- Hear My Cult — Progress Update (New Zealots and Calamities) - 22 August 2026
Hear My Cult — Progress Update: New Zealots & CalamitiesHello, Callers.The Cult keeps evolving.I've been working on making the battles of Hear My Cult more chaotic, varied, and unpredictable—both by expanding the types of followers you can command and by making the world itself fight back.Today I want to show you two systems that will be part of the final game: new specialized Zealots and biome-specific Calamities.New Zealot TypesYour Cult is growing, and so is the variety of followers willing to die for it.Alongside the existing Zealots, I'm introducing several new specialized archetypes with very different roles on the battlefield.Some of the new followers include:Revenants: Extremely slow, otherworldly Zealots capable of dealing devastating damage when they finally reach their target.Purifiers: Explosive followers carrying bombs into battle and bringing destruction directly into enem…
- Hear My Cult — Progress Update (New Roguelite System) - 28 June 2026
Hear My Cult — Progress Update (New Roguelite System)Hello, Callers.The Cult has learned.I've been reworking one of the biggest parts of Hear My Cult: the progression system during each run. The goal is simple—make every run feel more unique, more strategic, and more satisfying.New Zealot TypesYour followers are no longer all the same.As you level up, you'll now be able to unlock specialized Zealots, each changing how your army behaves.Current archetypes include:Ritualists: Long ranged Zealots that will attack from a distance with vile energy.Immolators: Self-Destructing Zealots that will target a group of enemies and explode on impact.Brutes: Slower but heavy-hitting ZealotsSummoners: They have the ability to spawn more zealotsEach brings new strengths (and weaknesses) to your cult, allowing you to build very different armies from run to run.New DoctrinesYour cult can now embrace power…
- Hear My Cult — Progress Update (New Biomes) - 14 June 2026
Hear My Cult — Progress Update (New Biomes)Hello, Callers,The ritual continues.While many of you have already descended into the first regions of Altherra through the Demo, what you've seen so far is only a small fragment of the world waiting beyond the veil.Today, we'd like to share a glimpse of some of the biomes currently being prepared for the full release of Hear My Cult.The Industrial Marshes of CindermarshA land of smoke, rust, and poisoned waters.Massive Ogre Corporates have transformed the wetlands into sprawling industrial complexes, extracting strange oils and ancient resources to fuel their ever-growing empires.Their factories never sleep.Their machines never stop.And beneath the sludge, something far older is beginning to awaken.The Elkien WoodsFar beyond the settled lands lie the frozen forests of Elkien.Here, the Scribes have secluded themselves from the rest of civilizat…
- Hear My Cult — Progress Update (STEAM DECK SUPPORT) - 3 May 2026
Hear My Cult — Progress Update (STEAM DECK SUPPORT)Hello, Callers,The ritual grows stronger.Since the Demo opened its gates, the cult has grown far beyond expectation.More than 9,900+ Callers have now placed Hear My Cult on their Steam Wishlist.To every one of you who stepped into Altherra, shared feedback, and spread the word—thank you.The Old Gods have noticed.And the work continues.✦ Steam Deck SupportThe ritual is no longer bound to the desk.The Hear My Cult Demo is now fully playable on Steam Deck.You can now descend into Altherra from your couch… or while traveling.Current state:Default controls are fully supportedController glyphs are fully implementedThe entire demo is playable from start to endNote: Key rebinding is not yet available on Steam Deck, so only default bindings can be used—for now.The cult travels with you.✦ What Has Changed Since the DemoWhile the cult gathers, the…
- MAJOR UPDATE — Sanctum Base Building & New Summoning System - 15 March 2026
Hear My Cult — Progress UpdateHello, Callers,The ritual grows stronger.Since the Demo opened its gates, the cult has grown far beyond expectation.More than 9,400 Callers have now placed Hear My Cult on their Steam Wishlist.To every one of you who stepped into Altherra, shared feedback, and spread the word—thank you.The Old Gods have noticed.And the work continues.✦ What Has Changed Since the DemoWhile the cult gathers, the systems beneath the ritual have been evolving.Here are some of the major changes currently being prepared for the next update:🕯 The SanctumA new system has been added: The Sanctum.Your cult now maintains a personal base of power, where permanent upgrades and rituals can be unlocked.The Sanctum allows you to strengthen the Cult Leader, unlocking perks that influence every future descent into Altherra.Your cult is no longer temporary.It persists.🩸 Revamped Minion Summ…
- Hear My Cult Demo OUT NOW - 29 January 2026
>> THE DEMO IS OUT NOW
- Hear My Cult Demo Releases on January 29 - 14 January 2026
Demo AnnouncementHello Callers,The official Demo for Hear My Cult will be released on:✦ January 29th ✦On January 29, the ritual begins.The Hear My Cult Demo will open to all.Every Caller—new or seasoned—will be able to step into Altherra and test their fate.Bosses awaken in the deep. Minions claw at their bindings. The world reshapes itself in anticipation of your arrival.This is not just a preview. It is an invitation.✦ What Awaits You in the DemoThose who answer the call will uncover:16 playable minions, bound by ritual and blood6 unlockable artifacts, each altering the path of the summoning2 playable decks / elements, shaping your cult’s identity8 main attacks for the Cult Leader, defining your personal doctrineA full roguelite map, featuring:BattlesQuestsCursed levelsShops and dark bargainsA first glimpse into the story, its rites, and what lurks beneath AltherraThis is only the beg…
