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Wow! The Presidential Race Of Glorbus-12B (Signal) by ChknTikka

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made by ChknTikka for Ludum Dare 59 (JAM)

Win the presidential race of planet Glorbus-12B in order to save their civilization from an alien invasion.Screenshot 2026-04-20 011235.png! Battle against opponents with wit, confidence and charisma - or lack thereof!Screenshot 2026-04-20 012057.png! Make yourself known by using your stats to influence voters, even doing a cool gesture!Screenshot 2026-04-20 012003.png Go back to your Hub to plan the next debate, or visit the store to get some new moves or sponsors!

Main debate loop is currently functional, although there are bugs in this version where responses do not generate according to the topic. I'm working on a fix! Endgame, store and planning features are not currently available (So no invasion :() Game may be easier to play fullscreen using the Itch link below.

LD Version has: - 2 different main debate topics. - 3 General topics. - 1000's of different response combinations generated based on your / opponent's stats. - 4 Gestures.

Enjoy : )

Itch Web Version https://chkntikka.itch.io/wow-prog12b
Original URL https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/59/wow-the-presidential-race-of-glorbus-12b-signal

Ratings

Overall 409th 3.586⭐ 31🧑‍⚖️
Fun 268th 3.621⭐ 31🧑‍⚖️
Innovation 343th 3.5⭐ 31🧑‍⚖️
Theme 734th 2.893⭐ 30🧑‍⚖️
Humor 18th 4.397⭐ 31🧑‍⚖️
Mood 369th 3.724⭐ 31🧑‍⚖️
Given 15🗳️ 34🗨️

Feedback

MrMastin
Apr 20th · 07:11 UTC
These aliens are really funny, but the UI could use some polish
Andret0701
Apr 21st · 20:48 UTC
Ahaha really thought this was funny. The combinations of the sounds and the animations/graphics really make me laugh. Think it would help a lot if the text was a bit clearer. Good job!
LDJam user 82995
Apr 21st · 20:50 UTC
Only LD game that has made me laugh out loud so far. This game is such a trip.
Silky
Apr 21st · 20:52 UTC
I love the motion capture and the voice acting xD I am also glad you explained what was there and what wasn't :) Sounds were satisfying too!
MajoMirez
Apr 21st · 20:55 UTC
This was hilarious, it felt like an actual presidential debate. Are the stats at the beginning used in the debate? if so, it would be nice to have some pointers about it in the UI, during the debate
amzy
Apr 21st · 23:23 UTC
I had a good time! It's funny, and I dig the animations. I'm excited for the shop to be added and upgrade some stats!
Xiao Duye
Apr 22nd · 00:39 UTC
Pretty fun game! I really enjoyed it and am looking forward to your further development!
ingi
Apr 22nd · 00:47 UTC
Fun game. I couldn't quite figure out how the scoring works, but I tried picking the funniest answers to the questions
Ty Victorson
Apr 22nd · 04:12 UTC
A funny concept, it was entertaining to see what lines would get said although I couldn't really pin down what would make one good. The main critique I have is to put some more work into the UI. Looking forward to seeing how you evolve the game!
Sceef
Apr 22nd · 04:13 UTC
Ma.... I'm alien.
ROWLING
Apr 22nd · 07:58 UTC
What an interesting and abstract game. I like their dance.
sprell
Apr 22nd · 10:59 UTC
For what it was the concept is cool. Tried going full charisma, but did not feel very charismatic. In any case I can see potential for this.
PastMoments
Apr 22nd · 12:40 UTC
Very silly animations, definitely would like to see this one expanded on!
Guydesu
Apr 22nd · 15:37 UTC
好喜欢。。。
这舞蹈动作是怎么做的，太丝滑了！
配音辛苦了，听了之后感觉精神疾病都被治好了
MuzzLove
Apr 22nd · 17:11 UTC
hey, that was really funny :) i like it!
kuviman
Apr 22nd · 20:16 UTC
lizards. lizards. donuts dont matter. i think im stupid
Andrian
Apr 22nd · 20:30 UTC
Blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah
Translate: This might be the funniest game I’ve played this Ludum Dare! I lost the debate miserably, though... turns out I have zero charisma, haha :( But I had a blast trying! Really creative entry, thanks for the laughs!
🎤 ChknTikka
Apr 22nd · 20:40 UTC
Thank you @andrian ! Overscoped by quite a bit but super happy to see people enjoying it : )
Skyeward
Apr 23rd · 14:02 UTC
As I said on stream, this really feels like a game that's doing its own thing, and I was very much along for the ride. I like the character design, LOVE the voice work and the bizarre dialogue is definitely weird in an intentional way. It feels like the game is enjoying being a little inscrutable.

I'm left with a lot of questions after this game... What were my stats doing? What determined the crowd responses? How should I be choosing my responses? Do certain responses go with certain gestures? Nevertheless it was fun to dive in at the deep end and let the game take me where it wanted.

I'd love to see what the Planning adds to the game in a potential future update!
colverok
Apr 23rd · 20:30 UTC
Liked narrative, sound and realism of this game!
Conduit
Apr 26th · 05:48 UTC
I thought the responses and gestures were really silly and caught on to the gameplay loop rather quickly. I can see where this idea was heading and would love to see more! Thanks for making this!
apt_prose7
Apr 26th · 08:55 UTC
Fun and easy to play, great for any occasion.
IRKAR
Apr 26th · 10:32 UTC
Very cool and fun game! Great job!
EllaS
May 06th · 06:21 UTC
I finally understand how to properly debate!! This game changed my life. Scientists agree with me.
kiddie
May 06th · 19:04 UTC
This is a funny one! Won the debate by being overconfident and burping in the audiences faces. They loved it!
Here, take this cute ducky for your great work: 🦆