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Slow Down, Bull

A cute and colorful game that oozes a childlike charm. While it won't be winning any awards, it is well-designed and an enjoyable game to play for some stress relief.
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58%Game Brain Score
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85% User Score Based on 13 reviews
Critic Score 64%Based on 6 reviews

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Slow Down, Bull is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Insomniac Games and was released on April 20, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from critics and positive reviews from players.

Slow Down, Bull is an action collecting game. Steer Esteban, a stressed-out overachieving bull, to collect as many crafty pieces as you can, but be careful! Every time you steer him, he gets a little more stressed out, and you DON'T want to stress him out!

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85%
Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews
gameplay5 positive mentions
music3 negative mentions
  • The game features a cute and colorful art style that appeals to a younger audience and provides a charming experience.
  • It offers simple and intuitive gameplay mechanics, making it accessible for players of all ages, while also providing a reasonable challenge.
  • Half of the proceeds go to charity, adding a feel-good factor to the purchase and supporting a good cause.
  • The game can become frustratingly challenging, with some levels requiring precise control that may lead to stress rather than relaxation.
  • The gameplay can feel repetitive and simplistic, which may not appeal to more hardcore gamers or those seeking depth.
  • Controls can be stiff and take time to get used to, which may hinder the overall experience for some players.
  • gameplay
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "Slow Down, Bull" is characterized by its simple mechanics and intuitive controls, making it accessible for players of all ages. While the game features an engaging and addictive collecting loop with charming visuals, its scoring system can be punishing, contrasting with its encouraging narrative. Overall, it offers a solid yet straightforward experience, enhanced by the introduction of various gameplay mechanics as players progress through different levels.

    • “The game itself is a nice casual game with an awesome art style, simple mechanics, and overall a neat experience.”
    • “Very enjoyable gameplay with simple, intuitive controls.”
    • “Slow Down, Bull surprised me a lot; while it may seem aimed at the younger generation by appearance, the gameplay itself is both decent and addictive.”
    • “Sadly, the gameplay of Slow Down, Bull feels disconnected from its narrative, creating a frustrating experience.”
    • “While its design is simple enough for anyone to understand in a minute, utilizing only two buttons and focusing on a straightforward collecting mechanic, its scoring system is far less lenient.”
    • “So much of Slow Down, Bull feels designed to be a game everyone can enjoy, with an encouraging message and easygoing gameplay loop, but despite how many times it told me it's okay that I'm not perfect, its scoring system definitely stated the opposite.”
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are characterized by a charming, simplistic art style that appeals to a younger audience, featuring cute characters and colorful visuals that enhance the overall experience. While the papercraft-like aesthetic is delightful, some reviewers noted that it could benefit from more varied backgrounds and improved execution. Overall, the graphics contribute to a peaceful and engaging atmosphere, aligning well with the game's themes and mechanics.

    • “The game itself is a nice casual game with an awesome art style, simple mechanics, and overall a neat experience.”
    • “Great (and very cute) art style and OST.”
    • “[good-natured and appealing themes, colorful, delightful art style].”
    • “The papercraft-like kindergarten art style fits it, but it could be executed way better than 5 different backgrounds on the floor and some popsicle sticks as walls.”
    • “It's nice to see money going to charity thanks to the purchase of the game, and while the game isn't going to rock the gaming world, it's a solid straightforward game with simple mechanics that uses its art style to stand out and create a peaceful world.”
    • “Art style and overall 'cute' narrative.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story effectively intertwines Esteban's narrative with the game design to evoke empathy, though it is described as simplistic and childish. It features clever gameplay mechanics, charming characters, and beautiful visuals, while addressing significant themes suitable for a younger audience.

    • “However, the way it uses Esteban's story in conjunction with the game design to inspire empathy is nothing short of fantastic.”
    • “[Clever gameplay mechanics, cute characters, gorgeous visuals, and a story that deals with great themes for a younger audience.]”
    • “The story is also a childish story.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the humor in the game to be a significant relief, often laughing off their mistakes even during challenging levels, which adds to the overall enjoyment and reduces frustration.

    • “Even on the tougher levels, I don't feel too frustrated since I usually just start laughing after I screw up.”
    • “The witty dialogue and hilarious character interactions kept me entertained throughout the game.”
    • “I love how the game uses humor to lighten the mood, even during intense moments.”
  • music
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is often criticized for being repetitive and lacking variety, contributing to a sense of monotony that can quickly become boring. Coupled with plain-looking stages, the overall experience can feel empty and frustrating for players.

    • “The music is repetitive and same-y, making the experience feel empty and dull.”
    • “The stages are plain looking, which contributes to the overall boredom of the game.”
    • “The music gets boring pretty fast, especially in a 4:3 aspect ratio.”
  • emotional
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players frequently experience intense emotional meltdowns, with unexpected events often triggering prolonged feelings of distress that can last for days.

    • “Emotional meltdowns were common, and anything unexpected usually sent me into a downward spiral that sometimes took days to crawl out of.”
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Slow Down, Bull is a casual puzzle game.

Slow Down, Bull is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

Slow Down, Bull was released on April 20, 2015.

Slow Down, Bull was developed by Insomniac Games.

Slow Down, Bull 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 music.

Slow Down, Bull is a single player game.

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