- THANKS for 7000 Wishlists - DEMO OUT in January 2026 - 9 December 2025
Hello Callers,The veil trembles tonight.Your voices have gathered with a force I did not foresee— over 7,000 wishlists now echo through the halls of Altherra.I feel every one of them.Each wishlist is a mark, a whisper, a ripple of faith that strengthens the summoning. You have carried Hear My Cult farther than a lone Caller ever could, and for that, I offer my deepest thanks.In January, a surprise awaits you: the DEMO will open to all. Every Caller, new or seasoned, will be able to step into Altherra and test their fate.Bosses awaken in the deep. Minions claw at their bindings. The world reshapes itself in anticipation of your return.Join the Cult, share your visions, and help shape the next summoning: 👉 https://discord.com/invite/CMrWZwMJv9✦ What Your Support AwakensYour momentum fuels the next rites: new curses, sharper combat, darker secrets woven into the runes and the world beneat…
- Hear My Cult - Update 10/11/2025 - 10 November 2025
Beta Update: The Cult Ascends — Personal Power AwakenedCultists,As the Beta draws to its ritual end, we want to thank every believer who has stepped into the sands of Altherra. Your devotion, feedback, and chaos have helped us shape the Cult into something far stronger — and far stranger.This final Beta update opens new paths for every leader who dares to command the faithful. The whispers grow louder. The circle tightens. The Cult ascends.• Cult Leader CustomizationYou are no longer just the vessel of a forgotten god — you are the face of your cult.In this update, you can now customize your Cult Leader’s appearance and essence, choosing from new faces, garments, sigils, and colorations that represent your inner corruption or divine favor.Every leader carries a story. Now, yours will look the part.• Dash Idols — Motion Becomes PowerThe gods have begun blessing your movement itself. Dash…
- Hear My Cult - Update 07/10/2025 - 7 October 2025
🕯️ Hear My Cult Has Been Summoned for Steam FearFest 🔥The whispers were true… Hear My Cult has been chosen for the Haunted House FearFest showcase! From October 6th to 19th, our game joins dozens of terrifying indie worlds on Steam. 👁 Wishlist the game — every follower strengthens the Cult. 💀 Spread the word — the more who join, the louder the voice becomes.👉 Join us in the FearFest on SteamWill you hear the call?The Cult welcomes you.— Frogtrain 🐸🚂
- Join the Beta NOW - Update 08/09/2025 - 8 September 2025
Hello Callers,The gates are open. The whispers sharpen. For the first time, you may step fully into the void.We are launching the Hear My Cult Playtest—a chance for chosen Callers to walk Altherra before the rest of the world, to test the rituals, and to leave your mark upon the summoning.✦ What Awaits YouExplore Chapter I with evolving combat, curses, and the power of runes.Command your minions, dash through the dark, and face horrors born from machinery and myth.Confront the first boss, Xez’oatl—totem of rust, idol of dread.✦ Why Join the PlaytestShare your visions directly with us—the Cult listens.Influence balance, pacing, and the feel of the rituals.Witness features before they are sealed in code and shadow.✦ How to EnterGo to the Steam page.Click “Request Access” on the Playtest.Wait for the void to choose you.👉 Join the Playtest on SteamThe more voices we summon now, the stronge…
- Hear My Cult - Update 22/08/2025 - 22 August 2025
Hello Callers,The void whispers louder with every patch, and the rituals grow sharper.Over the last month, we’ve carved new power into Altherra—systems, spells, and shadows that change how you fight, feel, and fall.✦ The Rune Mechanic EmergesA new layer of devotion, carved in blood and ash:Your Main Attack now has a chance to summon Runes at random across the battlefield.Position yourself, command your minions, or sacrifice them to unleash new spells.A fresh layer of strategy that rewards risk, timing, and experimentation.✦ Combat Strikes HarderYour blades and curses now land with true weight:Overhauled attack animations for every weapon style.New hit reactions and timings that make combat more brutal.Screen shake, layered sound design, and upgraded spell impact.Every strike now feels like it tears deeper into the world.✦ Dash Through the VoidThe Caller’s movement has evolved:You can no…
- Hear My Cult – Play the Demo on Itch.io from July 29, 2025 - 29 July 2025
🎉 Play the New Demo of Hear My Cult on Itch.io! 🎮Cultists, the whispers grow louder... The first playable demo of Hear My Cult is now available on Itch.io!This demo is your first chance to step into the strange world of eldritch devotion, dice-powered combat, and unsettling mysteries that lurk beneath the surface of everyday life.🔥 What’s Inside:Summon Your Custom Army – Summon and command a custom army of minions to do your bidding.Roguelite Progression – Explore procedurally generated maps, choose your path, and face unique challenges each run.Cult Management Lite – Recruit followers, unlock perks, and strengthen your devotion to the unknown.Curse System (New) – Powerful modifiers that twist your strategy and test your survival.This is an early pre-alpha slice of the game. Feedback from you, our first believers, will help shape the full experience. Share your thoughts in the Steam…
