Untitled Goose Game – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Untitled Goose Game

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Board Game2019

85%

WISE Score

4.1

Amazon

You're a horrible goose with a to-do list of chaos—honk, steal, ruin everyone's day, repeat.

Untitled Goose Game

Board Game

2019

85%

WISE Score

4.1

Amazon

You're a horrible goose with a to-do list of chaos—honk, steal, ruin everyone's day, repeat.

4.1

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Screenwise Verdict

This is one of those rare games that's genuinely delightful for the whole family. Yes, you're playing as a jerk goose who steals vegetables and honks at children, but it's so charming and silly that it never feels mean. The puzzle design is smart without being frustrating, and watching your kid figure out how to trap a shopkeeper in a garage is genuinely entertaining.

It's short (you'll finish in an afternoon), but it's memorable. Kids love the freedom to experiment and cause chaos in a completely safe environment. Parents love that there's zero content to worry about and it actually makes them laugh. It's the video game equivalent of a really good picture book—simple, clever, and more fun than it has any right to be.

If your kid is intimidated by complex games or you want something cooperative to play together, this is a perfect entry point. Just be prepared for a lot of honking.

Age Fit

Best for ages 5-12, though plenty of adults have fallen in love with this ridiculous bird. Younger kids might need help with some puzzles, but the simple controls and forgiving gameplay make it accessible. Teens and adults will appreciate the dry humor and clever design.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

The game is built around mischief—you're a goose stealing items, honking at people, and generally being a nuisance. But it's playful chaos, not mean-spirited. No violence, no cruelty, just slapstick comedy where you ruin a gardener's day by stealing his rake. The tone is light and silly, like a cartoon prank show. Parents note the 'bad behavior' is clearly pretend play, not modeling real antisocial conduct.

Imaginative

Brilliantly creative premise—you're a horrible goose with a to-do list of chaos. The puzzle design encourages experimentation and creative problem-solving: how do you get the boy's glasses? Trap him with a bucket? Steal his toy? The game rewards lateral thinking and lets players discover their own solutions. The charming art style and dynamic piano soundtrack (Debussy, responding to your actions) create a whimsical world that feels alive.

Safe

Exceptionally safe. No violence, no inappropriate content, no online features, no monetization schemes. It's a single-player puzzle game with zero manipulative elements. The 'worst' thing is that you're pranking NPCs in harmless ways—making them slip on vegetables or locking them out of their garden. Common Sense Media parents consistently praise it as worry-free. No DLC, no loot boxes, no chat.

Enriching

Solid puzzle-solving and spatial reasoning skills required. Kids learn to observe patterns, plan sequences, and think creatively about cause-and-effect. The game's accessibility (easy controls, no fail states) means it builds confidence for younger or less experienced gamers. It's not deeply educational, but it's clever and rewards experimentation. The classical music exposure is a nice bonus. Mostly it's just delightful, which has value.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Genuinely funny for both kids and adults—the humor lands across ages
Clever puzzle design that rewards creative thinking and experimentation
Perfect for young or inexperienced gamers: simple controls, no fail states, no time pressure
Charming hand-drawn art style and dynamic classical piano soundtrack
Zero content worries—no violence, no scary moments, just silly goose antics

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What to Watch For

The entire premise is 'be naughty'—stealing, pranking, causing minor chaos (but it's clearly silly pretend play)
Some puzzles might frustrate younger kids without help, though experimentation is encouraged
Short game (2-4 hours)—some kids will want more content after finishing

Conversation Starters

"What was the funniest thing you made the goose do? Which person did you feel worst about pranking?"
"If you were one of the people in the village, how would you try to stop the goose?"
"Why do you think the goose is so determined to cause trouble? What do you think is on the rest of his to-do list?"

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