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Cult of the Lamb

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2022

Should you play it?

Start your own cult in a land of false prophets, venturing out into diverse and mysterious regions to build a loyal community of woodland Followers and spread your Word to become the one true cult.

What works

  • Addictive gameplay loop
  • Unique blend of roguelike and base management
  • Charming art style and music
  • Deep cult management mechanics
  • Engaging combat and boss fights

Things to keep in mind

  • Combat can feel shallow or repetitive
  • Late-game grind and rng frustration
  • Some bugs and technical issues
  • Limited multiplayer functionality
  • Micro-management can become tedious

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Noble Fates

  • Hero's Adventure: Road to Passion

  • Age of Wonders 4

  • Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader

  • Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Prophecy

  • Divinity: Original Sin - Enhanced Edition

Less dominating

Games that feels like Cult of the Lamb but with less domination over others

  • Hades II

  • Legendary Hoplite: Arachne’s Trial

  • Regalia: Of Men and Monarchs

  • Don't Starve Together

  • Lost Castle 2

  • Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous - Enhanced Edition

Less leadership-focused

Games that feels like Cult of the Lamb but with less leadership over others

  • Hades

  • Cinderia

  • Crashlands 2

  • Sun Haven

  • Nobody Saves the World

  • Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse

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How to read the map This is a polar difference map: direction = which motivation differs, and distance = how much (same units as the sidebar deltas).

Cult of the Lamb: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Domination, Leadership, Violence.

Last update: 03/08/2026