Cult of the Lamb

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8/10

Tom Marks (IGN)

Cult of the Lamb is a wolf of a satisfying base-management game in the sheepish clothing of an approachable action-roguelite.

August 10, 2022 |

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Unlike anything else, and able to meld its two disparate halves into something cohesive and satisfying. You won’t feel fleeced if you buy this.

August 10, 2022 |

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82/100

Luke Kemp (PC Gamer)

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Kazuma Hashimoto (Polygon)

The roguelike action-adventure game Cult of the Lamb wraps the grotesque in a charming little package of characters that look like they could be pulled straight from a children’s story.

August 10, 2022 |

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Tom Marks (IGN)

8/10 - (Read Review)

Cult of the Lamb is a wolf of a satisfying base-management game in the sheepish clothing of an approachable action-roguelite.

Luke Kemp (PC Gamer)

82/100 - (Read Review)

Unlike anything else, and able to meld its two disparate halves into something cohesive and satisfying. You won’t feel fleeced if you buy this.

Kazuma Hashimoto (Polygon)

Recommended - (Read Review)

The roguelike action-adventure game Cult of the Lamb wraps the grotesque in a charming little package of characters that look like they could be pulled straight from a children’s story.

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33bits	Rubén Manzanares	85 / 100	08-15-2022	Cult of the Lamb, it's a 2x1. Part roguelike and part management sim, neither half feels fully developed on its own and provides little challenge. However, the synergy between the two halves is undeniably attractive, and the art style is downright adorable. Without a doubt, they are more than enough reasons to enter this macabre universe.	Read review
3DNews	Алексей Лихачев	8 / 10	08-20-2022	Working at the camp can be frustrating sometimes, but despite that Cult of the Lamb is a fun and original title.	Read review
ACG	Jeremy Penter	Recommended	08-10-2022	Video Review	Read review
Attack of the Fanboy	Noah Nelson	4 / 5 stars	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is a fun and worthwhile experience, just an experience I thought that I'd be able to get over and over again. Though it is cut too short, building a cult full of my favorite animal, crusading through lush environments, and vibing to the art and music is a perfect weekend retreat, even if it doesn't last long enough to convert.	Read review
AusGamers	Steve Farrelly	9.8 / 10	08-11-2022	There's just so much to learn and find and unlock in your first playthrough, and I'm not sure I even want to get into the prospect of follow-on sessions, armed with the knowledge that wood is your earliest friend and that you really shouldn't build with a hodgepodge sense of	Read review
But Why Tho?	Arron Kluz	9 / 10	08-10-2022	It is very difficult to imagine a player that wouldn’t enjoy Cult of the Lamb. Its visuals are so beautiful and full of character. Its writing is witty and charming. Its action is simple, but fun and thoroughly engaging. While its weapon selection and combat mechanics may not be as varied or dense as its peers, its unique aspects more than make up for the deficit.	Read review
CGMagazine	Philip Watson	9 / 10	08-22-2022	Cult of the Lamb is a fantastic game with a novel idea that gives the player many activities to do while making your very own Heaven’s Gate. A must play for fans of any genre.	Read review
Checkpoint Gaming	Elliot Attard	8.5 / 10	08-08-2022	Cult of the Lamb doesn't just surprise and delight with its visual prowess and unflinching cultist motifs, it also hooks you with its addictive and adaptive gameplay loop. There's not a dull second as you move through two equally important and varied genres of game that mesh beautifully together to create a unique and captivating experience. A lack of end-game content may disappoint some colony sim fans, though it ultimately does little to sour what is a genuinely novel game that knows exactly what it wants to be.	Read review
Chicas Gamers	Antonio J. Rodríguez	Recommended	08-25-2022	Massive Monster has evolved through its games until they find themselves comfortable with an artistic style that they have polished since The adventure pals and that reaches a good level of evolution with Cult of the Lamb, giving the game a characteristic personality that stands out from the first preview . The idea of unifying two different types of gameplay suits the title very well, keeping you busy at all times and with a full mental to-do list. The symbiosis, also achieved through a correct story, does not allow a pause for monotony and keeps you entertained at all times. It is clear that many players will come to the game for its aesthetics and its crazy proposal, but they will end up playing it for the love that each of the sections exudes. It's a shame the performance issues I've found in the PS5 version, I hope future patches can fix them.	Read review
