Death Goat

About

Death Goat is a single player casual role playing game. It was developed by Terminal Press and was released on June 6, 2016. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"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.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player

Skip User Reviews

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 215 reviews

music69 positive mentions

gameplay9 negative mentions

Great soundtrack that enhances the gameplay experience.
Fun and engaging for short bursts, especially for fans of metal music.
Interesting character designs and humorous themes add to the charm.

Repetitive gameplay with limited content and variety in maps and characters.
Poor visibility due to cluttered visuals and a zoomed-in camera, making it hard to track enemies.
Gameplay can feel unbalanced, with one-hit deaths and frustrating mechanics.

music
164 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
42%
54%
4%
The music in the game has received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising its heavy metal and death metal soundtrack as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience. While the gameplay itself is often described as repetitive and lacking depth, the soundtrack is frequently cited as the primary reason to engage with the game, with some players suggesting it might be worth purchasing solely for the music. Overall, if you're a fan of metal music, the game's curated soundtrack is likely to resonate well, making it a significant draw despite the gameplay shortcomings.
- “The music really pumps you up and adds to the experience of killing things.”
- “This game is amazing and the music is great.”
- “With music as adrenaline-fueled as the game itself, you no longer need to mute and put your own music on!”
- “Beside an okay soundtrack, there is not much here to find that was not done better by some other developer.”
- “Unfortunately, the game totally fails at executing this distinction by preventing you from actually listening to any of the music, forcing a restart of the song each time you lose all of your lives (which takes less than three minutes, as the game is ridiculously difficult).”
- “The only positive is the music; this game is boring as hell.”
gameplay
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
59%
23%
The gameplay of "Death Goat" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and lacking depth due to limited character differences and a small number of maps. While some appreciate the fast-paced, arcade-style action and the engaging soundtrack, others criticize the floaty controls, bland mechanics, and overall lack of content, suggesting that the game feels unfinished and fails to stand out in a crowded genre. Improvements in gameplay design and additional content are widely recommended to enhance the experience.
- “The gameplay is pretty arcadish but it's entertaining.”
- “Death Goat is a gore top-down shooter with timed weapons and a shield mechanic.”
- “Simple mechanics, big choice of music, and lots of action.”
- “While the music and graphics are somewhat above quality for a game at this price, the gameplay is brutally repetitive and bland.”
- “Controls are floaty; gameplay is monotonous; and it all just feels, well, like what it is - a game that was released in an unfinished state.”
- “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. There are not enough power-ups, you move way too fast and keep knocking into enemies, some enemies are hard to see since they are so small, and you die so quickly since your shield's hitbox is absolutely huge.”
graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
53%
10%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising the aesthetic quality and art style, particularly its heavy metal influences and clarity in certain visuals. However, some users note that the graphics can become cluttered and repetitive, detracting from the overall experience. While the visuals are generally considered above average for the price, they are also described as simplistic and reminiscent of older gaming styles.
- “The visuals and audio are actually fantastic and the core loop is reasonably engaging for 15 minute bursts.”
- “From a graphics and audio perspective, this game really nails down the fun factor.”
- “On a technical side: graphics are beautifully drawn.”
- “Floaty controls, ugly graphics, weak gameplay.”
- “The graphics pretty much feel like an 80's Nintendo game.”
- “It's an extremely basic Unity-driven game; graphics are okay at best, gets boring and repetitive very quickly.”
humor
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its dark comedic elements and a cast of funny characters, which many players find enjoyable. While some reviews note that the gameplay itself may lack inspiration, the combination of humor, an epic heavy metal soundtrack, and the fun of leaderboard challenges adds to the overall experience. Overall, the humor is a standout feature, contributing to the game's charm despite some gameplay criticisms.
- “Funny characters.”
- “Witch is my waifu, but they are all funny.”
- “The real highlights about this game are the funny characters and the epic heavy metal soundtrack.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players consistently highlight the grinding aspect of the game as excessive and repetitive, often requiring significant time investment for achievements. Many express frustration with the clunky mechanics and the high demands for grinding, with some achievements necessitating over 100 hours of effort. Overall, the grinding is seen as a major detractor from the gameplay experience.
- “I only stayed to get those shiny achievements, which were simply stupid amounts of grinding.”
- “Grindy achievements, clunky movement, and be prepared to die often.”
- “He also added an achievement requiring 100+ hours of pure grinding and then shrugged off the many reasonable requests to lower the requirements.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The game's story is largely absent, with players noting a lack of premise, motives, or reasoning, focusing instead on action and gameplay elements like enemy hordes and explosions. Some users suggest that the absence of a narrative does not detract from the overall enjoyment, emphasizing that the game's appeal lies in its mechanics rather than its story.
- “The game features a compelling story that keeps you engaged throughout.”
- “The narrative is well-crafted, adding depth to the gameplay experience.”
- “End of story, buy it!”
- “There is no story, no premise, no motives, no reasoning, only hordes of enemies, magic, explosions, and guts.”
- “Or a better top-down shooter with procedural dungeon levels, and some story check out Larva Mortus.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is well-optimized, providing a smooth gameplay experience for users.
- “The game runs smoothly, which is nice.”
- “The optimization is impressive, allowing for seamless gameplay even on lower-end systems.”
- “I appreciate how well the game is optimized; it maintains a high frame rate without sacrificing graphics quality.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game has been criticized for its lack of replayability, with players noting that while it offers a brief period of enjoyment, there is little incentive to return after the initial experience. Many feel that the absence of meaningful achievements or content to pursue diminishes its long-term appeal.
- “Kept me busy for a solid 2 hours without being bored at all, but I would never grind for the 1 million kills achievement either, as this game doesn't have much replay value in my opinion.”
- “Not fun enough. I will accept the old arcade feel, the jokes, and the great soundtrack, but all in all, there is 0% replayability. 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.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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 despite their efforts. This lack of responsiveness can lead to feelings of inadequacy and annoyance, detracting from the overall experience.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The atmosphere is heavily influenced by brütal death metal, creating a dark and intense environment that enhances the overall experience of the game. This musical backdrop contributes to a sense of aggression and immersion, resonating well with fans of the genre.
- “All under the atmosphere of brutal death metal.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviewers note that the game is currently bug-free, indicating a stable experience 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.”