{"rewrite":{"id":"r_a9bc62930e0edf58105fe011","clusterId":"c_3f287833225e316afaac9688","slug":"sheepdog-game-hubert-gets-october-2026-release-on-ps5-and-steam","model":"deepseek-v4-flash:free","headline":"Sheepdog Adventure Game 'Hubert' Sets October 2026 Release","summary":"Brocap Studio announced on August 18, 2026, that its sheepdog adventure game 'Hubert' will launch in October 2026 for PC and PS5. The game casts players as Hubert, a fluffy, self-assured sheepdog who navigates the unexplored northern wilderness using dog-specific actions like scent tracking, barking, and marking. Hubert is accompanied by Lily, a resourceful child who convinced the valley's grumpiest farmer to hire her. Together, they must guide dozens of distracted sheep to pasture while managing the farmer's short temper. The story expands beyond the farm into a quieter, stranger wilderness where Hubert hears a mysterious call he cannot fully explain. The game's monologue-driven narrative shows Hubert's inner conflict between his life as a working dog and the allure of the wild. A demo is currently available on Steam with Japanese language support. The game won Best Game by audience vote at the Game Access Conference 2026 in the Czech Republic, and had over 30,000 Steam wishlist registrations at that time.","whyItMatters":"The game's focus on realistic dog behaviors and monologue-driven storytelling, combined with its Best Game award and strong wishlist numbers, signals a niche but promising indie title that could stand out in the crowded October release window.","webCardHtml":"\u003cp\u003eBrocap Studio, based in Brno, Czech Republic, is developing \u0026#39;Hubert\u0026#39; as a third-person adventure where players experience the world through a dog\u0026#39;s senses: movement, smell, instinct, and curiosity. The game\u0026#39;s trailer, released alongside the announcement, highlights the relationship between Hubert and Lily, which deepens through daily routines and quiet trust. The sheep, described as having goldfish-level attention spans, require players to understand their behavior to herd them effectively. The wilderness beyond the farm\u0026#39;s fences grows increasingly strange, with a call that Hubert senses but cannot fully comprehend. The game\u0026#39;s visual style is described as painterly, hiding unease and mystery beneath a warm, cozy surface. The demo on Steam supports Japanese, and the full game will also include Japanese language support. The Game Access Conference 2026 award and the wishlist count were reported by Game Spark, while other outlets focused on the game\u0026#39;s dog-specific mechanics and narrative premise.\u003c/p\u003e","blueskyPost":"In 'Hubert', you play a sheepdog who mutters human words. The trailer shows him fed up with the flock: 'You guys really stink...'","twitterPost":"Brocap Studio's 'Hubert' launches October 2026 on PC and PS5. A sheepdog adventure with scent tracking, barking, and marking. Demo out now on Steam.","threadsPost":"Hubert, the sheepdog game from Brocap Studio, is set for October 2026 on PS5 and Steam, but its demo is already out. That early access means the herding and scent-tracking mechanics get public feedback long before the final version is locked.","newsletterBlurb":"Brocap Studio's 'Hubert' brings a sheepdog adventure to PC and PS5 in October 2026. Play as Hubert, guide distracted sheep, and explore a mysterious wilderness. A demo is available on Steam now.","attributionJson":"[{\"source\":\"4Gamer.net\",\"url\":\"https://www.4gamer.net/games/034/G103468/20260819050/\",\"title\":\"Action Adventure Game 'Hubert' Where You Become a Sheepdog and Protect a Ranch in Beautiful Nature, Set for Release in October 2026\"},{\"source\":\"Denfaminicogamer\",\"url\":\"https://news.denfaminicogamer.jp/news/260818k\",\"title\":\"Game 'Hubert' Where You Become a Dog That 'Mutters' Human Words Looks Interesting. 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