Goat Simulator 3
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Developer(s) | Coffee Stain North |
Publisher(s) | Coffee Stain Publishing |
Director(s) | Santiago Ferrero |
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Programmer(s) | Philip Lindau |
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Composer(s) | Stuart Docherty |
Series | Goat Simulator |
Engine | Unreal Engine 4[1] |
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Release | November 17, 2022 |
Genre(s) | Action, simulation |
Mode(s) | Single-player, multiplayer |
Goat Simulator 3 is an action video game and the sequel to Goat Simulator.[a] The game was announced by Coffee Stain Studios during Summer Game Fest and was released on November 17, 2022.[5][6] The game features a four-player cooperative mode,[7] and it is set on the fictional island of San Angora.[8]
Gameplay
[edit]Goat Simulator 3, like its predecessor, is an action game played in a third-person perspective where the goal, controlling the goat player character, is to wreak havoc and perform stunts in the game's urban environment.[9][10][11] A mechanic of the previous game where the playable goat can hitch themselves to items and objects found in the world by licking them is retained in this game.[12][11][10] The developers claim that its open world is 18 times larger than that of the first game.[10][11] Additionally, sections exist where different gameplay styles are explored, such as a parody of Wolfenstein 3D with first-person shooter mechanics.[13][14][15] A story mode, new to the series, also appears in Goat Simulator 3, where players would have to complete quests to ascend the illuminati ranks and unlock the goat castle door, which leads to a final boss battle against the farmer.[15][10] Also new to the series is the introduction to the wardrobe, which allows the player to customize their character further. Some of these clothing items are purely for looks, whereas others have special abilities. [16][17]
A four-player cooperative online multiplayer mode was also added with the ability to play 7 competitive PvP minigames at any time and anywhere during gameplay in the online multiplayer mode and include games such as the floor is lava, Prop Hunt, and an association football-like mini-game titled Hoofball.[18]
The game has hidden secrets that reference other games and pop culture.[19]
Players are also given their own customizable hub world known as the Goat Castle that is upgraded by completing goals and achievements in the other worlds.[20][21]
Reception
[edit]Aggregator | Score |
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Metacritic | PC: 71/100[22] PS5: 68/100[23] XBSX: 78/100[24] |
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IGN | 8/10[29] |
PC Gamer (US) | 50/100[25] |
Push Square | 6/10[28] |
Shacknews | 7/10[27] |
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According to review aggregator Metacritic, Goat Simulator 3 received "mixed or average reviews" for the PC and PlayStation 5 versions,[22][23] while the Xbox Series X version received "generally favorable reviews".[24]
Notes
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Over 80 Unreal Engine-powered games featured during 2022 summer gaming events". Unreal Engine. August 15, 2022. Retrieved August 15, 2023.
- ^ Lennox, Jesse (August 2, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3: release date, trailers, gameplay, and more". Digital Trends. Retrieved 15 August 2022.
- ^ Pelliccio, Meg (5 December 2023). "Goat Simulator 3 Mobile: FAQ Guide". TheGamer. Retrieved 29 December 2023.
- ^ Kim, Matt (2022-06-09). "Goat Simulator 3 Officially Announced, Skips Goat Simulator 2". IGN. Retrieved 2022-11-09.
- ^ Holt, Kris (June 9, 2022). "'Goat Simulator 3' is coming to PC, Xbox and PlayStation this fall". Engadget. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
- ^ Romano, Sal (July 28, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 launches November 17". Gematsu. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
- ^ Prescott, Shaun (July 28, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 ragdolls onto PC this November". PC Gamer. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
- ^ Devore, Jordan (June 9, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 is going all in on co-op chaos". Destructoid. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
- ^ Brown, Andy (2022-09-21). "'Goat Simulator 3' is an absurd trip that's best played with pals". NME. Retrieved 2022-11-11.
- ^ a b c d Verbrugge, Kieron (2022-08-26). "Goat Simulator 3 Hands-On Preview - An Even Wilder Sandbox". Press Start. Retrieved 2022-11-11.
- ^ a b c "Goat Simulator 3's sandbox mayhem commits to the bit". Digital Trends. 2022-09-10. Retrieved 2022-11-11.
- ^ Reyes, Jess (8 September 2022). "'Goat Simulator 3' delivers even more dumb fun than you probably expect". Inverse. Retrieved 2022-11-11.
- ^ "Wolfenstein makes classic FPS cameo in Goat Simulator 3". PCGamesN. 25 August 2022. Retrieved 2022-11-11.
- ^ Lopez, John (2022-08-26). "'Goat Simulator 3' Demo Teases 'Wolfenstein 3D' Parody Easter Egg". Tech Times.
- ^ a b Maher, Cian (2022-09-03). "Goat Simulator 3: Still a silly game about being a really annoying goat". Polygon. Retrieved 2022-11-11.
- ^ Carter, Aden (2022-11-16). "The 10 best clothing abilities in Goat Simulator 3". Gamepur. Retrieved 2023-04-12.
- ^ Chan, Khee Hoon (2022-11-17). "'Goat Simulator 3's' gleeful gags and generate guffaws". Washington Post. Retrieved 2023-04-12.
- ^ Hansen, Jakob (21 September 2022). "The minigames in Goat Simulator 3 can be played anywhere on the map". Gamereactor UK. Retrieved 2022-12-10.
- ^ Parkes, Mathew (25 November 2022). "8 Easter Eggs Only Die-Hard Fans Caught In Goat Simulator 3". GameRant. Retrieved 2023-04-12.
- ^ Seid, Kurtis (2022-11-26). "How to Unlock The Portal Room in Goat Simulator 3". ScreenRant. Retrieved 2022-12-10.
- ^ Mitchell, Matthew Kevin (2022-11-17). "How to Synchronize Your Goat Castle in Goat Simulator 3". Attack of the Fanboy. Retrieved 2022-12-10.
- ^ a b "Goat Simulator 3 for PC Reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved 2022-12-12.
- ^ a b "Goat Simulator 3 for PlayStation 5 Reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved 2022-12-03.
- ^ a b "Goat Simulator 3 for Xbox Series X Reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved 2022-12-03.
- ^ Litchfield, Ted (2022-11-16). "Goat Simulator 3 review". PC Gamer. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ^ Avard, Alex (2022-11-16). "Goat Simulator 3 review: "A punchline that ultimately outstays its welcome"". GamesRadar+. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ^ Mejia, Ozzie (16 November 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 review: Goat Theft Auto". Shacknews. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ^ Tailby, Stephen (2022-11-16). "Review: Goat Simulator 3 (PS5) - Bigger, Madder Sequel Is Udderly Ridiculous". Push Square. Retrieved 2022-11-16.
- ^ Northup, Travis (2022-11-16). "Goat Simulator 3 Review". IGN. Retrieved 2022-11-17.
- ^ Raynor, Kelsey (2022-11-16). "Goat Simulator 3 review – A wacky yet meaningful lesson in the etiquette of an entitled goat". VG247. Retrieved 2022-11-17.
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