Slow Down, Bull

Insomniac Games

Rank: #5 / 6
Released: 2015
Studio: Insomniac Games

At a glance

Slow Down, Bull is an action collecting game from Insomniac Games, released in 2015. You guide Esteban, a driven bull who wants to make art, through levels filled with craft pieces to collect. Steering him raises his stress, so movement is a balancing act: gather items while keeping him calm, avoiding the local residents and staying clear of Annette the Bullcatcher. The game moves through five areas, with critter friends helping Esteban pursue his artistic goal. Levels can be replayed to improve scores. It is a single-player game with full controller support, Steam Trading Cards and Family Sharing. Listed platforms are Windows, macOS and Linux. The store description also notes a partnership with Starlight Children's Foundation: 50% of Insomniac's net proceeds, and at least 30% of the purchase price, benefit the foundation's work for children and families.

Who it is for

It suits players looking for a single-player collecting game built around careful movement and score improvement. Its art-school setting and controller support may also appeal to players who prefer a controller.

What is good

Five areas to explore
Replay levels to improve scores
Full controller support
Available on Windows, macOS and Linux

What to know first

Single-player only
Steering increases Esteban's stress

Verdict

Slow Down, Bull centers its collecting and platforming on managing Esteban's rising stress. It offers five areas, replayable levels and support for three listed desktop platforms.