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Divide By Sheep

Impressive efforts with a few noticeable problems holding them back. Won't astound everyone, but is worth your time and cash.
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88%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
grinding, monetization
90% User Score Based on 1,263 reviews
Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

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Divide By Sheep is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Denis Novikov and was released on July 2, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Divide By Sheep is a quirky puzzle game where you must divide and combine sheep to solve levels. Featuring dark humor and challenging gameplay, players must carefully manage their sheep across islands, avoiding obstacles and making clever decisions to reach safety. With simple mechanics and increasingly complex stages, it's a brain-teasing experience for all ages.

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90%
Audience ScoreBased on 1,263 reviews
gameplay58 positive mentions
grinding9 negative mentions

  • Fun and engaging puzzle mechanics that challenge players to think critically.
  • Charming graphics and a humorous dark theme that adds to the overall enjoyment.
  • Variety of levels and mechanics introduced throughout the game keep it interesting.
  • Lack of an undo button can lead to frustration when mistakes are made.
  • Game feels more suited for mobile devices, with some controls awkward on PC.
  • Difficulty can vary significantly between levels, leading to inconsistent pacing.
  • gameplay
    213 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay in "Divide by Sheep" is characterized by a variety of mechanics that are gradually introduced, keeping the experience fresh and engaging across its 150 levels. While many players appreciate the clever use of simple math and strategic thinking, some express frustration over the lack of clear explanations for new mechanics and the absence of an undo button, which can lead to trial-and-error gameplay. Overall, the game offers a mix of fun, challenge, and charming visuals, though it may become repetitive for some players over extended sessions.

    • “The mechanics are great and it's fun to solve the puzzles.”
    • “Divide by Sheep is an impressive puzzle game that combines sheep, wolves, piggies, and a bunch of other simple yet creative objects that change the gameplay; portals, fences, TNT tiles, etc. - which is unique from other puzzle games.”
    • “The game gradually introduces new mechanics over its length, adding about one new mechanic every 10-15 levels, helping it to keep itself relatively fresh as it adds ever more complexity to its puzzles.”
    • “There's enough variety to make levels interesting, though I admit that I became bored during periods when no new mechanics were added and I pretty much knew what to do already.”
    • “However, despite the introduction of new mechanics during the game, it becomes boring after some time.”
    • “The gameplay is pretty boring and repetitive.”
  • graphics
    181 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and charming art style, which effectively combines vibrant colors and playful designs that appeal to a broad audience. Many reviewers highlight the visuals as a standout feature, noting their ability to create a lighthearted atmosphere despite the game's darker themes. Overall, the graphics are described as beautiful, engaging, and well-suited to the puzzle mechanics, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

    • “The graphics are cute and cuddly.”
    • “The sprites for the characters are wonderful, the backgrounds and sets are colorful and cheerful - truly lovely - and the whole feeling the visuals bring about is one of… well, idyllic bliss, really.”
    • “The game is very bright and colorful, a good combination of artwork and detail was invested into the game making it super appealing to look at and play.”
    • “Overall, the graphics don't work for me and I don't enjoy playing it.”
    • “The graphics are very cute, which is kind of an achievement given that you are sending hundreds of sheep to a gruesome death by division.”
    • “The violence is so over-the-top, but the art style looks like it would appeal to small children, so there's a bit of cognitive dissonance going on.”
  • music
    106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally described as cute, catchy, and fitting the light-hearted aesthetic, enhancing the overall experience. However, many players note that the soundtrack can become repetitive and irritating over extended play sessions, leading some to mute it. Despite this, the music is often praised for its ability to create a relaxing atmosphere that complements the game's charming graphics and gameplay.

    • “The music is catchy and comfy during each world.”
    • “Really nice, relaxing music, beautiful and playful visuals.”
    • “The music and soundtrack of Divide by Sheep are absolutely adorable and jaunty, matching the game's almost carefree tone.”
    • “The music loops are awfully short.”
    • “The soundtrack is adequate but repetitive after a while.”
    • “The music - it's upright annoying, it's like a 30 second-loop, repeated over and over again.”
  • humor
    83 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of dark and whimsical elements, often juxtaposing cute visuals with morbid themes, such as the humorous depiction of sheep being divided. Many players appreciate the clever and unexpected comedic moments, though some find the humor can fall flat or be too dark for their taste. Overall, the game is praised for its charming graphics and the ability to elicit laughter through its unique and sometimes twisted sense of humor.

    • “Great cartoon graphics, someone has an interesting sense of humor making this stuff up.”
    • “Divide by sheep is a fun, black humor puzzle game where it is your job to fling sheep, pigs, and wolves from platform to platform to ensure the correct amount make it to the end.”
    • “The humorous premise and cute creepy visuals, the overall number of levels and gameplay mechanics, along with the (always acceptable) challenge combine for a worthy experience.”
  • story
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is often described as minimal, quirky, and at times nonsensical, with some players finding it confusing or lacking depth. While a few reviewers appreciated the whimsical and dark elements, particularly involving the grim reaper, many felt that the story was not a significant draw and served mainly as a backdrop for the puzzle mechanics. Overall, the narrative is seen as either charming or trivial, depending on the player's perspective, with mixed opinions on its execution and relevance to gameplay.

