- Summer Update: Star Edition Arrives in Sheepherds! - 25 June 2026
Dear Shepherds,It’s been a while, and we’re so happy to finally share our brand-new Key Art with you!And with the Summer Sale here, Sheepherds! is also getting a big update full of new gameplay, new dogs, new achievements, plus lots of improvements and fixes.There’s never been a busier time on the pasture!🥳 What’s New:Star Edition! A brand-new way to play that brings even more fun to every map.Meet new animal friends with their own gameplay twists, including energetic goats, loving llamas, and magical unicorns.Take on fresh challenges designed for players who already know Classic Mode well.Unlock new Steam achievements tied to this mode.Star Mode unlocks after the credits on any map you’ve already completed in Classic Mode.6 new dog breeds inspired by your Discord requests: Rough Collie, Sheltie, Australian Shepherd, Samoyed, Borzoi, and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.A new cat breed in…
- Sheepherds! is part of the Steam Spring Sale🌸 - 19 March 2026
Hey shepherds,Spring is here, and it's the perfect time to gather your pups and enjoy some cozy moments together!As part of the Steam Spring Sale, Sheepherds! will be available at 20% off.⏰Time: March 19 – March 26 (10 AM PT)🐏 Even More Ways to SaveGrab the Base Game + DLC bundle to enjoy an even better deal:We’ve also teamed up with Organized Inside for a special bundle. Perfect for fans of relaxing, cozy game experiences:Thank you so much for your continued support ❤️Whether you're herding solo or barking with friends and family, we hope Sheepherds! brings cozy joy to you all!Happy gaming✨Ultimo Disco
- 🌼Sheepherds! joins Wholesome Underdogs showcase - 9 March 2026
Hey shepherds,We're excited to share that Sheepherds! is part of Wholesome Dogs, a celebration of small-team cozy games that deserve more love.🗓️ Event Date: March 9 – 16🎁 Discount: 20% off during the eventSpring is almost here. The grass is getting greener, the air warmer — perfect season for cozy games.If you enjoy cozy co-op games, grab your loved ones, and come herd some sheep with us!🐶🐑💬 Join our Discord to meet other fellow shepherds ^^Happy sheepherding,Ultimo Disco
- Sheepherds! Better Together Update is Live💘 - 12 February 2026
Hey, shepherds! 💓Our Valentine's Special Update is now live! Whether you're playing solo or with someone special, this patch adds more charm, flexibility, and polish to your herding adventure.In this update, you'll find:🥳New content added:⭐ 3 brand-new costumes to celebrate love and playing together!⭐ New co-op option: play locally with keyboard/mouse and one controller. This option is accessible via the settings menu. ⭐ Colorblind assistance options, with dedicated icons for colored elements (toggle via info layer or always on)Save management screen with multiple save slots, deletion options, and completion info2D credits screen accessible directly from the main menuShadow quality setting🔧 Fixes:GPU performance improvements (up to +10–20 FPS on Steam Deck)Missing French localization stringsMissing input hints for the Switch Pro Controller📝 Improvements:Reorganized settings screen w…
- Merry Christmas from Sheepherds! - 24 December 2025
Hey shepherds,As the year winds down and the holidays are here, we just wanted to take a moment to wish you all a very Merry Christmas 🎄Whether you're spending the holidays with family, friends, pets, or enjoying some well-earned quiet time, we hope these days are filled with warmth, laughter and rest. Thank you for being part of our community and for sharing so many lovely moments with us in 2025 :DStay cozy, enjoy the holidays, and see you back on the pasture again soon. 🐶🐑With love,Ultimo Disco
- Sheepherds! is part of the Steam Winter Sale🎄 - 18 December 2025
