Herdling

Finding Family in the Wilderness

A gentle journey of trust and survival.

Herdling is a meditative adventure from Okomotive (creators of FAR: Lone Sails and FAR: Changing Tides) and publisher Panic (Firewatch). Released on August 21, 2025, it invites players to guide a herd of curious, antlered creatures called Calicorns through a vast alpine landscape — a wordless tale told entirely through movement, care, and intuition.

Official Trailer

Let’s Play: Watch the Journey

Here’s a heartfelt Let’s Play that captures both the charm and quiet tension of the game:

The Kailyn + Eric reactions mix awe and gently nervous wonder—perfect for showcasing how Herdling balances beauty with subtle stakes.

What the Critics Are Saying

Critics have praised Herdling for its quiet power and emotional depth:

• GamesRadar+ called it “a serene, emotionally resonant adventure” where trust and companionship carry the story.
• PC Gamer noted its “peaceful pacing and minimalist interactivity” that create immersion and emotional resonance.
• Financial Times described it as “a gentle game of patience and beauty”, proving that dialogue isn’t required to deliver a moving narrative.

What Steam Players Are Saying

On Steam, Herdling earns a Very Positive rating — 95% positive from roughly 260 reviews. Here are a few voices from the herd:

“This was truly a gem… I grew to care for my Calicorns throughout the playthrough.”
— algorithminflux, 3.8 hrs on record; mentions enabling the Accessibility “Calicorn Immortality” setting to ease tense moments Diario AS+14Steam Community+14PC Gamer+14

“The beasts are really cute and fluffy! … I love them so much. Great game, highly recommend it!”
— PhafouDérape, 5.0 hrs on record—capturing the charm and emotional attachment the game inspires Steam Community

“If you like Abzu, Journey… this game is a wonderful mix of those two parts… you can even pet them, feed them, dress them… I’m gonna need plushies or stickers.”
— Emoonya (Steam Community)

These spotlight players’ connection to the experience—brevity doesn’t hinder its emotional depth.

Why It Stands Out

• You guide, protect, and bond with your herd as they traverse foggy forests, snowy plateaus, and forgotten valleys.
• The game tells a wordless story, leaving interpretation to the player, but never short on atmosphere or meaning.
• Its minimalist design focuses not on combat or puzzles, but on companionship, trust, and survival.
• With a runtime of just a few hours, Herdling aims to linger in memory long after the credits roll.

Final Thoughts

Herdling blends the tenderness of a walking sim with the quiet tension of survival, all framed by a stunning alpine backdrop. It’s short, poignant, and utterly unique — a game about finding family in unexpected places.

Available now on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch, and included day-one on Game Pass.

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Guide a herd of mysterious creatures on a stirring and beautiful journey into the mountains… and beyond.

Released: Aug 21, 2025

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Price: $24.99

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