- Publisher: Panic Inc.
- Release Date: Aug 21, 2025
- Also On: PC, Switch, Xbox Series X
- Summary:
- Developer: Okomotive
- Genre(s): Adventure, Third-Person, 3D, Action Adventure, General
- # of players: No Online Multiplayer
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 3 out of 6
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Mixed: 3 out of 6
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Negative: 0 out of 6
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Aug 21, 2025Herdling's brisk walk through a wild world manages to charm from beginning to end, with just enough drama and beauty to make waving a makeshift cane at a horde of hairy beasts into an unforgettable journey.
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Aug 21, 2025Beautiful in every way, Herdling is a short and sweet adventure that will pull at your heartstrings.
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Aug 21, 2025Herdling is a game that takes its time and allows you to do the same. It is a quiet adventure, carried by atmosphere, empathy, and the joy of togetherness. Those who embark on it will experience an emotional journey that is both calming and touching. It is the kind of game that not only has an effect in the moment, but also lingers afterwards, like a gentle dream that remains in your memory even after you wake up.
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Aug 21, 2025A delightful sojourn in bleakly beautiful landscapes, that has you steering a herd of giant yak-like beasts while gently wrestling with controls that aren’t afraid to embrace the organic waywardness of your charges.
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Aug 27, 2025I like the idea of Herdling and for the most part it does work well, trotting along behind the beasts is wonderfully relaxing. The herding mechanism lets things down, as does the repetition of the dangers, especially when the game is only four hours long. One to play on a rainy Sunday afternoon.
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Aug 24, 2025Herdling is a charming and emotionally engaging game where players guide horned creatures through beautifully crafted landscapes, using simple mechanics and thoughtful design. While the journey is mostly delightful, minor technical issues and a somewhat familiar ending may leave seasoned fans of Okomotive’s previous titles wanting more.