🐑 Cult of the Lamb
TL;DR: Cult of the Lamb is an acclaimed indie game combining roguelike dungeon crawling and cult management, developed by Massive Monster and published by Devolver Digital in August 2022. It has sold over 3.5 million copies [S1].
📇 Quick Facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Developer | Massive Monster |
| Publisher | Devolver Digital |
| Initial Release | August 11, 2022 |
| Genre | Roguelite Action, Colony Sim / Cult Simulator |
| Platforms | PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch |
| Cumulative Sales | > 3.5 Million Copies [S1] |
🕹️ Core Gameplay Mechanics
- Dual Gameplay Loop — Alternates between action-packed roguelike dungeon crusades and base-building cult management (sermons, rituals, sacrifices).
- Red Crown Upgrades — Unlock doctrines, tarot card buffs, and weapon transformations.
📚 References
- Devolver Digital. (2023). Cult of the Lamb Sales Milestones. [S1]
🔭 See Also
- Indie Game Development — Independent game development overview.
- Rogue-Likes & Rogue-Lites — Roguelite genre overview.