    • “The story is well written (though sometimes drags along), and once you're done with the story, the entire galaxy is yours to explore.”
    • “It is a clever math puzzle with an actually brutal story if you spend some time to comprehend it.”
    • “The story behind this game is that the grim reaper wants friends and basically causes the world to flood, killing most of the animals and transporting their souls to the grim reaper.”
    • “The story is a confusing mess that tries to be quirky and ends up just being nonsensical.”
    • “This is just a set of pointless puzzles without a hint of a story or any feeling of progress, forcefully pushed into a world of sheep and wolves.”
    • “There is not a story in-game if you expect any.”
  • grinding
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that while the game offers a balanced challenge initially, it can quickly become tedious, particularly for players who may not be deeply invested in puzzle-solving. Some users appreciate the absence of traditional grinding mechanics, but others find the lack of quality-of-life features, like an undo button, detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the game may appeal to those who enjoy casual, cute puzzle games, but it risks losing engagement due to its repetitive nature.

    • “No farming is required for achievements other than beating every level with 3 stars.”
    • “The grind feels rewarding, as each level completed brings a sense of accomplishment.”
    • “I appreciate that the game balances grinding with engaging gameplay, making it enjoyable.”
    • “While Divide by Sheep is an interesting math-based puzzle game with an immense amount of sheep mutilation and death, it is not a game I feel that I can recommend unless you're really into these sorts of puzzles, as the absence of quality of life features like an undo button really hampers the experience for me and just makes it all too tedious.”
    • “That's my fault, but the initial worlds were quite tedious and sometimes very boring, so I don't think I'll ever make it back to the last world again.”
    • “While at first it matches up perfectly to the game, being pleasant and welcoming, it quickly becomes tedious.”
  • monetization
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is generally well-received, as it is free of microtransactions and intrusive ads, making it a refreshing experience for players. However, some users feel that while it works as a free mobile game, it falls short as a paid PC title, leading to mixed feelings about its value. Overall, players appreciate the absence of game-breaking power-ups and microtransactions, despite some concerns about its initial presentation.

    • “But there are no microtransactions, and the core puzzle solving is fun!”
    • “On a positive note, there are no microtransactions or game-breaking power-ups.”
    • “As a free mobile game with ads, it's fine, but as a paid PC game, it's boring as hell.”
    • “At first, it looked like a try-too-hard-to-be-cute mobile puzzler turned quick Steam port cash grab, and it is indeed a port, but oh was I wrong.”
    • “Advertising it as a 'math puzzler' is deeply misleading.”
  • replayability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's replayability is generally considered low, with a score of 3/10. While players may enjoy staying in the world with a favorite character, the lack of diverse replay options and the primary challenge of achieving three stars on each level contribute to a limited incentive for repeated play.

    • “Replay value with different characters doesn't really exist, but staying with one you like and immersing yourself in that world never gets old.”
    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
    • “Replay value on different characters doesn't really exist, but staying with one you like and staying in that world never gets old.”
    • “The replay value comes from trying to get 3 stars on every level, which, unless you're very clever, is going to be long and challenging.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized by a cute and colorful art style, complemented by a fitting soundtrack and sound effects that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate how the audio elements harmonize with the visual aesthetics to create an engaging environment.

    • “The soundtrack is nice to the ear and fits perfectly into the atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The art style is cute and colorful, and the music and sound effects complement the overall atmosphere beautifully.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game experiences significant stability issues, particularly with frequent freezing during startup when using the Discord overlay, which has frustrated some players. However, recent patches have addressed many bugs and glitches, leading to a generally enjoyable and fun gameplay experience once these issues are resolved.

    • “Aside from that and the app-like nature of Divide by Sheep, it's bug-free and very fun to play.”
    • “It has its flaws, including a forced feel to the story, a little linear at times, and only truly free and sandbox-like when you complete the game. This is most definitely the game I've had the most trouble launching, as it freezes a lot on startup with Discord overlay enabled.”
    • “Patched bugs and glitches that were a hindrance to the overall experience.”
  • optimization
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is a mobile port that is primarily optimized for touch controls, resulting in a subpar experience for mouse interactions, as it lacks a windowed mode. While mouse controls function adequately, they do not match the efficiency of the touch interface.

    • “It's a mobile port and, as such, poorly optimized for mouse interactions and offers no windowed mode.”
    • “The controls are clearly optimized for touch, but the mouse controls work reasonably well too.”
    • “Controls are optimized for touch.”
  • emotional
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express a strong emotional response to the game, feeling both challenged and occasionally frustrated, which highlights its ability to evoke deep feelings. However, some criticize the game's mobile origins, suggesting that the interface and controls detract from the overall experience.

    • “I am ashamed at how many times this game made me feel completely stupid. 9/10”
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Divide By Sheep is a casual puzzle game.

Divide By Sheep is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

On average players spend around 12 hours playing Divide By Sheep.

Divide By Sheep was released on July 2, 2015.

Divide By Sheep was developed by Denis Novikov.

Divide By Sheep has received mostly positive reviews from players and mostly positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.

Divide By Sheep is a single player game.

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