COGconnected	James Paley	80 / 100	08-10-2022	If you want a roguelite with a sinister twist, you’re in luck. Cult of The Lamb is just the game you’re looking for.	Read review
cublikefoot	Chase Ferrin	7 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb combines two genres to great effect, with fun roguelike gameplay and plenty of colony sim mechanics to play around with too. That said, each does have its fair share of problems.	Read review
Destructoid	Jordan Devore	8.5 / 10	08-10-2022	I’m a big fan of roguelite action games and city builders, but even if you’re on the mild side, Cult of the Lamb is a winning combo. It draws many of the best aspects of those genres, places them in a one-of-a-kind world, and charts its own condensed course.	Read review
Digital Chumps	Will Silberman	8.8 / 10	03-26-2018	Cult of the Lamb is perfect example of an innovative indie that proclaims to be one genre, but assumes multiple identities and delivers. The game's charming yet disturbing theme lends you freedom to play as you want, and have your actions make sense on the lore-front. Yes, this roguelite is most likely the easiest and most accessible compared to its competitors, but that accessibility comes at a cost of some gameplay, like combat, lacking depth and complexity for genre veterans. Knowing all of this, should you sacrifice your time to the altar of The One Who Waits? To this, we say yes.	Read review
Digital Trends	Giovanni Colantonio	3.5 / 5 stars	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb excels as a darkly comedic management game, though its roguelite component commits some cardinal sins.	Read review
Digitally Downloaded	Alex Kidman	5 / 5 stars	08-11-2022	Cult of the Lamb never takes itself too seriously, so it remains fun through its relatively short initial playtime.	Read review
DualShockers	Mohamed Hassan	6.5 / 10	08-23-2022	If you fall in love with the main loop and the freedom to design and interact with your followers, then you can expect to take at least 30 fun hours out of it, but don’t go in there expecting anything innovative in either the rouge-like or management-sim departments.	Read review
EGM	Michael Goroff	8 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is two games in one. Part roguelike, part management sim, neither of the halves feel totally fleshed out on their own, and provide little challenge. Still, the synergy between the two halves is undeniably compelling, and the art style is infectiously adorable, giving you enough reason to play through one more in-game day, and then one more, until you've been awake for an entire out-of-game day, feeling totally brainwashed.	Read review
Eurogamer	Christian Donlan	Recommended	08-10-2022	A desire to please shines throughout this charmer with a hundred moving parts.	Read review
Everyeye.it	Giulia Martino	9 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb successfully mixes different genres and inspirations, creating a unique cocktail that, we are sure, will make many happy.	Read review
Explosion Network	Jacob Hegarty	9.5 / 10	08-11-2022	I've been keen to play Cult of the Lamb for a long time, and it hasn't disappointed me. The art design, audio and gameplay loop remain satisfying, while the concepts and the base building create enough things to do to round out the gameplay so that I never felt bored. The team at Massive Monster should be proud of their achievements, and I cannot wait to see what they create next.	Read review
FingerGuns	Kat Bullock	8 / 10	08-23-2022	Dividing its time beautifully between rouge-like dungeon crawler and cult management simulator, Cult of the lamb is everything you would want and need from the mix of genres. A fantastic soundtrack and incredibly moreish gameplay, this is a big recommendation for anyone who is in awe of the vibrantly cute aesthetic it presents. While it’s currently harrowed by some glitches preventing certain aspects of gameplay from shining, once these are ironed out this could easily be ‘Game of the Year’ material.	Read review
Game Informer	Wesley LeBlanc	8 / 10	08-10-2022	Running through dungeons and improving my cult compound was satisfying, and I found plenty of enjoyment in Cult of the Lamb as a result, even when I felt more like a ruthless boss than a leader.	Read review
Game Rant	Jared Carvalho	4 / 5 stars	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb takes the best aspects of the rogue-lite and town-building simulators to deliver a unique experience that enhances both genres.	Read review
