Happy Sheepies
- July 8, 2024
- Berker Games
- 14h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Happy Sheepies," a farming simulation game, you'll nurture and breed sheep, harvest crops to feed them, and craft products to sell for profit. With over 75 quests, 150 craftable items, and a promise of 10+ hours of gameplay, this relaxing game offers plenty of content for those looking to build a th business. Meet the needs of your flock every 3 days as they multiply and your business grows.
Reviews
- The game features charming graphics and sound design, creating an adorable and relaxing atmosphere.
- Gameplay is engaging and addictive, with a satisfying progression system that keeps players invested.
- The developers are responsive and helpful, addressing player concerns and continuously working on updates.
- The game can become overly grindy and repetitive, requiring excessive micromanagement without sufficient automation options.
- Progression is linear and restrictive, often forcing players to follow specific quests that limit creativity and exploration.
- Mandatory sheep butchering for progression can be off-putting for players who become attached to their sheep.
- gameplay19 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and offers depth, keeping players constantly involved, though it can become grindy and tedious over time due to repetitive mechanics and insufficient automation features. While some players find the gameplay loop addictive, others criticize it for being overly reliant on time-wasting mechanics and for a lack of meaningful exploration, leading to frustration with the quest structure and pricing. Overall, the experience is mixed, with enjoyment stemming from the cozy elements and attachment to characters, but marred by issues that detract from the overall enjoyment.
“The game has enough depth and things going on at one time to keep you constantly engaged (and perhaps stressed!) with the gameplay.”
“If you are anything like me, this kind of gameplay is really enjoyable.”
“Very fun and addicting gameplay loop.”
“Unfortunately, the gameplay becomes too grindy over time, and the automation features aren't sufficient to alleviate the constant clicking and dragging.”
“The 'quests' are just a skinner box mechanic that artificially delay progression and force grind.”
“The gameplay here feels much more tedious than Stacklands, and on top of this, this developer asks nearly double the price of Stacklands right now!”
- grinding18 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 6 % neutral mentions
- 89 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it relaxing and enjoyable, while others criticize it for becoming overly tedious and repetitive. Many users note that the gameplay can feel excessively grindy, requiring significant time investment for minimal reward, and express frustration with the lack of automation and variety. Despite these criticisms, some players appreciate the grind as a way to unwind, though they acknowledge it may not appeal to everyone.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“Unfortunately, the gameplay becomes too grindy over time, and the automation features aren't sufficient to alleviate the constant clicking and dragging.”
“It sure is fun for the first couple of hours, but it gets repetitive and grindy real fast.”
“There's no challenge, no strategy, no randomness, just grinding the exact same actions over and over and over.”
- story15 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal, primarily consisting of linear quests that feel more like a tutorial than a substantial narrative experience. Players have noted a lack of engaging side quests and an unsatisfying endgame, leading to a sense of repetitiveness after completing the main objectives. Overall, the quest system is seen as underdeveloped, impacting the overall enjoyment of the game's story.
“The quests are linear, which allows for deviation to save up money for upgrades before continuing if one wishes to do so.”
“However, due to how the quests work, it really just feels like a 5ish hour long tutorial.”
“At the current time of this review (8/21/24), I've finished the quests in the list and unlocked everything available (save for nametags, which aren't available yet). I was able to complete the game in just under 8 hours, but I spread it out over a few days.”
“An endgame hasn't really been established; once all of the quests have been completed, there isn't much else to do besides start again and do things faster, maybe.”
“However, due to how the quests work, it really just feels like a 5-hour long tutorial.”
- graphics14 mentions
- 21 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and cute aesthetics, which enhance the overall experience and resonate well with players' preferences. Many users appreciate the art style and sound design, noting that it creates a wholesome and engaging atmosphere. However, some criticism arises regarding the game's visual elements being perceived as derivative of another title, raising concerns about originality.
“Fun little casual management game with cute aesthetics.”
“The art style is charming, and it seemed like exactly the kind of game I’d love.”
“I've been waiting for it for a long time and I've missed a lot those cute sheepies, wholesome sounds, and adorable graphics, and I'm glad I can finally play it again in an improved version.”
“I suspected it when I saw the trailer, but the music, sounds, and graphics are all copies of Stacklands.”
“The only difference here is that instead of cards, it's more graphics and no stacking.”
“It is okay to be inspired by another game, but the graphics, sounds, everything is copied.”
- music6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its fit with the game's aesthetics and overall vibe. While some noted that the looping can be repetitive, it can be turned off, and many suggested that adding variations could enhance the experience further. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's relaxed atmosphere and aligns well with players' preferences.
“The music is great, the animations, the colors, everything.”
“From the music to the aesthetics of the game, it just really fits my personality and what I like in games.”
“Relaxed game with nice music.”
“I suspected it when I saw the trailer, but the music, sounds, and graphics are all copies of Stacklands.”
“The music looping isn't a deal-breaker, and can be turned off if one wishes.”
- emotional4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by its cozy and heartwarming qualities, appealing to players who enjoy adorable graphics and wholesome experiences. However, some users express frustration with the grindy gameplay, which detracts from their enjoyment and emotional connection, leaving them feeling disappointed despite the game's charm. Overall, while the game evokes nostalgia and cuteness, it also presents challenges that can hinder a fulfilling emotional experience.
“If you love cozy, heartwarming, adorable games, then this one is for you.”
“I've been waiting for it for a long time and I've missed those cute sheepies, wholesome sounds, and adorable graphics, and I'm glad I can finally play it again in an improved version.”
“It is very cute and very wholesome, but good gosh, I just wanted a nice fun time with my little sheepies, not to play the unrighteous hand of God.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is criticized for its lack of replayability, with users noting its short length and linear gameplay, which offer little incentive to replay beyond improving performance. Overall, many reviewers do not recommend it due to the minimal replay value, especially at its price point.
“Too short, too linear, no replayability = can't recommend it for a price of 12€.”
“Not sure if there is any replayability aside from just doing things better.”
“For how short the content of the game is, the replayability is little to none as it will be the exact same on your next playthrough.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere is characterized by a cool and relaxed vibe, reminiscent of a laid-back farming environment.
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, with a chill farmer vibe that makes you feel right at home.”
“The game creates a cool atmosphere that perfectly captures the essence of rural life.”
“There's a unique and relaxing atmosphere that draws you in and keeps you engaged.”
