Rooted in the culture of southern Brazil, Gaucho and the Grassland is galloping onto Steam on July 16, 2025. Developed by Epopeia Games, based in Porto Alegre, this charming farming simulator puts a unique Latin cowboy twist on the genre, blending exploration, animal care, and even a touch of magic into a cozy experience.
In Gaucho and the Grassland, you step into the boots of a gaucho or gaucha, tasked with bringing balance back to a huge region as its brand new guardian. Forget the usual “you inherited a farm” setup; here, you’re actually rebuilding your family’s ranch while tackling quests that truly celebrate rural life. Imagine lassoing cows, shearing sheep, or milking livestock as part of your everyday progress.
What really makes this game special is its deep connection to South American culture, especially the traditions from Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul region. You’ll get to experience things like sipping chimarrão, a traditional drink that even reveals secrets, playing the harmonica by a campfire, or firing up a delicious churrasco barbecue.
In this game you can really focus on classic farm tasks like fishing, collecting eggs, or even building cozy homes for other characters, customizing every little detail to match your style. But if you’re more into adventure, you can roam around the diverse landscapes solving puzzles and helping out the locals. Doing so boosts your charisma and unlocks new paths to explore. There’s also a crafting system that lets you turn raw materials into useful tools or unique decorations.