Game Revolution	Mack Ashworth	4.5 / 5 stars	08-10-2022	It’s tough enough to make a game that targets one genre, let alone two, but rather than a lamb to the slaughter, Cult of the Lamb commands ownership of both with a hellish ambition that sees it become one of the best games of the year.	Read review
Gamefa	Amirhossein Ranjbar	9 / 10	08-22-2022	The idea behind Cult of the Lamb was a calculated risk that paid off. By taking inspiration from successful Games of this genre, developers managed to create a unique game with unique identity. Undoubtedly, Cult of the Lamb is one of the best indie games in recent years.	Read review
GameGrin	Daniella Plata	10 / 10	08-10-2022	There's something for everyone in Cult of the Lamb, and every mechanic and feature feels well thought out. The game is cute, funny, and fun. Everyone should try it!	Read review
GamePro	Eleen Reinke, Dennis Michel	77 / 100	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is a great mix of roguelite and build-up sim, but it remains a bit too shallow	Read review
Gamer Escape	Timothy Hyldahl	8 / 10	08-12-2022	That’s not to say it’s completely perfect. There is a little bit of that indie game jank, it’s not terribly long, and there are a few bugs here and there ranging from minor graphical ones to more major ones that halted my progress temporarily. Thankfully the devs are already hard at work on a patch, and while the main story may be short, I’ve managed to sink 20 hours in so far and I’m nowhere close to stopping.	Read review
Gamers Heroes	Johnny Hurricane	8.5 / 10	09-04-2022	Quote coming soon	Read review
Gamersky	心灵奇兵	7.8 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is worthy of attention from both roguelike fans and simulation players	Read review
GameSpew	Kim Snaith	9 / 10	08-10-2022	Cute but morbid, Cult of the Lamb quickly won us over with its varied gameplay and, many hours later, still has its hooks in us. It’s not very often that a game has you sacrificing new friends to a demon, but then Cult of the Lamb isn’t like anything else we’ve ever played. Its town building gameplay works seamlessly alongside its roguelite combat, both keeping you absorbed in their own ways. This is innovative indie gaming at its finest, and we can’t get enough.	Read review
GameSpot	Jessica Howard	9 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb merges the best parts of a rogue-like with all the charms of a real-time simulation game in a delightfully macabre ceremony you don't want to miss.	Read review
GameWatcher	Nick Akerman	8 / 10	08-17-2022	Acting on those doctrines you've worked hard to bring in. Or should we say 'executing' them?	Read review
GamingTrend	Ron Burke	90 / 100	08-10-2022	A top-tier example of what a roguelike can be when combined with a colony sim, Cult of the Lamb is pure addiction. From managing your minions, to slaughtering the bizarre Eldritch gods that dare defy you, Cult of the Lamb has converted me completely.	Read review
GBAtemp	Prans Dunn	7.3 / 10	08-22-2022	Beyond the persisting post-launch bugs, Cult of the Lamb delivers an original indie title that masterfully blends Rogue-like mechanics and cult management in addictive bouts.	Read review
Geek Culture	Jake Su	9 / 10	08-16-2022	The fact is that even when Cult of the Lamb presents certain issues, it is hardly ever long-lasting or impairs you from enjoying the gameplay loop for a significant amount of time. By bringing together the enjoyable elements of farm sims and action-adventure roguelites and creating an environment where they enrich each other, this game is simply one for the ages. Taking care of others and slaying all those that oppose your way of life never felt this great, and that is the magic of this particular cult that should attract everyone and anyone.	Read review
Generación Xbox	David	8.7 / 10	08-20-2022	‎Cult of the Lamb is a game that exceeded any expectation of the players, it is a round experience that fulfills what it promises, in addition to establishing a successful mix in two genres of video games that normally do not fit together very well. It's flawed, it's not perfect; most of them are about things that were half-finished, because it is a very simple game in many sections, so that depth that seems to have is only that of a glass.‎	Read review
God is a Geek	Lyle Carr	9.5 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb combines roguelike gameplay with cult management and I simply couldn't put it down.	Read review
GRYOnline.pl	Michał Pajda	8 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is a very solid, pleasant rougelite game with unforgiving gameplay and some brutal sequences that will leave an impression only once. And it has a fair base price. But it’s NOT for kids.	Read review
