Abattoir: Cow Escape

I ran full force into a person and blew up them! What's not to love?!? 10/10

Abattoir: Cow Escape by Rory O’Brien and published by Buck50 Games is an unusual action game that builds its identity around a bizarre yet memorable premise. Set in a dystopian version of the near future, the game places players in control of a cow that refuses to accept its fate within an industrial meat system, turning what could have been a straightforward concept into something infused with dark humor and exaggerated rebellion. It immediately stands out because of this premise alone, setting expectations for a game that does not take itself too seriously while still delivering an active gameplay experience. The gameplay focuses on third-person action, with players navigating levels filled with enemies and hazards while completing objectives tied to survival and escape. Combat is direct and relatively simple, relying on movement, attacks, and occasional special abilities to deal with threats. Encounters tend to be fast and chaotic, with multiple enemies appearing at once, forcing players to stay constantly alert. The controls are easy to learn, making it accessible for newcomers, but the lack of deeper mechanics means that mastery comes more from familiarity than from skill pro…

Bought this think it was going to be an instant refund... actually kept me wanting to play the whole way through! Good to see something new from an indi dev

The cow on cow combat is crazy and creative, I'm a sucker for ragdoll. Every fight plays out differently coming across unique enemies on a range of difficulty levels keeps it fresh. The Colosseum map is easily my favourite. Cosmetics and the skill level system are a nice addition. There's way more depth to this game than you'd expect at first glance, and also a lot of heart with cheeky easter eggs littered around the levels. The music was creative and fun, had a lot of range, the third level track especially stood out to me as a banger. Give it a go!

Really enjoyed the gameplay and great sense of humour throughout the game. Really keen for some more maps!

Had a good time! Especially enjoyed the rodeo.