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Goat Simulator 3

PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Android • 2024

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Quick resume

Pilgor's baaack! Gather your herd and venture forth into Goat Simulator 3; an all-new (at least on Steam), totally realistic, sandbox farmyard experience. Invite up to three friends in local or online co-op, create carnage as a team, or compete in mini-games and then not be friends anymore.

Global score

98/100

Genres

Adventure, Casual, Simulator

Pros

  • Funny and absurd gameplay
  • Large open world with many quests
  • 4 player co-op multiplayer
  • Extensive customization options
  • Good value with dlc and replayability

Cons

  • Some bugs and technical issues
  • Map can be too large making navigation tedious
  • Some grind in quests
  • Multiplayer limited to same platform friends
  • Story and music less memorable than original

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players have freedom to roam an open world, choose quests or just cause chaos with few restrictions."

  • Competence
    2

    "Gameplay is easy to learn with some quests requiring problem solving, but overall accessible and not highly challenging."

  • Competition
    0

    "Some leaderboards exist but main focus is on personal and cooperative play rather than competition."

  • Continuation
    4

    "Many players report long play sessions, replayability, and habitual play due to humor, exploration, and collectibles."

  • Cooperation
    4

    "Supports up to 4 player co-op, with multiplayer play highly praised for shared chaotic fun."

  • Creativity
    4

    "Players can customize goats with many outfits and abilities, create chaos, and experiment with physics and interactions."

  • Domination
    -3

    "Interactions are mostly playful and chaotic rather than exerting control or superiority over others."

  • Escapism
    5

    "Strong escapism through silly, absurd gameplay and humorous chaos that distracts from real life."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily for fun and relaxation, not out of obligation or pressure."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "Game encourages trying new things, exploring mechanics, and discovering secrets."

  • Exploration
    5

    "Large open world with many hidden items, quests, and surprises encourages exploration."

  • Expression
    4

    "Extensive character customization with outfits and abilities allows self-expression."

  • Fantasy
    5

    "Highly imaginative and absurd scenarios, including impossible goat abilities and surreal events."

  • Fellowship
    4

    "Strong community and social play aspects, with multiplayer and shared experiences emphasized."

  • Growth
    2

    "Some learning and skill development in quests and controls, but mostly light and casual."

  • Health
    -5

    "Typical sedentary video game play with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle
    -3

    "Requires active engagement and attention to enjoy quests and chaos, not a background or idle game."

  • Intimacy
    1

    "Some social interaction and bonding reported, especially playing with family and friends."

  • Leadership
    -2

    "Mostly cooperative play without emphasis on leadership or authority roles."

  • Progression
    3

    "Players collect items, unlock outfits and abilities, and complete quests to progress."

  • Relaxation
    4

    "Many players find the game relaxing and a good way to unwind with silly fun."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Enjoyable visual and auditory stimuli with humorous and chaotic effects."

  • Status
    0

    "No strong emphasis on social recognition or status; focus is on fun and chaos."

  • Story
    2

    "Contains a light, humorous story and lore that adds context to gameplay."

  • Strategy
    1

    "Some quests require problem solving and logic, but overall gameplay is straightforward and casual."

  • Thrill
    2

    "Players enjoy chaotic and surprising moments, but game is mostly lighthearted and not high tension."

  • Value
    3

    "Players feel they get good entertainment value, especially with multiplayer and DLC content."

  • Violence
    3

    "Enjoyment of causing destruction and chaos, though in a humorous and absurd context."

  • Survival
    -4

    "No survival or threat mechanics; stable and safe game environment."

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