Guardian	Sarah Maria Griffin	5 / 5 stars	09-02-2022	This eerie triumph is both a dungeon crawl in pursuit of heretic bishops and a society-builder where you build a legion of worshippers	Read review
Hey Poor Player	Kenny McKee	4.5 / 5 stars	08-28-2022	Unless you’re a well-meaning-yet-misguided parent from the 80s who magically found themselves transported to the year 2022 (in which case there are other things I would be worrying about), you really have zero reason not to play this game. Cult of the Lamb is the evil-worshipping, cult-building, god-slaying video game with a perfect creepy-cute aesthetic that I never knew that I wanted—and I’m so incredibly glad that it exists.	Read review
Hobby Consolas	David Martinez	90 / 100	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb combines roguelite and strategic elements, with a dark sense of humor and cartoon characters. The result is a unique game, very fun to play, and full of custom elements and skills to unlock. We found some balancing issues.	Read review
IGN	Tom Marks	8 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is a wolf of a satisfying base-management game in the sheepish clothing of an approachable action-roguelite.	Read review
IGN Spain	Álex Pareja	8 / 10	08-10-2022	Although its accessibility causes the interest does not remain as high at the end as in the first hours of gameplay, Cult of the Lamb is one of the most interesting indie games of 2022. Forming the sect to our liking and taking care of the minions is very satisfying.	Read review
Impulsegamer	Ali Arkani	4.3 / 5 stars	09-08-2022	Cult of the Lamb will be remembered and loved!	Read review
JVL	Kikitoes	8.5 / 10	09-06-2022	Cult of the Lamb offers an addictive mix of satanic management and occult action, sprinkled with cartoonish humor and adorable visuals.	Read review
Marooners' Rock	Andrew Peggs	9 / 10	08-10-2022	Massive Monster's new game Cult of the Lamb made cult-building look so fun.	Read review
Metro GameCentral	Unknown	5 / 10	08-11-2022	Turning a demonic cult into a management simulator is an amusing idea but the cute graphics are the only lasting entertainment to be had from this misjudged muddle of a game.	Read review
MonsterVine	Joe Bariso	4 / 5 stars	08-10-2022	Strong satanic style outweighs nearly everything else even if the gameplay is a bit flat.	Read review
New Game Network	Joe Cabrera	84 / 100	08-15-2022	Excellent visuals, a bold and impressive mix of gameplay styles, a wonderful soundtrack, randomized character interactions, and hilarious dialogue come together to make Cult of the Lamb an intrepid adventure.	Read review
Niche Gamer	Matt Kowalski	9.5 / 10	08-16-2022	The game can make players feel a variety of emotions ranging from pure joy to depression. Random characters you meet along the way tales can have you feeling heartbreak. The betrayal or the death of a beloved cult member can leave a void that only monster slaying can satisfy.	Read review
Nintendo Life	Mitch Vogel	8 / 10	08-17-2022	Cult of the Lamb proves to be a remarkably fresh take on the roguelite genre, not just in its goofy and creepy aesthetic, but in its smart blending of action and survival mechanics. Gameplay remains tense without ever feeling like it's unfair and a steady stream of unlockables and collectables ensure that your efforts are always rewarded. It's just a shame that the performance isn't up to snuff, at least at launch, as that's really the only major complaint that we have here. We'd still give this a hearty recommendation to anyone who thinks it might be up their alley; it may not be everyone's cup of tea, but Cult of the Lamb proves itself to be a great new addition to the Switch library.	Read review
Paste Magazine	Moises Taveras	9 / 10	08-11-2022	It drops all pretenses and weaves conquest and violence of various forms (spiritual, physical, and systemic) into its systems and simple story very satisfyingly. At the end of the day, your cult leader is little but an avatar for destruction masquerading as a hero. How much more of a videogame could you be at that point? And for that frankness alone, Cult of the Lamb is more than deserving of high marks.	Read review
PC Gamer	Luke Kemp	82 / 100	08-10-2022	Unlike anything else, and able to meld its two disparate halves into something cohesive and satisfying. You won't feel fleeced if you buy this.	Read review
PC Invasion	Jason Rodriguez	8 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb relies on its demented humor and zany ideas that add charm. Sadly, some mechanics are either too streamlined or troublesome. You're bound to enjoy it for several hours until it becomes repetitive to a fault.	Read review
