Death Goat
- June 6, 2016
- Terminal Press
Get on Steam"Death Goat" is a fast-paced, chaotic multiplayer shooter game. Players control demonic goats armed with an arsenal of weapons, battling it out in frenetic deathmatch and team-based modes. With its unique blend of intense action and dark humor, "Death Goat" offers a fresh take on the shooter genre, providing hours of entertainment for fans of over-the-top combat.
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Reviews
- Great soundtrack featuring a variety of metal music that enhances the gameplay experience.
- Fun and simple twin-stick shooter mechanics that provide mindless entertainment.
- Unique and humorous character designs that appeal to fans of the metal genre.
- Repetitive gameplay with limited content, leading to a lack of long-term engagement.
- Technical issues such as imprecise controls and collision detection that hinder the overall experience.
- All characters play the same, with minimal differences, reducing the incentive to try different playstyles.
- music59 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 46 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised, with many reviewers highlighting its excellent curation of metal tracks, including notable bands that enhance the overall experience. While the gameplay itself is often described as repetitive and lacking depth, the soundtrack is considered a standout feature that appeals particularly to metal fans, making it a significant draw for players. Overall, the music is seen as the game's strongest aspect, often recommended over the gameplay itself.
“The soundtrack is amazing and it has introduced me to some new metal bands to listen to.”
“As a metal fan, this is an excellent game to play if you want to kill some time (and demons), and headbang to a kickass soundtrack.”
“Music is where the game shines and you'll be hard pressed not to have a headbang while playing.”
“While the music and graphics are somewhat above quality for a game this price, the gameplay is brutally repetitive and bland.”
“Just buy the music, the game is a non-entity that could have been churned out by a beginner on Newgrounds or something slapped together by Adult Swim.”
“You'd probably get more value for your buck if you just bought the songs on iTunes.”
- gameplay12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 42 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for being repetitive, bland, and lacking depth, with many reviewers noting the limited number of maps and character options. Controls are described as floaty, leading to frustrating experiences, and the overall design feels unfinished, detracting from the potential enjoyment of the game. While some players appreciate the thematic elements and find it entertaining in short bursts, the consensus is that the gameplay fails to deliver a compelling experience.
“Anyone with a taste in music that consists of great guitar riffs and screaming needs to own this game. The core gameplay loop isn't the most interesting, and you aren't going to rack up thousands of hours, but for a little bit of hard rocking fun, when you can't think of anything else to play, this is one of my favorite games.”
“Chock-full of metal, satan, gore, vintage gameplay, and mind-numbing difficulty.”
“The gameplay is engaging and offers a unique experience that keeps you coming back for more.”
“While the music and graphics are somewhat above quality for a game at this price, the gameplay is brutally repetitive and bland.”
“Any longer than that though and it quickly becomes tiresome as there are only 3 maps, no differences between the handful of characters, and weapon power-ups you can't fully appreciate because of the random nature of the gameplay.”
“First off, the gameplay is so bland and cookie-cutter standard. The power-ups are nice but only last for a short time and don't drop fast enough. You move way too fast and keep knocking into enemies, some of which are hard to see since they are so small. You die so quickly since your shield's hitbox is absolutely huge, and after it runs out, it's just a matter of time before you accidentally run into an enemy because of the crazy movement speed.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised as being above average for its low price, with many users highlighting the nice aesthetics and decent quality. While the visuals contribute positively to the overall experience, some players note that the gameplay itself can be repetitive and bland. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point, especially given the game's affordability.
“Nice aesthetics.”
“Graphics are pretty good for the price.”
“Fun little game with great graphics, great music.”
“While the music and graphics are somewhat above quality for a game at this price, the gameplay is brutally repetitive and bland.”
“Good power-ups, generic death metal music, and decent graphics.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessive and tedious, often requiring significant time investment for achievements. The repetitive nature of the gameplay, combined with clunky movement mechanics, contributes to a frustrating experience that can lead to frequent deaths.
“I only stayed to get those shiny achievements, which required an absurd amount of grinding.”
“Grindy achievements, clunky movement, and be prepared to die often.”
“Repetitive, mega-grindy twin-stick shooter.”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a cast of humorous characters, with players particularly enjoying the witch character, who has become a favorite among fans. Overall, the humor is well-received and adds to the game's charm.
“The characters are hilarious and bring so much joy to the game.”
“The witch is my favorite, but honestly, all the characters have a great sense of humor.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game appears to be negatively impacted by frustrating mechanics, as players express disappointment over not being able to collect power-ups due to unclear interaction requirements. This leads to feelings of confusion and dissatisfaction during gameplay.
- story1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is considered unimportant by some players, who believe that engaging gameplay and action, such as heavy metal elements, can outweigh the need for a compelling narrative.
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with users noting that there is little incentive to play again due to a lack of engaging content or goals. Despite some appreciation for its nostalgic elements, the overall experience fails to encourage repeated play.
“Not fun enough. I can accept the old arcade feel, the jokes, and the great soundtrack, but overall, there is 0% replayability. There's nothing to work towards. I bought it to show it to my friends, and even they didn't think it was good enough for 3 dollars.”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers note that the game is currently bug-free, indicating a stable foundation that allows developers to shift their focus towards adding new features based on community feedback.
“The fact that the game appears to be bug-free at this point means that development is going to focus on adding new features as requested by the community, which is pretty exciting.”
