Saddle Up for a Cozy Western Adventure: Cattle Country Launches May 27th with Demo Out Now!

 

PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC players can now try the free demo of this charming Wild West life sim

Yeehaw! Dust off your boots and grab your wide-brimmed hat—Playtonic Friends and Castle Pixel are inviting cowpokes everywhere to Cattle Country, a cozy Wild West life sim galloping onto PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC on May 27, 2025. Even better? The first-ever public demo is available right now on Xbox, Switch, and PC, with PlayStation support riding in real soon.

Whether you're planting crops under the prairie sun or saddling up for a day of exploration, Cattle Country blends classic frontier spirit with the laid-back charm of wholesome farming sims. It’s a place where every day’s a new adventure—and you can finally live out your pixelated pioneer dreams.

Demo Now Available – Try Before You Tame the West

The new playable demo gives players their first real taste of frontier life. You’ll set up your homestead, explore sweeping pixel prairies, and meet the colorful locals who make this Wild West town feel like home. The demo also includes some seriously exciting features fine-tuned with feedback from the community—including new customization options, expanded gameplay systems, and even a special voice cameo from none other than Roger Clark (Arthur Morgan from Red Dead Redemption 2) as your homespun pen pal.

A Peek at the Frontier Awaits

So, what’s in store for players ready to ride into Cattle Country? Plenty of down-home goodness, that’s what:

• Mayor Archibald Greets You – This friendly face gives newcomers guidance and handy tips.

• Horses Now Included – Explore the open range on horseback!

• Pet Companions – Adopt a loyal dog or curious cat to keep you company on the ranch.

• Expanded Mining – Dig deep for rare treasures and materials.

• Total Customization – Change your outfit, hairstyle, and even your name prefix. Be the cowpoke you were always meant to be.

• Meet the Locals – From saloon owners to soapbox racers, the town is packed with personality:

  • Carl, the bank teller, might have a suspicious eye for your cash.

  • Sassy, an outdoors expert, knows how to survive the wilderness.

  • Samuel, Maggie the carpenter’s brother, is ready to race.

  • Carrie, the saloon owner, seems caught up in some ghostly goings-on.

  • John, the blacksmith, keeps the frontier working with finely forged tools.

And that’s just scratching the surface. Fishing, farming, decorating, crafting—it’s all here, wrapped up in a charming pixel-art package that invites players to settle down and take life at their own pace.

Pre-Orders and Physical Editions Now Available

Collectors, take note! Physical editions of Cattle Country for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch are available to pre-order now, thanks to the team at Silver Lining Interactive. Whether you're rustlin' cattle digitally or displayin' your boxed copy proudly on the shelf, there's never been a better time to claim your patch of prairie.

Ready to Ride?
The Cattle Country demo is live now on Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC. Don’t forget to wishlist the full game ahead of its launch on May 27, 2025, and check out the demo trailer on YouTube to get a peek at the cozy, cowboy life that awaits.

So go on, partner—there’s a ranch with your name on it. Download the demo today and mosey into your next great adventure!