PlayStation Universe	Sebastian Hawden	9 / 10	08-23-2022	For a mish-mash of genres, Cult of the Lamb does an excellent job of making both parts feel significant and dependent on each other. It's gorgeous, rewarding and made me laugh throughout. As your cult progresses and you move on from cleaning up everyone's poop, you will see your followers flourish. Designing and maintaining your base is excellent and I enjoyed the rogue-lite runs that can be completed in easily in under 15 minutes. Highly recommended, cult-based, rogue-lite shenanigans.	Read review
Polygon	Kazuma Hashimoto	Recommended	08-10-2022	The roguelike action-adventure game Cult of the Lamb wraps the grotesque in a charming little package of characters that look like they could be pulled straight from a children’s story.	Read review
Press Start	Brodie Gibbons	8 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is sure to be a homegrown success on the back of its tremendous presentation, which is helped along by captivating notions of cultism and devotion. I just wish there was more of an accord between the game's working parts, which ultimately feels like a game of two individually brilliant halves.	Read review
PSX Brasil	Bruno Ribeiro	98 / 100	08-21-2022	A mix of farm building and roguelite, Cult of the Lamb is impeccable in what it sets out to do. It's wonderful the richness of detail and how it manages to combine totally dark elements with colorful and cute visuals in a story that keeps you excited even after hours of doing practically the same things – and loving every minute of it.	Read review
Push Square	John Cal McCormick	8 / 10	08-14-2022	Cult of the Lamb is a game that is much more than the sum of its parts. Taken on their own neither the combat nor the cult management would be strong enough to carry the title, but together they form a compelling whole that's then further enhanced by the delightful art style and pervasive sinister tone. It's evil and wonderful and more than a little unhinged. It's also one of the most impressive games of the year.	Read review
Rectify Gaming	Unknown	10 / 10	08-10-2022	It’s official, I am the newest member of the Cult of the Lamb!	Read review
Rock, Paper, Shotgun	Ollie Toms	Recommended	08-10-2022	A creative mashup of roguelite and management sim with oodles of character and charm, Cult Of The Lamb is a great (albeit finite) time for players with an evil streak.	Read review
Saving Content	Scott Ellison II	4 / 5 stars	08-09-2022	You’ll reap what you sow as you cultivate a cult following towards you goals. While it has many gameplay elements that are introduced over time, it can get overwhelming. This is a bigger game than it lets on, that said, I enjoyed engaging with everything it had to offer me. Cults have never been cuter, and the art style is a perfect match for the personality with such dark undertones that many will flock to. Cult of the Lamb is every bit successful as a roguelike as it is a colony management sim for a truly rich experience.	Read review
Screen Rant	Michael Riser	4 / 5 stars	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is a spooky-cute experience worth picking up, even if it can't quite make the final ascent to godhood.	Read review
Shacknews	Larryn Bell	8 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb's unique interplay of game genres is sure to make it a cult classic.	Read review
Skill Up	Ralph Panebianco	Recommended	08-12-2022	Video Review	Read review
Softpedia	Cosmin Vasile	8.5 / 10	08-11-2022	Cult of the Lamb has all the elements it needs to succeed in the modern action and rogue space. All combat mechanics are tight, the premise is weird but easy to grasp, and almost every action the player engages in has a clear payoff. I like the way being a good cult leader makes it easier to deal with combat sequences, powering a cool feedback loop.	Read review
SomHráč.sk	Vladimír Rusnák	85 / 100	08-18-2022	In spite of all of its faults, Cult of the Lamb is a strong showing for the genre that proves small heroes can do great things.	Read review
SpazioGames	Francesco Corica	8.5 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is yet another pleasant surprise from Devolver Digital: the roguelike and social simulation has made handling a cult not only fun and appealing, but adorable as well.	Read review
Stevivor	Hamish Lindsay	9 / 10	08-10-2022	While your mileage will undoubtedly vary, Cult of the Lamb is an easy recommendation – now excuse me while I get back to vibing to River Boy’s banging soundtrack.	Read review
TechRaptor	Alex Santa Maria	6.5 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is devoted to a mix of gameplay styles that just doesn't gel. It's an addictive way to spend a dozen hours, but it's nothing worth your worship.	Read review
The Escapist	Sebastian Ruiz	Recommended	08-10-2022	Video Review	Read review
