The announcement of Goat Simulator 3 during the Summer Game Fest shocked even the fans of the original game. That's not just because Goat Simulator 2 doesn't even exist, but also that developer Coffee Stain had somehow managed to elevate the mayhem of the original game. Coffee Stain also confirmed that Goat Simulator 3 was surprisingly far along in development. It's so far along, in fact, that the team is now ready to announce Goat Simulator 3's release date.
When originally announced, Coffee Stain confirmed that Goat Simulator 3 would arrive in late 2022. Via the latest Goat Simulator 3 trailer, the open-world action-sim is now confirmed to be arriving on November 17. As previously announced, Goat Simulator 3 will launch on PC via the Epic Games Store, as well as next-gen consoles including the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
The new trailer for Goat Simulator 3 doesn't exactly reveal anything new about the odd game. However, it is as hilarious as it is unsettling. The trailer revolves around a large number of goats falling out of the sky and an unhealthy amount of closeups of the goats' udders. These goats then fall on the people living in Goat Simulator 3's island setting, each entirely unaware of what's coming. In that regard, the trailer is a clear message (or threat) to Goat Simulator fans. Watch the skies, because Goat Simulator 3 is on its way.
With the announcement of Goat Simulator 3's release date, Coffee Stain has also opened up the opportunity to pre-purchase or pre-order the game on supported platforms. Because of course Coffee Stain would, those who pre-order the game will get a free in-game "Pre-Udder," which Coffee Stain says is "exactly what you think it is." The udders in the trailer should make clear exactly what players can expect with their pre-order.
The option to pre-purchase a Digital Downgrade Edition of Goat Simulator 3 is also available. It's packed with what Coffee Stain describes as "random goat garbage," but what's better described as DLC including a variety of remastered cosmetics and content from the original Goat Simulator. The DLC includes various Payday masks, MMO tank armor, a space helmet and suit, and also 3D printing files for Pilgor the goat, Tony Shark, Goat Tower, and Trinket. The Digital Downgrade Edition costs $39.99, $10 more than the standard edition.
Today's release date announcement for Goat Simulator 3 comes with little to no build-up. The game's Twitter account has shared only a few silly TikTok videos since the Summer Game Fest. The Coffee Stain YouTube channel has no other trailers. Luckily, those interested in pre-ordering Goat Simulator 3 likely already know what they want. Coffee Stain can spend the next several months persuading everyone else that Goat Simulator 3 is in their best interest to acquire.
Goat Simulator 3 releases on November 17 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.