Welcome to the ultimate Herdling Walkthrough and Guide—your go-to hub for taming Calicorns, unlocking achievements, and mastering every chapter of this charming and challenging game.
Whether you’re starting fresh or replaying to snag missed secrets, this guide breaks down Chapters 1 through 5 with easy-to-follow tips, puzzle solutions, and all the key locations for Decorations, new Calicorns, and milestone achievements.
Let’s dive into your Calicorn journey!
Chapter 1: The Forest Beginnings
Get started in the alleys and small streets of the first chapter, where you’ll tame your first three Calicorns and solve some fun, light puzzles.
Guide your herd through narrow paths, push containers to clear blocked routes, and enjoy little easter eggs like the evolving bus stop mural.
You’ll earn achievements like Making Friends and Opening the Way while learning the basics of herding and Calicorn control.
Dive deeper into Chapter 1 here: Herdling Walkthrough Chapter 1 Guide to Taming Calicorns
Chapter 2: Countryside & Stampede Moves
Chapter 2 opens up big with wide open areas and introduces the all-important Stampede move—your Calicorns’ turbo boost.
Here, you’ll solve more complex puzzles, like pushing freight wagons to open new passages and tame hidden Calicorns with some clever baiting.
Lighting a campfire scores you a satisfying Sparks Flying achievement, and careful maneuvering helps avoid environmental hazards like metal and wires.
Explore the full rundown of Chapter 2 here: Herdling Walkthrough Chapter 2 Countryside Guide
Chapter 3: Forest Tactics, Decorations & Achievements
The forest grows denser, and so do the challenges. Tame new Calicorns, gather scattered Decorations, and master avoiding tricky totem traps that alert aggressive birds.
Discover Resting Spots where you can clean and heal your herd, unlocking even more achievements.
Timing and stealth are crucial as you navigate narrow paths and avoid being attacked.
Get all the tips and find every Decoration in Chapter 3 here: Herdling Chapter 3 Guide to Decorations & Achievements
Chapter 4: Ferry Ride & Mountain Climbing
This chapter kicks off with a ferry crossing and more steep slopes needing skillful use of Stampedes.
Unlock hidden mural achievements by unveiling paintings through yellow flowers and deal with crumbling ground hazards.
Pro tips alert you to safer paths to keep your Calicorn herd healthy and ready for the tough climbs ahead.
Complete your Chapter 4 adventure here: Herdling Chapter 4 Guide Ferry & Mountain All Achievements
Chapter 5: Mountain Plains & Bird Alarm Takedown
The mountain plains are wild—with dizzying slopes, more bird alarm totems, and intense chase scenes that test your herd management skills.
Use Stampedes generously, find hidden totems to reveal new routes, and don’t miss the playful Fetch! achievement involving a ball at the Resting Spot.
Stay alert to the tricky camera angles and wind effects as you navigate the final narrow paths.
Finish strong with Chapter 5 here: Herdling Walkthrough Chapter 5 Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Use the right trigger (RT) on your controller. Tap it to nudge your Calicorns in a new direction, or hold it down to keep them moving away from you smoothly. It’s like herding a bunch of magical puppies—sometimes straightforward, sometimes a bit chaotic!
A: Hold down the right trigger (RT), release it, then press it again to unleash a Stampede. It’s crucial for speeding up your herd, climbing slopes, and escaping dangers like bird attacks. Also, keep an eye out for blue and red flowers that refill or activate Stampedes.
A: Absolutely! Once you unlock Chapter Select, you can replay any chapter to grab missed Calicorns, solve puzzles again, or collect all those sweet Decorations and achievements without hassle.
A: Move carefully and slowly around totems and use Stampedes strategically to stay ahead. Sometimes there are hidden totems in flower patches, so watch your step and take safer paths when possible. Timing and patience are key to keeping your herd safe.
A: Decorations aren’t just for style (though your herd will look awesome). They’re linked to achievements and sometimes unlock new paths or secrets. Collect every one you spot to boost your score and flex your completion skills.
A: New Calicorns appear throughout the chapters—in hidden spots, near puzzles, and sometimes as part of special events like saving missable Calicorns near cliffs or after ferry rides. Keep exploring every nook and use bait or strategy when needed to add them to your collection.
Whether you want detailed walkthroughs, quick achievement tips, or secret Decoration locations, this guide covers everything to keep your herd thriving.
Stick with us as you adventure through these first five chapters and beyond.
Stay tuned for more updates and chapters coming soon—happy herding!
