reviews from players.

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Audience ScoreBased on 1,625 reviews

story252 positive mentions

grinding25 negative mentions

Engaging and humorous storyline that keeps players interested.
Great soundtrack that enhances the overall experience.
Unique mechanics that differentiate it from typical clicker games.

Very short gameplay duration, often completed in just a few hours.
Limited replayability with no prestige or ascension mechanics.
Some gameplay mechanics can feel tedious and unbalanced.

story
529 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is widely praised for its humor, charm, and engaging narrative, often described as quirky and entertaining, with a unique sci-fi twist involving potatoes. While many players appreciate the concise and enjoyable storytelling, some note that the overall experience is short, with a few wishing for more depth or length. Overall, it stands out in the clicker genre for successfully integrating a narrative that keeps players invested despite its simplistic mechanics.
- “Amazing soundtrack and great visuals (especially toward the end), fun and honestly interesting story, a short masterpiece!”
- “The story is engaging, and the game has some astonishing visuals, especially at the end.”
- “Spaceplan is a unique little piece of entertainment that can give you a nice funny short clicker game experience, with outstanding audio, interesting humorous story and eye-pleasing graphics.”
- “A game that tried to bring story into the genre, but where sadly both get in the way of the other.”
- “The story is quite basic, and not particularly funny or mysterious.”
- “The story tries to be a silly self-aware story, and literally just gives up in the second half.”
music
435 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its exceptional quality and ability to enhance the overall experience. Described as a blend of ambient and electronic styles, the soundtrack is noted for its ability to create a captivating atmosphere, often compared to a "music video" experience. Players frequently express their enjoyment of the music, with some even purchasing the soundtrack separately, highlighting its standout role in making the game memorable and engaging.
- “The music is really good though, probably the best clicker game soundtrack I've had the pleasure to experience.”
- “Amazing soundtrack and great visuals (especially toward the end), fun and honestly interesting story, a short masterpiece!”
- “The soundtrack is amazing, the narration is funny, and the ending is good and strange.”
- “The soundtrack is all right, but not any better than free music you can get off YouTube, much less other websites.”
- “The music sounds sometimes like a track that a TV broadcaster would use together with a 'program will resume soon' screen, and sometimes includes trance or techno elements.”
- “The visuals aren't that interesting, and the trip it tries to do has half of it being 'here's a flat colored shape on a black background while music plays!'”
humor
191 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is widely praised for its quirky, absurdist charm, often centered around a potato theme that many find amusing, though some feel it becomes repetitive. Players appreciate the witty writing and entertaining narrative, which adds depth to the clicker mechanics, making the experience enjoyable and engaging. Overall, the humor is described as a delightful mix of silliness and cleverness, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “One of the most enjoyable narrative idlers offering a humorous story for anyone willing to commit to the clicks required.”
- “The humor is on point.”
- “Spaceplan is a unique little piece of entertainment that can give you a nice funny short clicker game experience, with outstanding audio, interesting humorous story and eye-pleasing graphics.”
graphics
180 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are predominantly described as minimalist yet beautiful, with many reviewers appreciating the clean aesthetics and how they complement the overall experience. The visuals, while simple, are often noted for their charm and effectiveness, particularly in later stages of the game, and are enhanced by a captivating soundtrack that elevates the atmosphere. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strong point, contributing to the game's unique style and engaging narrative.
- “Amazing atmosphere with visuals, audio, and story!”
- “The graphics are lovely.”
- “Beautiful game, love the minimalistic art style and the music is gorgeous.”
- “Graphics are extremely minimal - remember that old cell phone game Snake?”
- “The visuals aren't that interesting, and the trip it tries to do has half of it being 'here's a flat colored shape on a black background while music plays!'”
- “Graphics are very minimalistic.”
gameplay
178 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game is primarily centered around simple clicker mechanics, which some players find engaging due to unique twists and narrative elements, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Many reviews highlight the enjoyable story, visuals, and soundtrack, suggesting that the game is more about the experience than complex mechanics. Overall, it offers a decent amount of gameplay for its price, but may not satisfy those seeking a more intricate idle game experience.
- “With amazing music, fun story, and solid gameplay, although a bit limited.”
- “The gameplay doesn't feel too dragged out like incremental games usually do, and the simple graphics are actually very nice.”
- “A fun clicker game that has funny dialogue and an interesting style of gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is very, very basic.”
- “The gameplay is that of an idle game, but not any good parts of an idle game's progress or addictiveness.”