The Games Machine	Francesco Alteri	9.5 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb looks like a roguelike in The Binding of Isaac way, but in reality, it is also a deep god game. The message behind the title is: you have to be afraid of losing those who the day before you treated as pawns. You feel omnipotent and invincible, but the truth is that you are a slave to others like anyone else.	Read review
The Outerhaven Productions	Chris Penwell	4.5 / 5 stars	08-16-2022	Cult of the Lamb is a fun town-builder with an equally amazing dungeon crawler that never stops until the final boss is handled. Paired with a fantastic-sounding soundtrack and sound effects, it's hard not to recommend this game to anyone.	Read review
TheSixthAxis	Nic Bunce	8 / 10	08-10-2022	I really can't give enough praise to the team at Massive Monster for creating something unique and memorable, and also one of the best indie games I've played in a long time. Sure, there's a few rough edges, but this charmingly bloodthirsty lamb that's hell-bent on slaying the unbaalievers has earned a special place in my heart.	Read review
Twinfinite	Andrew McMahon	5 / 5 stars	08-10-2022	You can keep your Elden Rings and Horizon Forbidden Wests; I’ll be on my cult farm raising crops and occasionally sacrificing my followers for the rest of the year, as Cult of the Lamb is an easy front runner for Game of the Year.	Read review
VGChartz	Evan Norris	8 / 10	09-10-2022	Its mixture of fast-paced rogue-like action and deliberate cult management works wonders, delivering crunchy, high-stakes combat and rewarding, open-ended simulation gameplay.	Read review
Washington Post	Alyse Stanley	Recommended	08-11-2022	If you have a dark sense of humor, “Cult of the Lamb” might scratch that itch. But once you get over the shock factor of all the horrific things you can do in the name of growing your flock, there’s not much meat left on the bone.	Read review
WayTooManyGames	Heidi Hawes	8 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is an absurdly delightful time, with fun gameplay, unique ideas, and a fantastically sick and twisted sense of humor.	Read review
We Got This Covered	David Morgan	4 / 5 stars	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb is a Satanic blend of a few genre greats -- the loop of action and settlement management is fueled perpetually by satisfying combat and rewarding unlocks. And it's all adorned with fantastic art direction and music.	Read review
WellPlayed	Mark Isaacson	10 / 10	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb stands as a true masterpiece of not one but two genres. I just couldn't find any issues that got in the way of my enjoyment of its various mechanics, and the love I have for my clan will continue long past the final boss encounter.	Read review
Windows Central	Zachary Boddy	4 / 5 stars	08-10-2022	Cult of the Lamb isn't always perfectly balanced, but it does expertly blend two opposing game genres into a unique, action-packed occult adventure oozing with personality. This is another shining example of unparalleled indie developer creativity.	Read review
Worth Playing	Cody Medellin	9 / 10	09-14-2022	Cult of the Lamb does an excellent job of combining two distinctly different genres into an absolutely fun experience. It helps that both genres are presented in their simplest form, rather than aiming for more advanced users with a bevy of options, so the mashup isn't so overwhelming. Both genres play well on their own, and the balance is thoughtful while still providing a good challenge.	Read review
ZTGD	Anthony Mann	9 / 10	08-25-2022	That’s why I think it is a disservice to label Cult of the Lamb as a rogue-like game. That is not the point. The point is to manage a cult while working a day job that just happens to be murdering elder gods in the forest and there’s no babysitter in the neighborhood that would agree to take care of your disciples so you just trust them to not kill each other whilre you’re gone. The depth of the mechanics are to be lauded as I think it’s the best cult management game out there. It refuses to go for simple concepts like “drinking the kool-aid” to build faith and actually makes each character in the cult have their likes and dislikes and forces the player to figure out the best way to deal with the cult as a whole so as to not lose faith in the player. The art and sound design just bring this whole game together into one of the best games I’ve played this year.	Read review

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Cult of the Lamb casts players in the role of a possessed lamb saved from annihilation by an ominous stranger, and must repay their debt by building a loyal following in his name. Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland worshippers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.

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