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For the first time on steam. The greatest dictator of all time is now dancing on your desktop!

My Friend Stalin is a political, memes and politics game developed and published by Boom Team.
Released on June 18th 2021 is available only on Windows in 4 languages: English, French, German and Russian.

It has received 584 reviews of which 528 were positive and 56 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 0.99€ on Steam.

The Steam community has classified My Friend Stalin into these genres:

Political Memes Politics Political Sim Historical RPG Casual Action-Adventure Adventure Simulation Action Arcade Action RPG Immersive Sim Cute Indie Drama Parody Singleplayer Linear

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Windows
  • OS *: Windows 7 / 8 / 10
  • Processor: 2.0 GHz Dual core
  • Memory: 1 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Any
  • Storage: 200 MB available space

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Jan. 2026
My Friend Stalin is an intentionally absurd and unconventional indie experience that exists far outside the boundaries of what most players would consider a traditional video game. Developed and published by Boom Team, it presents itself less as a structured interactive product and more as a surreal desktop companion designed to provoke amusement, confusion, or ironic enjoyment. The core idea is simple and deliberately strange: a pixel-art depiction of Joseph Stalin appears on your desktop, dancing and lingering above your open windows as you go about your normal computer activities. From the outset, the game makes it clear that it is not interested in historical accuracy, political commentary, or meaningful narrative, instead leaning fully into meme culture and offbeat humor. Rather than offering levels, objectives, or progression systems, My Friend Stalin functions as a persistent overlay that remains visible while you use your PC. Stalin’s animated presence is meant to be a background distraction rather than a focal point, something that can be glanced at for a laugh before returning to whatever task is at hand. The interactions available to the player are minimal but thematically consistent with the game’s novelty-driven design. You can customize aspects of Stalin’s appearance, adjust proportions, change colors, and select different dance animations, allowing for some personalization and experimentation. These options provide just enough interaction to keep the experience from being entirely passive, though they are clearly intended as playful tweaks rather than deep systems. Visually, the game embraces a deliberately simple pixel-art style that aligns with its tongue-in-cheek tone. Animations are exaggerated and cartoonish, emphasizing humor over detail or polish. The aesthetic choice reinforces the idea that this is not a serious portrayal of a historical figure, but rather a caricature designed for absurd entertainment. Sound elements and music are kept relatively restrained, ensuring that the character’s presence doesn’t become overwhelming or disruptive during extended desktop use. This balance allows the game to function as a novelty companion without actively interfering with productivity, assuming the player is comfortable with the visual distraction. The appeal of My Friend Stalin is highly subjective, and its reception reflects that reality. Many players appreciate it precisely because it defies conventional expectations, treating it as a joke purchase or a curiosity rather than a serious investment. For these users, the humor lies in the sheer oddity of the concept and the contrast between the historical weight of the character and the silly, dancing presentation. Others, however, may find the experience too shallow to justify more than a brief moment of novelty. Without goals, progression, or meaningful interaction, the game’s longevity depends entirely on how amusing the player finds the core gag. It is also important to recognize that the game’s use of a real historical figure is not presented as an endorsement or celebration of ideology, but rather as a deliberately exaggerated and context-free parody. The experience avoids political messaging altogether, focusing instead on internet-style humor that thrives on randomness and shock value. Players seeking thoughtful satire or commentary will not find it here, but those familiar with meme-driven indie titles will immediately recognize the intent. Ultimately, My Friend Stalin succeeds or fails based entirely on whether its central joke resonates with the player. As a conventional game, it offers very little, but as a surreal digital toy or desktop novelty, it fulfills its purpose effectively. It is best approached with the understanding that it is meant to be light, fleeting, and intentionally pointless. For players who enjoy strange indie experiments, ironic humor, and unconventional software experiences, My Friend Stalin offers a brief but memorable diversion. For everyone else, it may simply feel like a curiosity that wears out its welcome quickly, serving as a reminder that not all games aim to entertain through depth or challenge—some exist purely to be strange. Rating: 8/10
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Dec. 2025
After a little bit Stalin disapears but it is still fun to use. He can do 10 dances. He comes in multiple colors. This game is the best way to bring back the supreme leader to life!
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Feb. 2025
Best bitcoin miner in the market, I get to stare at a stalin dancing for 20 hours straight
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Feb. 2025
Is it a bitcoin miner? Maybe (probably) Is it worth a dollar? Yes Do I still use it despite the bitcoin mining risk? Absolutely 10/10 would let Stalin's dancing mine bitcoin again.
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Feb. 2025
I learned how to sing red sun in the sky, now I know that is not related in any way with the USSR, but its the spirit that counts
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Frequently Asked Questions

My Friend Stalin is currently priced at 0.99€ on Steam.

My Friend Stalin is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 0.99€ on Steam.

My Friend Stalin received 528 positive votes out of a total of 584 achieving a rating of 8.45.
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My Friend Stalin was developed and published by Boom Team.

My Friend Stalin is playable and fully supported on Windows.

My Friend Stalin is not playable on MacOS.

My Friend Stalin is not playable on Linux.

My Friend Stalin is a single-player game.

My Friend Stalin does not currently offer any DLC.

My Friend Stalin does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

My Friend Stalin does not support Steam Remote Play.

My Friend Stalin is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for My Friend Stalin.

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My Friend Stalin
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Rating
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Developer
Boom Team
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Boom Team
Release 18 Jun 2021
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