- “Gets boring pretty quickly; I kept playing only to see more funny texts and where the story evolves, but the gameplay itself is still super boring and requires nothing but clicks and waiting.”
grinding
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews on the aspect of "grinding" highlight a mixed experience; while some players appreciate the balance of progression and story without excessive grinding, others find the gameplay tedious and slow, particularly in the later stages. Many agree that the game offers a more manageable grind compared to typical idle clickers, with some noting that the narrative and humor help alleviate the monotony. Overall, the grinding aspect is seen as a double-edged sword, where it can enhance or detract from the overall enjoyment depending on individual preferences.
- “The game has a short story that is fun to follow, and it doesn't feel overly grindy.”
- “Grinding in this game is rewarding and keeps me engaged with the progression.”
- “I appreciate how the grinding mechanics are balanced, making it feel satisfying rather than tedious.”
- “Brutally slow and boring; the plot is nonsensical and straightforward. It's everything that made Universal Paperclips good distilled down to a miserable, tedious, and uninspired faux-clicker.”
- “The second half is tedious and wears out its welcome.”
- “It's literally just the tedious grind of early game idles with no payout.”
replayability
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with many users noting that once the story is completed, there is little incentive to play again. While some appreciate the initial entertainment value, the absence of features like prestige or soft resets leaves it feeling short-lived and linear. Despite its innovative approach, the consensus is that it offers minimal long-term engagement.
- “Although it doesn’t provide the usual gambit of prestige or general replayability, there’s a lot to admire about its narrative approach to the genre.”
- “This game is short, fun, and replayable.”
- “Replay value is rather low, but in general I would still say it is worth the price if you are looking for a casual upbeat experience and like games that don't take themselves too seriously.”
- “My only regret is that it has zero replay value after you complete the story.”
- “The problem with Spaceplan is its lack of replay value.”
- “An idle game that can be finished in 1-2 days, with no replay value at all.”
atmosphere
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its captivating visuals, soothing music, and immersive storytelling, creating a dreamy and elegant experience that enhances gameplay. Players appreciate the relaxing and cozy ambiance, which complements the space and time travel themes, making it a delightful and memorable journey. Overall, the atmosphere significantly contributes to the game's charm and enjoyment, making it a worthwhile experience for casual players.
- “Amazing atmosphere with visuals, audio, and story!”
- “All in all, it's an enjoyable experience with some pretty mellow atmospheric music.”
- “It's simple yet has this atmosphere.”
- “A fairly short game, but more than worth the price for at least 4 hours of relaxing gameplay in its atmosphere.”
- “The music does so much for the atmosphere of the game, and by the time I finished, I felt like I had gone on a space adventure.”
monetization
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The monetization aspect of the game is highly praised, as it features no ads or microtransactions, setting it apart from many other clicker games that often rely on exploitative practices. Players appreciate the absence of forced progression and the ability to enjoy the game casually without financial pressure.
- “And it's in space, and no microtransactions, and just, super nice casual happiness.”
- “The commercial 'expanded remake' of the browser original is also unusual in being a clicker game with no microtransactions; in an age populated by exploitative, money-grubbing clicker games like Adventure Capitalist, it’s both pleasant and depressing to look at the path not taken.”
- “Sometimes it's nice to have something you can just put on in the background and check occasionally between other tasks, and unlike other games in the 'clicker' genre, there are no microtransactions, so there's also no forced progression slowness or drawn-out length.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the emotional aspect of the game particularly rewarding, highlighting a strong sense of accomplishment from achieving objectives and praising its emotionally satisfying ending. The writing is noted as a significant strength, compensating for the simplistic gameplay typical of clicker games. Overall, the game successfully engages players on an emotional level, making the experience more fulfilling than expected.
- “Out of the many I've completed, this one has one of the best, most emotionally satisfying endings I've ever seen, and the writing makes up for the lack of any real gameplay (it's a clicker, after all).”
- “I really enjoy playing incremental games, and this one has really made me feel accomplished for doing certain objectives.”
- “I stuck with this game expecting thousands of hours of boring, storyless clicking.”
- “The emotional moments felt forced and didn't resonate with me at all.”
- “I was hoping for a deep connection with the characters, but they felt flat and unrelatable.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game exhibits notable stability issues, including frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes, which can hinder the overall experience. However, ongoing updates provide hope for improvements in the future.
- “Buggy, crashes a lot, sometimes doesn't even load.”
- “It's a little buggy and glitchy in places, but it's still being updated, so hopefully things will improve.”
- “The game offers some nice graphics; however, there are some ugly glitches here and there.”