The Shepherd: Black Sheep
Release date: Oct 25, 2024
Developers: Bandaloop Games GmbH
Publishers: Bandaloop Games GmbH
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG
Categories: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
Supported languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese

Become a shepherd with your trusty dog in the alps! Matthias , a young shepherd in a rural Austrian town, embarks on a new journey with his loyal canine friend, Rocky . They face the challenges of shepherding: training the sheepdogs, herding the sheep, and defending them from wolves. On his journey, Matthias forms new friendships, rekindles old relationships, and even comes across a few rivals. However, he knows Rocky, his trusted friend, stands beside him in every situation, ready to lend a paw. The bond between Matthias and his animal companions forms the heart of this fun role-playing adventure that offers players a chance to experience the beauty of rural life in the Alps and the adventures that come along with it. Train and play with your dog(s) to make them the best girls and boys! They learn by the way you treat them, making training as realistic as possible. Sophisticated Dog-AI, trained on your level of care and commitment Make profit on your farm by breeding animals Compete in Dog and Herding Shows to win the coveted grand prize (during Early Access) Unlock new dog breeds and customize them with accessories (during Early Access) Direct your dog to herd the sheep with an all new herding behavior. The better your companion is trained, the better the sheep follow. A branching interactive dialogue system as well as a reputation system with every person in town help bring the narrative adventure to life. Some events will only unfold with a person that likes you - others with people who don't. Branching Dialogue Fun side stories with the townsfolk based on your reputation Fully voiced in English and German With a special exploration system you can hike the Austrian Alps and uncover the minor and major legends, like the Mystery of the Black Sheep . Interactive exploration to find gifts and more Hiking system requiring supplies and tools Tied to the story Need a break from reality? A vacation in the mountains? The Shepherd: Black Sheep is designed from the ground up to be a relaxing and cozy experience.