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About Penguino
Penguino is a political simulator where you play as a penguin navigating a cold, calculating world of ideological politics. Developed by Nazar Baranovskyi, it launched on PC on September 5, 2025. The game frames politics as a literal ice-skating competition, with players juggling alliances, public opinion, and sabotage in a single-player campaign. Think strategy board games with a twist of slapstick physics, you negotiate treaties while dodging slipping hazards and rivals’ sharp beaks. It’s a satirical take on governance, blending resource management with chaotic mini-games. Best for those who like games where politics and physical comedy collide.
Gameplay
In Penguino, you manage a penguin’s political career through turn-based decisions and real-time mini-games. Each session revolves around a central "circle of the chosen", a debate arena where you allocate resources, vote on policies, and backstab opponents. Mechanics include balancing your penguin’s stamina, avoiding icy slips, and using items like snowballs to disrupt rivals. Controls are simple but tactile: arrow keys for movement, quick-time events for actions. The tension comes from limited turns and escalating stakes, missteps cost influence, while clever plays unlock perks. It’s a rhythm of planning and reacting, with each round lasting 15-30 minutes.
What Players Think
Penguino holds a 7.8/10 on PlayPile, with 68% completion rate and average playtime of 14 hours. Community moods skew mixed: 42% "amused," 31% "frustrated," and 17% "confused." Critics praise its "bold satire" but note "repetitive late-game loops." One user wrote, "It’s like if Duck Hunt ran for office," while another called it "a clever metaphor for political theater." Achievements include "Slippery Slope" (avoiding 50 falls) and "Emperor’s New Law" (passing 10 unpopular bills). No major updates yet, but the community’s split between fans of its absurdity and those wanting deeper strategy.
PlayPile's Take
Penguino is a niche pick for fans of political satire and quirky simulators. It costs $29.99, with 32 achievements (600 points). While the concept is fresh, the gameplay can feel shallow after 10 hours. It’s best as a short, cheeky diversion, not a long-term investment. If you enjoy games that mock bureaucracy with slapstick, give it a try. Otherwise, skip. The price is fair for what it is, but don’t expect depth.
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Single player
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