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Goat Simulator 3

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.[6][7] The game features a four-player cooperative mode,[8] and it is set on the fictional island of San Angora.[9]

Goat Simulator 3
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Developer(s)Coffee Stain North
Publisher(s)Coffee Stain Publishing
Director(s)Santiago Ferrero
Producer(s)
  • Sebastian Zethraeus
  • Judith Radnitz
  • Daniel Kaplan
Designer(s)
  • Santiago Ferrero
  • Victor Frydebo
Programmer(s)Philip Lindau
Artist(s)
  • William Birgersson
  • Elin Hamberg
Composer(s)Stuart Docherty
SeriesGoat Simulator
EngineUnreal Engine 4[1]
Platform(s)
Release
  • PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox Series X/S
  • November 17, 2022
  • Android, iOS
  • December 5, 2023
  • Nintendo Switch
  • August 27, 2024
  • PlayStation 4, Xbox One
  • October 24, 2024
Genre(s)Action, simulation
Mode(s)Single-player, multiplayer

Mobile ports for Android and iOS were released on December 5, 2023.[10] The Nintendo Switch version of the game was released on August 27, 2024, during the Nintendo Direct partner showcase, almost two years after its initial release date.[4] Ports for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One were released on October 24, 2024.[11]

Gameplay

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See also: Goat Simulator § Gameplay

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.[12][13][14] 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.[15][14][13] The developers claim that its open world is 18 times larger than that of the first game.[13][14] Additionally, sections exist where different gameplay styles are explored, such as a parody of Wolfenstein 3D with first-person shooter mechanics.[16][17][18] 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.[18][13] 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.[19][20]

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, an association football-like mini-game titled Hoofball, and a Splatoon-like mini-game called Headsplat.[21]

The game has hidden secrets that reference other games and pop culture.[22]

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.[23][24]

Reception

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According to review aggregator Metacritic, Goat Simulator 3 received "mixed or average reviews" for the PC and PlayStation 5 versions,[25][26] while the Xbox Series X version received "generally favorable reviews".[27]

Notes

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  1. ^ The game is suffixed with a '3' rather than a '2' as a joke by the developers; "Goat Simulator 2" does not exist.[5]

References

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  1. ^ "Over 80 Unreal Engine-powered games featured during 2022 summer gaming events". Unreal Engine. August 15, 2022. Retrieved August 15, 2023.
  2. ^ Lennox, Jesse (August 2, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3: release date, trailers, gameplay, and more". Digital Trends. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
  3. ^ Pelliccio, Meg (December 5, 2023). "Goat Simulator 3 Mobile: FAQ Guide". TheGamer. Retrieved December 29, 2023.
  4. ^ a b Romano, Sal (August 27, 2024). "Goat Simulator 3 now available for Switch". Gematsu. Retrieved October 8, 2024.
  5. ^ Kim, Matt (June 9, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 Officially Announced, Skips Goat Simulator 2". IGN. Retrieved November 9, 2022.
  6. ^ Holt, Kris (June 9, 2022). "'Goat Simulator 3' is coming to PC, Xbox and PlayStation this fall". Engadget. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
  7. ^ Romano, Sal (July 28, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 launches November 17". Gematsu. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
  8. ^ Prescott, Shaun (July 28, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 ragdolls onto PC this November". PC Gamer. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
  9. ^ Devore, Jordan (June 9, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 is going all in on co-op chaos". Destructoid. Retrieved August 15, 2022.
  10. ^ "'Goat Simulator 3' Mobile Now Available on iOS and Android Worldwide – TouchArcade". December 5, 2023. Retrieved October 9, 2024.
  11. ^ Romano, Sal (October 8, 2024). "Goat Simulator 3 coming to PS4, Xbox One on October 24". Gematsu. Retrieved October 8, 2024.
  12. ^ Brown, Andy (September 21, 2022). "'Goat Simulator 3' is an absurd trip that's best played with pals". NME. Retrieved November 11, 2022.
  13. ^ a b c d Verbrugge, Kieron (August 26, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 Hands-On Preview - An Even Wilder Sandbox". Press Start. Retrieved November 11, 2022.
  14. ^ a b c Moss, Gabriel (September 10, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3's sandbox mayhem commits to the bit". Digital Trends. Retrieved November 11, 2022.
  15. ^ Reyes, Jess (September 8, 2022). "'Goat Simulator 3' delivers even more dumb fun than you probably expect". Inverse. Retrieved November 11, 2022.
  16. ^ Smith, Ed (August 25, 2022). "Wolfenstein makes classic FPS cameo in Goat Simulator 3". PCGamesN. Retrieved November 11, 2022.
  17. ^ Lopez, John (August 26, 2022). "'Goat Simulator 3' Demo Teases 'Wolfenstein 3D' Parody Easter Egg". Tech Times.
  18. ^ a b Maher, Cian (September 3, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3: Still a silly game about being a really annoying goat". Polygon. Retrieved November 11, 2022.
  19. ^ Carter, Aden (November 16, 2022). "The 10 best clothing abilities in Goat Simulator 3". Gamepur. Retrieved April 12, 2023.
  20. ^ Chan, Khee Hoon (November 17, 2022). "'Goat Simulator 3's' gleeful gags and generate guffaws". Washington Post. Retrieved April 12, 2023.
  21. ^ Hansen, Jakob (September 21, 2022). "The minigames in Goat Simulator 3 can be played anywhere on the map". Gamereactor UK. Retrieved December 10, 2022.
  22. ^ Parkes, Mathew (November 25, 2022). "8 Easter Eggs Only Die-Hard Fans Caught In Goat Simulator 3". GameRant. Retrieved April 12, 2023.
  23. ^ Seid, Kurtis (November 26, 2022). "How to Unlock The Portal Room in Goat Simulator 3". ScreenRant. Retrieved December 10, 2022.
  24. ^ Mitchell, Matthew Kevin (November 17, 2022). "How to Synchronize Your Goat Castle in Goat Simulator 3". Attack of the Fanboy. Retrieved December 10, 2022.
  25. ^ a b "Goat Simulator 3 for PC Reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved December 12, 2022.
  26. ^ a b "Goat Simulator 3 for PlayStation 5 Reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved December 3, 2022.
  27. ^ a b "Goat Simulator 3 for Xbox Series X Reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved December 3, 2022.
  28. ^ Litchfield, Ted (November 16, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 review". PC Gamer. Retrieved November 16, 2022.
  29. ^ Avard, Alex (November 16, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 review: 'A punchline that ultimately outstays its welcome'". GamesRadar+. Retrieved November 16, 2022.
  30. ^ Mejia, Ozzie (November 16, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 review: Goat Theft Auto". Shacknews. Retrieved November 16, 2022.
  31. ^ Tailby, Stephen (November 16, 2022). "Review: Goat Simulator 3 (PS5) - Bigger, Madder Sequel Is Udderly Ridiculous". Push Square. Retrieved November 16, 2022.
  32. ^ Northup, Travis (November 16, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 Review". IGN. Retrieved November 17, 2022.
  33. ^ Raynor, Kelsey (November 16, 2022). "Goat Simulator 3 review – A wacky yet meaningful lesson in the etiquette of an entitled goat". VG247. Retrieved November 17, 2022.
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