The Lamb stands before a throne of bones and skulls, with a red stained-glass window above.

A character from Cult of the Lamb plays a banjo on a glowing crescent moon.

In Cult of the Lamb, a sinister owl-like figure presides over a ritual with hooded followers.

A ritual circle with a demonic figure in the center surrounded by cult followers.

Lead a literal flock as a fluffy religious leader in Cult of the Lamb, a roguelike dungeon crawler, base builder, and cult simulator where you play a sheep who is the Chosen One of an Elder God. As the Lamb, you are saved at the last second by the one-eyed god, who gifts you with eldritch powers and sits on your head like a bishop’s miter. In return, you become their prophet, gathering followers to your religion and bringing destruction to the unbelievers who dare to cross you.

With anthropomorphic art that looks like a cross between Animal Crossing and Cult Simulator, Cult of the Lamb brings on both the chills and the cuteness. You travel through various regions to look for followers to join your community. Have them gather resources, build structures, and worship your god through rituals. Deliver sermons to increase the faith of your followers. Determine if you’ll be a kindly shepherd or a tyrant to your flock. And finally, marshall them to defend your base against other hostile cults. Yes, other religions will seek to eliminate your fledgling community. Destroy them, absorb their powers, and prove the might of your god by raining literal fire and brimstone on the heathens. Who's god will reign supreme? Find out in Cult of the Lamb.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

: Can I permanently lose followers in Cult of the Lamb?
Yes, followers can die due to old age, starvation, disease, combat, or sacrifice. Their loss affects your cult's faith and resources.; How does the sermon mechanic impact gameplay?
Sermons boost your followers' faith, collect devotion for your structures, and grant powerful temporary buffs for your crusades.; What is the consequence of disobeying the One Who Waits?
Disobeying the One Who Waits will negatively impact your game, making the game harder. The severity of the penalty depends on the specific action and the game's progression.; How does the crusade system work, and what is its purpose?
Crusades are dungeon runs to gather resources, rescue followers, and defeat the Bishops, culminating in boss battles. They are vital for expansion and power.; What is the primary role of the resource 'Devotion'?
Devotion is primarily used to unlock and upgrade structures within your cult, allowing for resource generation, follower upgrades, and base improvements.; How do I manage follower dissent and its consequences?
Followers may become disaffected by poor living conditions, lack of food, or opposing doctrines. Dissenting followers can spread negative influence and must be managed through rituals, actions, or by imprisoning/eliminating them.; How does the 'Doctrine' system shape my cult's beliefs and actions?
Doctrines define your cult's rules and practices, influencing follower happiness, resource gathering, ritual options, and interactions with other characters.; What is the significance of the tarot cards obtained during crusades?
Tarot cards provide temporary buffs and abilities during crusades, enhancing your combat effectiveness and strategic options in the dungeons.; How does the 'Graveyard' mechanic influence the gameplay loop?
The graveyard allows you to bury your dead followers, and using specific rituals on the graveyard can give you resources. Neglecting it may lead to diseases and unhappiness.; What are the benefits of befriending and interacting with the various NPCs?
Interacting with NPCs unlocks quests, trades, and new abilities, or information. Some NPCs offer unique items, resources, or help in both the base and crusades.

Patch Notes

1.5.25 - 4/20/26 (Patch Notes 1.5.25)
1.5.24 - 3/10/26 (Patch Notes 1.5.24)
1.5.23 - 2/26/26 (Patch 1.5.23 Live)
1.5.22 - 2/17/26 (Patch 1.5.22 Live)
1.5.21 - 2/10/26 (Patch 1.5.21 Live)
1.5.20 - 2/5/26 (Patch 1.5.20 Live)
1.5.19 - 2/2/26 (Patch 1.5.19 Live)
1.5.18 - 1/29/26 (Patch 1.5.18 Live)
1.5.17 - 1/28/26 (Patch 1.5.17 Live)
1.5.16 - 1/26/26 (Patch 1.5.16 LIVE)
1.5.0 - 1/22/26 (Known Issues 1.5.0)
1.5.0 - 1/22/26 (Patch 1.5.0 Live)
2/7/25 (PC/Mac Hotfix Live)
1.4.6 - 11/18/24 (Patch 1.4.6)
1.4.5 - 10/22/24 (Patch 1.4.5)
1.4.4 - 8/22/24 (Patch Notes 1.4.4)
1.4.3 - 8/12/24 (Patch Notes 1.4.3 - Unholy Alliance)
2/8/24 (Hotfix Live)
1.3.5 - 2/8/24 (Patch Notes 1.3.5)
1.3.4 - 1/24/24 (Patch Notes 1.3.4)
1/19/24 (Mac Hotfix Live!)
1.3.3 - 1/17/24 (Patch Notes 1.3.3)
1.3.2 - 1/16/24 (Patch Notes 1.3.2 - Sins of the Flesh)
1.2.7 - 10/12/23 (Patch Notes 1.2.7)
5/16/23 (Twitch Integrations!)
1.2.4 - 5/10/23 (Patch Notes 1.2.4)
1.2.3 - 5/5/23 (Patch Notes 1.2.3)
1.2.2 - 4/27/23 (Patch Notes 1.2.2)
1.1.5 - 4/7/23 (Patch Notes 1.1.5)
1.1.4 - 2/1/23 (Patch Notes 1.1.4)
1.1.3 - 1/20/23 (Patch Notes 1.1.3)
1.1.2 - 1/20/23 (Patch Notes 1.1.2)
1.0.16 - 9/26/22 (Patch notes 1.0.16)
1.0.16 - 9/19/22 (Patch notes 1.0.16)
1.0.15 - 9/9/22 (Patch Notes 1.0.15)
1.0.14 - 9/6/22 (Patch Notes 1.0.14)
1.0.13 - 8/30/22 (Patch notes 1.0.13)
1.0.12 - 8/24/22 (Patch Notes 1.0.12)
1.0.11 - 8/22/22 (Version 1.0.11)
1.0.10 - 8/19/22 (Version 1.0.10)
1.0.9 - 8/18/22 (Version 1.0.9)
1.0.8 - 8/16/22 (Version 1.0.8)
1.0.7 - 8/16/22 (Version 1.0.7)
1.0.6 - 8/15/22 (Version 1.0.6)
1.0.5 - 8/15/22 (Version 1.0.5)
8/12/22 (Tier 3 Lock Out Bug Fix)
7/1/22 (Demo black screen bug fix)

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