Sleeping: Counting Sheep Game Release Announcement

Introducing Sleeping: Counting Sheep – A Streamer's Dream for Interactive Downtime

As a developer and avid Twitch user, I noticed a gap in the streaming landscape: streamers often lacked engaging content to display during their downtime, especially when they were away or resting. This observation led to the creation of Sleeping: Counting Sheep, a game specifically designed to fill this void by providing an interactive and relaxing experience for both streamers and their audiences.

Bridging the Gap in Twitch Streaming

While Twitch offers a plethora of categories for various content, there hasn't been a dedicated space for streamers to maintain viewer engagement during their off-screen moments. Sleeping: Counting Sheep addresses this by offering a unique solution: a game that not only entertains viewers in the streamer's absence but also fosters interaction through its integrated features.

Key Features of Sleeping: Counting Sheep

• Twitch Integration: Viewers can actively participate by spawning sheep through chat events, subscriptions, follows, or bit donations. Each sheep carries the viewer's name, and with the "Baa's" setting enabled, they can communicate as their sheep, sending messages or playful "Baa!" sounds.
• Cinematic Mode: When no keyboard or mouse input is detected for a while, the game transitions into a cinematic mode, offering a relaxing, hands-off experience that showcases the serene pasture and its inhabitants.
• Customizable Settings: Streamers have control over the frequency and conditions of sheep spawning, allowing for a tailored experience that can be as tranquil or as lively as desired.
• Streamer-Friendly Design: Developed with streamers in mind, the game provides a fun, passive way to entertain audiences during breaks or rest periods, enhancing viewer retention and engagement.

A New Category for All

Beyond its interactive features, Sleeping: Counting Sheep introduces a dedicated category on Twitch, offering a space for streamers to relax while still engaging their audience. Importantly, this category is accessible to all streamers, even those who do not own the game, promoting a community-focused environment where relaxation and viewer interaction coexist.

For more information and to experience the game firsthand after its release on Nov 19th 2024, visit the Steam page.