Goat Simulator Remastered Review: Is the Fun Worth the Bugs? A Look at Couch Co-Op Chaos!

I recently bought the original Goat Simulator on sale. I had heard that it was originally just a prototype, and I was surprised by how much fun the game was. I remember being quickly drawn to the playability, humor and unpredictability, and after enjoying both the original and Goat Simulator 3, I was excited to try Goat Simulator Remastered. On the other hand, I immediately thought how interesting it would be to play this game again, considering the lack of story and structure that characterizes the series. And is this remaster even necessary, when there is also Goat Simulator 3?

Regarding my first question: Goat Simulator Remastered appears to be a copy of Goat Simulator, but redone in the Goat Simulator 3 engine. You play as a goat in a sandbox environment, free to roam and causing as much trouble as possible. Whether you’re smashing pedestrians, kicking random objects, or licking things just to see what happens, the game is intentionally random and open-ended. There are no real goals other than dealing damage, which can be attractive if you’re in the right frame of mind. Visually, the game has been updated to match Goat Simulator 3 standards, and while the improved graphics are nice, I don’t think they do much to change the experience.

There are several worlds in the remaster and I was curious to explore them, especially the expansions that I had missed in the original game. For example, there is an RPG-like medieval area, a space station with starships, and a zombie survival area with a very large city to explore. The humor and absurdity are still present and I enjoyed finding new jokes and quirks in the DLC areas. However, when I revisited the original two maps, I quickly lost interest, as I had experienced most of what they had to offer, and without new content or updates, no they held my attention for a long time.

Here’s a hint:

As with the other Goat Simulator games, one of the highlights of Goat Simulator Remastered for me is the couch co-op mode. Being able to play with up to four people makes the game much more fun, as the chaotic gameplay becomes even more fun when shared with friends. We had a lot of laughs at the references to other games and silly situations in general, and this multiplayer aspect really brings out the best in the game. I also think the game is attractive if you want to play with children. The simple mechanics and lack of high stakes make it accessible and easy for young players to enjoy. The game just shines in a group context, and the casual fun will feel fresh for longer.

Unfortunately, the many bugs that were part of the original Goat Simulator are still there in the remaster. I was looking forward to a smoother experience than the original, but the more I played, the harder it got. My goat often got stuck in random places and especially in debris and fast. Once my friend and I were caught in a wooden pallet that was moving inside the space, which is difficult, although it is always possible to just respawn. I also noticed that objects in the game, such as food stalls or fences in zombie mode, will often collapse randomly, leaving you trapped. I feel that when you do a remaster, you should at least try to find out about such bugs that hinder basic gameplay.

Here’s a hint:

When I played the original Goat Simulator, the rough edges were forgotten. Knowing that it had started as a small project for a developer competition made the quirks feel appealing rather than difficult. But now, with Goat Simulator Remastered, I feel that the charm does not hold so well. Without a story or important updates, the randomness feels more repetitive and I got bored faster than I expected. The more I played, the more I got the feeling that I would rather play Goat Simulator 3 again. In that game, at least the fun and mayhem has some sort of structure, and the jokes feel like they have more depth.

In conclusion, I think Goat Simulator Remastered can still be a fun introduction to the series for newcomers. It’s a great choice for couch co-op, where the silly gameplay and mayhem promise plenty of laughs. If you are looking for an unusual party game for friends or children, it is easy to recommend in these situations. But for returning players or if you’re looking for something to play on your own, I don’t think there’s enough here to make the remaster worth buying. The lack of story and buggy gameplay mean you’d be better off spending your money elsewhere, even on Goat Simulator 3, which seems like a more sensible purchase as it offers the same fun but in a much more complete package.