Australian developer House House recently shared an untitled goose game that allows players to take on the role of a "horrible goose" that is pestering a gardener who is simply trying to go about his daily tasks. In a short video released by the developer, the goose can be seen stealing objects and running around with them, taunting the gardener and dropping perfectly prepared sandwiches into the water.
Beyond giving gamers a kick out of pestering others, the gameplay challenges players to be stealthy, solve puzzles and more.
Although the game is not yet currently available for play, the untitled goose game from the developer of 'Push Me Pull You' is set for a release in 2018.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Annoying Simulation Games
- Developing simulation games that focus on creating chaos and annoyance towards characters may become a popular genre in the gaming industry.
- Playable Villain Characters
- Designing games that allow players to take on the role of a non-traditional protagonist such as a horrible goose could be a trend in the video gaming industry in 2018 and beyond.
- Humorous Puzzle Games
- Creating puzzle games that incorporate humor and mischief could be a new trend in the gaming industry targeting players who enjoy light-hearted gameplay.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Video Gaming Industry
- The video gaming industry has an opportunity to invest in creating more unique gaming experiences and characters that appeal to a wider audience.
- Simulation Game Development
- There is a potential for game developers to create new types of simulation games that incorporate humor and causing chaos in an entertaining way.
- Puzzle Game Development
- Developing puzzle games that mix humor and mischief with traditional puzzle-solving gameplay has potential to attract gamers looking for new and fun challenges.
