Goat Simulator app review: a wacky game designed to make you laugh

Introduction

Goat Simulator is a role-playing game that offers you the chance to assume the role of a marauding goat. It is a silly game specifically designed to elicit laughter and a few chuckles. The app parodies the explosion of mobile simulation games that came out in the market over the last few years. Designed by Coffee Stain Studios, the app is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

The best April Fools' Day apps for iPhone and iPad

Create Mayhem and Chaos with Goat Simulator

According to its developer, Goat Simulator is a totally stupid game full of bugs and silliness. Well, that’s pretty accurate because this game throws seriousness out of the window so you can have a good time as a goat who wreaks everything in his path.

Best iphone and ipad apps

When you start the app, you will immediately assume the role of a goat dropped in the middle of an imaginary neighborhood. You can move the goat using the virtual joystick located at the left corner of the screen. The view finder control is located at the right side of the screen together with special buttons for jumping, licking, head-butting, power-ups, and for performing other tricks.

Your goat can roam around freely around the neighborhood to discover hidden corners, paths, and occasional power-ups. The best thing about this game is that you are allowed to do anything you want. Your goat can wreck bushes, fences, doors, and practically everything.

You can engage in a head-butt challenge against fellow goats or hit people with your powerful horns. You can even hit cars, fly around using a jetpack, blow up a gas station, and create absolute mayhem in the neighborhood.

The more you destroy, the more points and achievements you receive. You can use these achievements to increase your power-ups and unlock more features. 

Features of Goat Simulator

Goat Simulator offers an easy to use virtual joystick and control pad. The game is easy to play with practically zero learning curve. All you need to do is to destroy things and scare people away to get your points.

The game interface is simple with beautifully designed 3D elements. Gameplay is smooth and responsive but the sound effects need more improvement.

Goat Simulator offers hours of entertainment especially if you are fond of wreaking havoc in a virtual environment. The app allows you to do anything. In fact, the game has one simple rule: create chaos.

One of the best features of this game is the power-up tool. You can increase your power by collecting achievements and points. As you collect more points, you will be able to use more tools such as the jetpack, mutators, and many more. 

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Easy to use with simple control mechanics
• Impressive game visuals using 3D elements
• Wacky tools and power-ups
• No game rules; just play and do anything with your goat
• Allows you to collect achievements

Cons

• Background music fades out during the game

Final Thoughts

Goat Simulator is one of the silliest games in the App Store. It is a wacky game with no rules and fixed objectives. Just destroy anything and you will get your points and rewards. This is a recommended game for those who just want to pass the time.