Shleep

An innovative incremental game that transforms counting sheep into an epic adventure

4.8/5 Rating277+ ReviewsMade in 72 HoursLudum Dare 57
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Game Overview

About Shleep

Shleep is a unique incremental/clicker game that reimagines the classic bedtime ritual of counting sheep. Created in just 72 hours for Ludum Dare 57 with the theme "Depths", this game takes you on an unexpected journey as you discover that falling asleep might be more challenging than originally thought.

Charming pixel art graphics
Engaging incremental gameplay mechanics
Surprising twists and unexpected elements
Atmospheric soundtrack and sound design
Game Details
Developer:bippinbits
Engine:Godot
Platforms:Windows, HTML5
Genre:Incremental, Clicker
Release:April 2025

Strategy Guides

Getting Started
Master the basics of Shleep
  • • Left-click to buy/place sheep
  • • Right-click for special actions
  • • Focus on sheep production early
  • • Watch for unexpected events
Advanced Strategies
Optimize your sleep journey
  • • Balance sheep quantity vs quality
  • • Prepare for wolf encounters
  • • Manage guard dogs effectively
  • • Time your upgrades wisely
Speedrun Tips
Achieve the fastest sleep times
  • • Current WR: 8 minutes 15 seconds
  • • Optimize early sheep placement
  • • Master the red light/green light
  • • Submit runs to speedrun.com

Game Videos

Gameplay Walkthrough
Complete playthrough of Shleep
Game Review & Analysis
In-depth look at Shleep

Player Reviews & Community

EliteCreeper

"Amazing game! I actually had fun playing this!"

its_the_ave

"adorable :3 i love this game sosoososoososo muuuch thank you devs for bestowing this glorious game upon us"

N O A H

"This is not just an incremental game, it's much more :O it's got a plot, a character and a nice ending. It sure is bizarre at times, but I loved it!"

sammyserket

"played this at 3am after being unable to shleep, very cute and satisfying. i love these kinda games and it actually helped me get to sleep funnily enough"

Harper Crane

"Spent 20 minutes with this and now I feel legitimately sleepier, this was a fun and pleasant experience."

kijekYT

"beautiful graphics, great music and such addictive, although short, gameplay."

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shleep?

Shleep is an incremental/clicker where you count sheep to fall asleep. Created for Ludum Dare 57, Shleep features beautiful pixel art, engaging mechanics, and some surprising twists along the way.

How do I play Shleep?

Use left-click to buy/place sheep and right-click for special actions. Shleep starts simple but evolves as you progress, introducing new mechanics and challenges.

Is there a difference between web and download versions?

Yes! The downloadable version provides the best experience. While the web build functions fine, it can suffer from lag and slowdown later in Shleep.

Can I speedrun Shleep?

There's an active speedrunning community. You can submit your runs to speedrun.com/Shleep. The current world record is around 8 minutes and 15 seconds.

Who made Shleep?

Shleep was created by a talented team including René Habermann (direction, design), Anne Hecker (art), Raffaele Picca (tech art, coding), Luca Martinelli (coding), and others. The soundtrack was composed by Cameron Paxton.