Hey shepherds,Winter is here, and it’s the perfect time to gather your pups and enjoy some cozy moments together!As part of the Steam Winter Sale, Sheepherds! will be available at 20% off.⏰Time: December 18 – January 5 (10 AM PT)If you pick up the game now, you’ll immediately get to experience our latest Winter Update content, made to bring extra warmth and cheer to your herding adventures!🐏 Even More Ways to SaveGrab the Base Game + DLC bundle to enjoy an even better deal:We’ve also teamed up with Organized Inside for a special bundle. Perfect for fans of relaxing, cozy game experiences:Thank you so much for your continued support ❤️Whether you're herding solo or barking with friends and family, we hope Sheepherds! brings cozy joy to you this winter!Wishing you a warm and wonderful holiday season🎄✨Merry Christmas,Ultimo Disco
- Sheepherds! Winter Update - 17 December 2025
Happy holidays, shepherds! 🎄Our Winter Update is live now, bringing festive vibes and fresh content to Sheepherds! — just in time for the season.In this update, you’ll find:❄️New content:Two new winter levels: The Pond and Eerie journeyTwo new winter costumes: Little Elf and Snow BattleThree new black fur options (Labrador, German Shepherd, Poodle)In an online game, display Steam usernames for each player when starting a level and in the lobbyAbility to (partially) rotate the dogs in the lobby🐶🔧 Fixes:Players in the lobby could end up in the same spot by mashing buttons“Ready” button was sometimes not working when disconnecting gamepadsWool fest photospot was hidden but active since the startVarious UI issuesVarious collision issues (Frozen Canyon, Autumn Lake, Firefly Glade)Various localization issues📝 Improvements:The sheep entering the hub’s training shed now display like the oth…
- Sheepherds! Patch 1 Update & Happy thanksgiving! - 27 November 2025
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! ✨First, let us start by thanking you all for the amazing feedback you’ve given us during the last 10 days, and for the incredible 96% positive reviews score 💖We’re a tiny team, so every story, funny screenshot, or picture of your dog goes straight to our heart and makes all the hard work worth it!It’s a really special feeling for us to see our humble game in your hands and read about how it connected with you, your friends, your significant others, and your families.In the spirit of the holiday and to show our gratitude to everyone that is supporting us at the start of this journey, we decide to keep offering the "Supporter Pack" DLC for one more week than anticipated. You now have until December 1st to get 4 cute outfits and an even cuter piglet for free when you get the base game on Steam☺️In addition to reading all your feedback, we have been hard at wor…
- 🎦Mark your calendar: join our dev livestreams on Twitch - 26 November 2025
Hey Shepherds,We're hosting two special livestream sessions on Twitch soon! Come hang out with us, watch the creation process behind new maps, and drop your suggestions in real time👉 https://www.twitch.tv/ultimodisco🎨Dev Stream #1 — Map Design From Scratch📅Date: Wednesday, Nov 26⏰Time: Starts at 18:00 (GMT+1), lasting around 1-2 hoursLoïc will be starting from a blank canvas and creating a brand-new map live on stream.We'll take suggestions from the community throughout the session, so feel free to stop by and help shape the next map!🖼️Dev Stream #2 — Art Session: The Pond (Update Sneak-peek!)📅Date: Thursday, Dec 4 ⏰Time: Starts at 18:00 (GMT+1), lasting around 1-2 hoursAlex will be doing a full art session for The Pond, one of the new maps planned for our next major update.If you want a behind-the-scenes look at how Sheepherds! visuals are made, this is the right opportunity ^^🔗J…
- Nominate Sheepherds! for the Steam Awards in the "Better With Friends" Category - 25 November 2025
Hey shepherds,Steam Awards season is here again!If Sheepherds! has been your cozy escape — the game you played to unwind, share a laugh with friends, or enjoy a gentle, cheeky break from the world — we'd be incredibly grateful if you'd consider nominating us for the "Best With Friends" category.As an indie team making our very first game, every bit of support helps more players discover our little world of cute dogs, vibrant landscapes and fluffy sheep. Your nomination would truly mean a lot to us.Thank you for being part of our flock, and happy sheepherding!Ultimo Disco
- 📢Supporter Pack DLC – Free Period Extended! - 25 November 2025
