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Goat Simulator

PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Linux • 2014

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Quick resume

Goat Simulator is the latest in high-tech Goat Simulation technology.

Global score

91/100

Genres

Casual, Indie, Simulator, Adventure, Arcade

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    Pros

    • Humorous and absurd gameplay
    • Open world with many secrets and easter eggs
    • Frequent updates and dlcs
    • Local multiplayer co-op
    • High replayability and achievement hunting

    Cons

    • Lack of meaningful story or objectives
    • Game can get repetitive over time
    • Numerous intentional bugs and glitches
    • Limited multiplayer to local or bot-based mmo
    • Some performance and optimization issues

    Motivations

    • Autonomy

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    • Competence

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      "Gameplay is simple and accessible with light puzzles and stealth, providing some skill challenge but mostly easy and predictable tasks."

      Capsule for Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley

      "The game involves simple controls and light skill, with some achievements requiring more effort, but overall gameplay is casual and accessible."

    • Competition

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      -3

      "Focus is mostly on personal progression and experimentation; multiplayer is local coop with no online matchmaking, and no strong emphasis on player-vs-player competition."

      Capsule for Ghostlore Ghostlore

      "Focus is on personal fun and exploration rather than competing against others; multiplayer is local co-op or simulated MMO with bots."

    • Continuation

      Game with the same Continuation vibe

      3

      "Players report spending many hours and multiple playthroughs, with achievement hunting and exploration encouraging habitual play."

      Capsule for MareQuest MareQuest

      "Many players report spending dozens or hundreds of hours due to humor, exploration, and achievement hunting, indicating habitual engagement."

    • Cooperation

      Game with the same Cooperation vibe

      2

      "Supports local co-op for up to four players, though no online multiplayer; cooperation is limited but present."

      Capsule for Crimsonland Crimsonland

      "Supports local multiplayer co-op for up to 4 players, allowing cooperative chaos, though main gameplay is solo."

    • Creativity

      Game with the same Creativity vibe

      4

      "Players can combine mutators freely and experiment with different combinations and chaos."

      Capsule for Goat Simulator: Remastered Goat Simulator: Remastered

      "Players can experiment with mutators, mods, and various interactions to create unique chaotic scenarios."

    • Domination

      Game with the same Domination vibe

      -4

      "Interactions are chaotic and humorous with mutual frustration rather than exerting control or superiority."

      Capsule for Backseat Drivers Backseat Drivers

      "Interactions are humorous and chaotic rather than about exerting control or superiority over others."

    • Escapism

      Game with the same Escapism vibe

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      "Many reviews describe the game as a fun distraction and stress relief, helping players cope with real-life difficulties."

      Capsule for Penguins Arena: Sedna's World Penguins Arena: Sedna's World

      "Many reviews mention using the game as a stress relief and distraction from real-life problems."

    • Expectation

      Game with the same Expectation vibe

      -4

      "Players engage voluntarily for fun and relaxation without obligation or pressure."

      Capsule for DAVE THE DIVER DAVE THE DIVER

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    • Experimenting

      Game with the same Experimenting vibe

      5

      "Game encourages trying new things, modding, exploring physics, and testing limits."

      Capsule for BONELAB BONELAB

      "The game encourages trying new things, exploring bugs, physics glitches, and different mutators."

    • Exploration

      Game with the same Exploration vibe

      4

      "Large open world with many hidden areas, secrets, and collectibles encourages curiosity-driven exploration."

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      "Open worlds with many secrets, easter eggs, and hidden achievements encourage curiosity-driven exploration."

    • Expression

      Game with the same Expression vibe

      3

      "Goat customization with unlockable skins and costumes supports player self-expression."

      Capsule for GOAT OF DUTY GOAT OF DUTY

      "Customization through mutators and workshop mods allows players to express themselves via goat forms and gameplay style."

    • Fantasy

      Game with the same Fantasy vibe

      5

      "Highly imaginative and absurd scenarios with impossible goat physics and humorous fiction."

      Capsule for Goat Simulator: Remastered Goat Simulator: Remastered

      "Highly imaginative and absurd scenarios with supernatural goat forms and physics-defying antics."

