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ElectricSheep
Electric Sheep is a collaborative abstract artwork that runs as a screensaver when computers sleep.
About ElectricSheep
Electric Sheep is a collaborative abstract artwork that runs as a screensaver when computers sleep. Connected computers communicate over the internet to share the work of creating morphing abstract animations called "sheep." Viewers can vote for animations with the keyboard, and more popular sheep live longer and reproduce with mutation and crossover.
It provides desktop downloads for Mac OS X, Windows, and Linux, and versions for Android, iPad, and Apple TV. Desktop use is recommended only with a high-bandwidth, always-on connection, and the first download may be delayed by server load. Users can also design sheep and submit them to the gene pool.
Key features
- Creates morphing abstract animations called sheep when computers sleep
- Computers share rendering work over the internet
- Vote for favorite animations using the keyboard
- Design own sheep and submit them to gene pool
- Desktop screensaver downloads for Mac, Windows, and Linux
- Android version works as Live Wallpaper, Daydream, or app
Best for: People who want a shared abstract screensaver that changes based on viewer votes and submissions.
Good for
- Works on desktop systems and on Android, iPad, and Apple TV
- Viewers can vote for animations and submit their own designs
- Android version is described as optimized to preserve battery
Watch out for
- Desktop use is recommended only with a high-bandwidth, always-on connection
- Initial download and display may take a long time due to server load
ElectricSheep at a glance
- Website
- electricsheep.org
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Desktop Customization
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Android, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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ElectricSheep FAQ
How do sheep change over time?
Viewers vote with the keyboard. More popular sheep live longer and reproduce with mutation and crossover.
What connection is needed for the desktop screensaver?
It is recommended only with a high-bandwidth, always-on connection such as DSL or cable modem.
What does the Android version do?
On Android it works as Live Wallpaper, Daydream, or an interactive app.
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