Dear Shepherds,To thank you for your patience during launch day, we're extending the free period of the Supporter Pack DLC by an additional week. You can now claim it for free until December 1st (PT).As many of you may already know, we encountered an unexpected technical issue on launch day, which led to several hours of delay before Sheepherds! went live. Throughout that stressful period, your patience and encouragement meant the world to us.After coordinating with Steam Support, we're happy to confirm that the free window for Supporter Pack DLC has now been officially extended, giving everyone extra time to pick it up.We hope this small gesture brings you extra warmth and joy. As the colder days settle in, may you enjoy a relaxing time herding with friends and family from the comfort of your home!❤️🐶🐑👇Check out our FAQ:Happy sheepherding,Ultimo Disco
- Sheepherds! Bundle Deals - 21 November 2025
Hey shepherds,To celebrate our launch, Sheepherds! is teaming up with three awesome indie titles for special bundle offers!You can enjoy both the launch discount and the bundle discount, making this a great time to grab multiple games at once:🐏🍕Sheepherds! × Pizza PossumA perfect mix of chaotic co-op herding and adorable stealth-snacking.If you love playful, fast-paced fun, this bundle is for you!🐏🔫Sheepherds! × Bang Bang BarrageWhen bullet mayhem meets fluffy co-op sheepherding fun!Grab this combo if you enjoy energetic, challenge-packed co-op gameplay:🐏🐱Sheepherds! × Wild WoodsCat people and dog people unite!Adventure through lively forests with friends and then herd your way through colorful maps in Sheepherds!A cozy, cooperative pairing that's perfect for couch play:Thanks so much for supporting Sheepherds!Whether you're chasing sheep or teaming up in other indie adventures, w…
- Sheepherds! is Out Now! - 17 November 2025
Hey shepherds, It’s time!We’re excited to announce that Sheepherds! is officially out now on Steam!🎉 Launch week bonus (limited for the launch week):$14.99 USD → $13.49 with 10% launch discountFree Supporter Pack DLC included (1 dog breed + 4 outfits)🐾 Play solo or with friends (1–4 players, local or online). Game supports 9 different languages.💡Pre-launch FAQ >>> Click here to read🎁 Join our community for more funWe will be hosting some festive launch-week events ^^Come find your fellow shepherds:Join our DiscordWe couldn't have done it without your support during our demo and playtest phases. From the bottom of our fluffy hearts — thank you!🐶Let the herding begin!Ultimo Disco
- Update: The Issue Has Been Resolved - 17 November 2025
Hi shepherds,Good news: the launch issue has been fully resolved after waiting for a few hours! The game is finally live, and everything is working as intended. 🎉🐶You can now safely hit the Purchase button and start your fluffy adventure!Once again, we're truly sorry for the unexpected delay earlier. Thank you so much for your patience, kindness, and understanding while we worked with Steam to get this fixed. ❤️If you run into any other issues or have questions, feel free to reach out to us here or on Discord - We're always happy to help.Enjoy herding, and welcome to the flock!Ultimo Disco
- 📺Our Launch Trailer is live on IGN! - 15 November 2025
Hey shepherds,Sheepherds! is just days away from release, and we've got something special to share with you: Our official launch trailer is now live, exclusively on IGN!📽️Watch it now >>> 📅Release date: November 17, 2025 (PT)This final trailer brings together everything we love about Sheepherds!:Multiplayer co-op funBeautiful sceneriesDozens of dog breeds & skinsA vibrant hub with exciting mini-games, photospots and a warm-hearted story 🎁 Launch week bonus: 10% off + Free Supporter DLC (1 breed + 4 outfits) for all early players.If you're just discovering us, welcome! Don't forget to wishlist the game, and join our Discord to meet your fellow shepherds.Let the countdown begin - See you on the pasture soon!Ultimo Disco
- Sheepherds!: FAQ - 15 November 2025
