The Goatman

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The Goatman is a single player and multiplayer simulation game with a violence theme. It was developed by MC Games and was released on September 3, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The Goatman is an Online CO-OP hunting game. It all began on February 23, 2019 with a call for help from the Greenfield village. It was alleged that a mysterious creature like a half goat and half demon attacked people and animals. Upon this call, a military research team set out.

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Audience ScoreBased on 226 reviews

humor6 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game is a lot of fun, especially when played with friends, providing a good mix of humor and scares.
It has a unique concept with potential for exciting gameplay, particularly with the ability to set traps and strategize against the Goatman.
Many players appreciate the game's charm and simplicity, finding enjoyment in its chaotic and silly moments.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and poor optimization, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
There is a lack of content and updates, making the game feel abandoned and limiting its replayability.
The mechanics can be unbalanced, with issues like no respawning and the Goatman being more of a nuisance than a challenge.

graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users citing poor visuals reminiscent of outdated systems and significant performance issues, even on capable hardware. Players report low frame rates and glitches, particularly when adjusting settings, leading to a frustrating experience. While a few users noted decent graphics in certain contexts, the overall consensus is that the game's visual quality is subpar and in need of substantial improvement.
- “Great graphics, scary game, open world, full of secrets. I recommend it.”
- “I understand it is early release, but things like more advanced graphics options, such as motion blur, anti-aliasing, vertical sync, and more can help people run the game better and have a good looking game too rather than having presets.”
- “(Mind you, I played this on medium graphics).”
- “The game has the worst graphics imaginable and somehow I got low FPS while playing this, which I am very sure isn't from my PC since I have an RTX 3060 and an AMD Ryzen 5 5600H, both of which are good components.”
- “There are Atari 2600 games with better visuals.”
- “The worst part and what might set most people off is the graphics; I had to have the settings on very low at all times, and anytime I set it to another level it would freeze. This is a PC that can run Ark at high with no lag.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay has been criticized for its lack of engagement and poor mechanics, with users noting issues such as delayed animations, freezing characters, and ineffective shooting controls. While the game features decent graphics and runs smoothly at times, many find it lacking in dynamic content and overall enjoyment compared to similar titles.
- “I would rather recommend the game 'Bigfoot'; it's basically the same but with better graphics, more maps, and better/more dynamic gameplay.”
- “Runs ok, but gameplay is pretty much non-existent besides random encounters with the goatman and possessed animals.”
- “Doors animation is late, sometimes the character freezes and the shooting mechanic is very bad, like hello 21st century?”
- “It looks good and for the most part runs smoothly, but my gun sounds didn't work and played several minutes after I shot my gun. The game crashed a few times seemingly randomly while I was trying to play it, and the gameplay really isn't that engaging.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is plagued by numerous bugs and glitches, including delayed animations, character freezes, and sound issues, leading to a frustrating experience for some players. Despite these stability problems, many users still find enjoyment in the gameplay, especially given the low price point, indicating that while the game needs significant improvements, it has potential for fun.
- “The game is very buggy.”
- “The game is buggy; the shotgun has a delayed sound effect, and my friend can't even load the game, causing crashes. It's a waste of time and money.”
- “Like I said, good concept; my friends and I enjoy playing, but it definitely needs some work with the glitches, the map, the inability to revive friends, and the drone.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the humor in the game to be a standout feature, with many enjoying the absurdity of characters like Goatman and the silly situations that arise during gameplay. The combination of funny visuals and unexpected comedic moments contributes to a lighthearted atmosphere, making it a fun experience for friends playing together. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm that balances the game's scarier elements.
- “The game is great! My friend and I love it, and it's kind of funny because Goatman looks like a sex criminal.”
- “I made a YouTube video; my friend and I had fun playing it but spent most of the time laughing at the silly things happening in the game.”
- “Mishapen, malformed antlered creatures, mines that are only useful for griefing, and a boss that is hilarious and flies to your position (isn't scary at all).”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with players experiencing performance issues even on high-end hardware like the RTX 2080 Ti, including lag and crashes. Additionally, some users reported problems with audio and RAM usage, indicating that the game may not be well-optimized for multitasking or stable gameplay.
- “The performance, even on an RTX 2080 Ti, was a bit bad.”
- “Poor optimization.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is somewhat forgettable and requires players to seek out scattered pages to piece it together, which may not be engaging for everyone. However, it features a standout antagonist, the goatman, and is complemented by great action, making it a mixed experience overall.
- “It has a great story, fantastic action, and the best antagonist I have seen in years, the goatman.”
- “I also forgot the game has a story, which you can learn about if you read pages scattered throughout the map, although it isn't really interesting to learn about.”
- “The narrative feels disjointed and fails to engage the player, making it easy to overlook.”
- “The story lacks depth and fails to provide any meaningful context to the gameplay.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is considered limited, with some users noting a lack of incentive to replay despite the availability of single-player and co-op modes. Future updates may introduce new content, such as playing as the goatman, but currently, many feel it lacks sufficient replay value to justify a full purchase.
- “A generally good game; replayability may be a problem, but you can play both singleplayer and co-op. In future updates, you will be able to play as the Goatman. I think it's worth the money, but you should just wishlist it and get it when it's on sale or fully released.”
- “Zero replay value.”
- “The game feels like a one-and-done experience with no incentive to return.”
- “Once you've completed it, there's little reason to play again.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is highly praised, with users describing it as exceptional and engaging.
- “The music is fantastic and really enhances the overall experience.”
- “The soundtrack is incredibly catchy and keeps you engaged.”
- “The music perfectly complements the gameplay, making every moment more immersive.”