    • Fellowship

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      "Some social interaction through local co-op, but mostly individual play experiences."

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      "Some social interaction through local co-op and MMO parody mode, but mostly individual play."

    • Growth

      Game with the same Growth vibe

      2

      "Players unlock new abilities and progress through levels, learning to master controls and secrets."

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      "Players learn to master controls, discover secrets, and complete achievements, offering some personal development."

    • Health

      Game with the same Health vibe

      -5

      "Purely sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

      Capsule for Thunder Wolves Thunder Wolves

      "Purely sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

    • Idle

      Game with the same Idle vibe

      -3

      "Requires active engagement and attention; not a background or idle game."

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      "Requires active engagement and attention; not a background or idle game."

    • Intimacy

      Game with the same Intimacy vibe

      -4

      "Social interactions are light and surface-level, focused on humor rather than emotional connection."

      Capsule for Just Crow Things Just Crow Things

      "Social interactions are superficial and humorous rather than emotionally close or intimate."

    • Leadership

      Game with the same Leadership vibe

      -5

      "No leadership or management roles; gameplay is individual or cooperative without hierarchy."

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      "No leadership or management roles; gameplay is individual or cooperative without hierarchy."

    • Progression

      Game with the same Progression vibe

      2

      "Players collect weapons and unlock achievements, providing some sense of progression."

      Capsule for STORM AREA 51: AYY LMAO EDITION STORM AREA 51: AYY LMAO EDITION

      "Players collect achievements, unlock mutators and goat forms, providing a sense of progression."

    • Relaxation

      Game with the same Relaxation vibe

      3

      "Players find the game relaxing and enjoyable, with a balance of challenge and humor."

      Capsule for Glorkian Warrior: The Trials Of Glork Glorkian Warrior: The Trials Of Glork

      "Many players find the game relaxing and a good way to unwind through humor and silly gameplay."

    • Sensation

      Game with the same Sensation vibe

      3

      "The game offers sensory stimulation through colorful graphics, humorous sound effects, and dynamic gameplay."

      Capsule for Rage Wars Rage Wars

      "The game provides sensory fun through chaotic physics, humorous sounds, and visual absurdity."

    • Status

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      -4

      "Achievements and multiplayer recognition are minimal; focus is on personal experience rather than social status."

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      "Achievements and multiplayer are low-key; the game does not emphasize social status or recognition."

    • Story

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      -5

      "No narrative or plot; gameplay is context-free and sandbox style."

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      "No meaningful story or narrative; gameplay is context-free and focused on sandbox chaos."

    • Strategy

      Game with the same Strategy vibe

      -3

      "Gameplay is straightforward with minimal planning or problem solving required."

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    • Thrill

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      2

      "Some thrill from chaotic physics and unexpected bugs, but mostly lighthearted fun."

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      "Some thrill from unpredictable physics and explosive chaos, but overall lighthearted and comedic."

    • Value

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      4

      "Highly praised for good value, especially at discounted prices, providing hours of entertainment."

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      "Highly praised for value, especially at discounted prices, offering many hours of entertainment."

    • Violence

      Game with the same Violence vibe

      3

      "Enjoyment of combat and destruction is central, with shooting, explosions, and chaotic goat battles."

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      "Enjoyment of destruction and chaos is central, including explosions and mayhem caused by the goat."

    • Survival

      Game with the same Survival vibe

      -5

      "No survival mechanics or threats; no failure states or resource management."

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      "No survival mechanics; the goat cannot die and there are no threats or resource management."

    Analysis

    Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Intimacy, Survival, Violence, Competition. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story, Intimacy.

    How to use the graph
    Similar games map

    Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Motivations” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

    • Larger dot with a light outline: the game you are viewing.
    • Colour: groups of games with comparable motivation patterns (statistical clusters).
    • Hover a dot to see the game name; click to open its page.
    • Scroll or double-click the chart to zoom out and see more games.

    Why don’t the axes read like a score? This view uses t-SNE: it only keeps who is close to whom. The scales are not “good to bad” or hours played—they separate groups on the map. Read distance between dots, not the axis numbers.

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    Last update: 30/04/2026