Hey shepherds,As the official launch approaches, we notice some of the most asked questions in our community. From pricing and content to controllers and multiplayer, this post covers all the details to get you ready for launch day:Q1: What’s the price of the game and what's included in the launch offer?A1:📅 Launch Date: November 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM (PST)🎮 Platform: Steam 🎁 Launch Bonus: 10% off + Free DLC during the launch weekPS: The DLC is automatically included when you purchase the game during launch week.Base Game Price: $14.99 ($13.49 during launch week + FREE DLC)DLC Price: $4.99 (FREE until Dec 1st, 2025)OST Price: $4.99Q2: What content is included at launch? A2:Levels: 22Breeds: 19 = 18 (base game) + 1 (DLC)Outfits: 24 = 20 (base game) + 4 (DLC)*DLC is free-to-claim during the launch weekBigger hub area with more mini games and photospotsA lot of quality-of-life fixes……Q3:…
- Launch Price & Bonus Reveal! Sheepherds! Joins Steam Animal Fest - 10 November 2025
Hey shepherds! Sheepherds! is part of this year's Steam Animal Fest right before our launch🐶🐑Join us from November 10–17 (PT) to play the free demo, before it disappears from the store the day before launch.🎉 Release Date:Sheepherds! launches on November 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM (PST)💸 Pricing:$14.99 USD Launch week discount: 10% off → $13.49Free DLC during the launch week!🎁 What's in the DLC?1 breed: Piglet4 exclusive outfits: Punk, Bee, Pharaoh, and AstronautWhether you're a solo shepherd or teaming up with friends, there's plenty of fun to discover. Run, bark, and herd your way through vibrant maps!💬 Join our Discord to meet other fellow shepherds and prepare for launch! 📥 Don’t forget to wishlist the game ^^See you during Animal Fest,Ultimo Disco
- Sheepherds! launches on November 17! - 3 November 2025
Hey shepherds,We've got exciting news:Sheepherds! is officially set to launch on November 17, 2025! 🎉More levels, more outfits, and even more ways to mess around... We're so excited to welcome you all to our cozy world of barking, running, and wool-collecting with your friends!In Sheepherds!, you become sheepdogs working together to guide colorful flocks through beautiful landscapes. Wool is your goal: run, bark, collect and get more cute puppy outfits.Play solo or co-op (up to 4 players), locally or online! There is no pressure — just cozy, wholesome chaos with your friends. Our free demo is still live, so come try it now and let us know what you think! Join our Discord to connect with other players and share your feedback^^If you enjoy the game, don’t forget to wishlist, it really helps us out. Thank you all for being part of our journey💛 See you soon!Happy sheepherding,Ultimo Disco
- 🎃Happy Halloween from Sheepherds! - 31 October 2025
Hey shepherds! We just wanted to wish everyone a happy and cozy Halloween from the whole Sheepherds! team 🧡Also, don’t forget that our Dogtober community event is still ongoing! 🐶Check out our latest custome sneak-peeks down below: Join the fun, share your own themed creations, and hang out with fellow players in our Discord!👇Participate to win a full game key:Join our Discord!🎁 Always welcome to try our demo and wishlist Sheepherds! during the weekend:Happy Halloween,Ultimo Disco
- Sheepherds! Next Fest Wrap-Up: Thank You! - 21 October 2025
Hey guys,It's been a busy week. We’re incredibly grateful for everyone who tried out the demo, streamed it, or shared feedback with us.Thanks to you, among over 3,600 games who participated in this Next Fest, Sheepherds! has reached:#4 in Local Co-op - Trending Upcoming#8 in Relaxing - Trending Upcoming#16 in Casual - Trending Upcoming#23 in Multiplayer - Popular UpcomingYour support means the world to us❤️🎥 Shout-Out to Creators and PlayersA huge thank you to everyone who streamed, reviewed, and shared videos of the demo! If you made a video or post we haven’t seen yet, please feel free to share it with us on Discord — we’d love to watch and repost it!Join our Discord💖 From the TeamFor our small indie studio, this was our very first Next Fest. Seeing so many players enjoy the demo (and even 100% it!) made us feel both proud and humbled. Every wishlist, every comment, and every bug re…