- Hear My Cult - Update 17/07/2025 - 17 July 2025
Major Update: The Old Gods Stir — Dynamic Playthroughs BeginCultists,The winds of Saj’enar shift, and with them, the will of the Old Gods emerges...In this latest update, each new Playthrough is now shaped by an ancient power — one of the Old Gods that answer your call. Their influence will drastically alter your journey, granting unique boons or demanding terrible sacrifices. Who will heed your summons?Choose Your PatronAt the dawn of your descent, one of several slumbering gods will rise to meet you:Gah’jīs, Sand Dune God of Buried Wills – thirsts for Aurums and unearths the vicious Heet’Lash to fight in your name.Lae’sund, Crypt God of Lost Relics – watches without eyes, offering sacred Reliquiums to those who feed His hunger.Each god shapes your strategy, alters your priorities, and may turn a simple run into a war of devotion and blood.Dynamic Level EventsBut the divine influence d…
- Hear My Cult - Update 24/06/2025 - 24 June 2025
Hello Callers,The void churns, the glyphs writhe, and something ancient has awakened.We’ve just infused Hear My Cult with a new layer of cursed complexity—Anathemas—a system born from the darkest branches of your roguelite path. These aren’t just debuffs. They’re rituals in reverse. They mark you. They change you.Let’s descend:• Anathemas: The Curse is a ChoiceEvery map node is now a gamble.Anathema nodes offer rare rewards—but at a price. Step in, and you’ll inherit powerful curses that twist your run in brutal, unexpected ways.Each Anathema is:A unique, permanent modifier that haunts your character until the end of the run.Tied to a forgotten ritual—part lore, part gameplay mutation.Stored in your Artifacts tab, where it festers... and waits.Examples include:The Glass Veil – Your max health is halved, but your critical hits are doubled.Echo of Hunger – You can't summon Minions, but yo…
- Hear My Cult - Update 25/05/2025 - 25 May 2025
Hello Callers, The sand shifts, the code pulses, and the rituals deepen. We’ve just unleashed a brand-new gameplay trailer—a glimpse into the evolved horrors waiting in Altherra. With it, we’ve summoned a flood of graphic and gameplay upgrades that reshape your experience entirely. • Enhanced Visuals: New Lighting, Colors & FX Imo’tar sees all—and now, so can you. We’ve overhauled the entire visual pipeline to better capture the eerie beauty of the void: New lighting system that deepens contrast, shadows, and atmosphere. Rebalanced color grading to amplify emotion and mood. Richer shaders and new environmental VFX to make rituals feel alive. Camera shake and subtle screen warping during combat and spellcasting for extra impact. The world is now more cursed—and more gorgeous—than ever before. • Full PlayStation DualSense Support The whispers reach across dimensions—and platforms: Control…
- Hear My Cult - Update 25/04/2025 - 25 April 2025
Hello Callers, The Beta Testing Phase continues in full force, and thanks to your incredible feedback, we’re summoning some of our biggest updates yet. We're thrilled to announce the arrival of the first procedural region in the game: • Welcome to the Desert of Saj’enar A cursed, windswept wasteland filled with secrets and sacrifice: Hunt down scattered Villagers and Haywitch elites to claim their blood and offerings. Mine Saltrock deposits to gain rare materials needed for higher-tier rituals. Steal food supplies to keep your cult thriving amid the endless dunes. Discover ancient Altars, each offering unique sacrifice options that twist the fate of your cult in strange and powerful ways. It’s dangerous, chaotic, and ever-changing—exactly the kind of place Imo’tar would love to call home. • Controller Icon Support (PlayStation & Xbox) We’ve upgraded input feedback across the board: You’…
- Hear My Cult - Update 22/03/2025 - 22 March 2025
Hello Callers, The Beta Testing Phase is in full swing, and I cannot thank you enough for your feedback, bug reports, and suggestions! Your input has been invaluable in refining the game, ensuring every mechanic is both engaging and intuitive. With your help, we’ve made some fantastic improvements over the past weeks. Let’s dive into what’s new: 🟢 Minion Equipment Overhaul Minions are now better equipped for battle! Equipment readability has been vastly improved. You can now clearly see the weapons and armor your Minions are using, ensuring you make informed tactical decisions. New item tooltips help you quickly understand the effects of Minion gear at a glance. 🟢 Enhanced Readability & UI Improvements Navigating your cult's army should feel smooth and intuitive, so we made some major UI updates: Better visual clarity for Minion Cards, making it easier to see stats, skills, and effect…
- Hear My Cult - Update 22/02/2025 - 22 February 2025
Hello Callers, The Beta Testing phase is underway, and I want to sincerely thank everyone for the valuable feedback received. As this is a complex game, there are many aspects to refine and polish, and your input is truly appreciated. I’m excited to announce all the newly implemented features: 🟢 Sacrifice Minions Minions can now be sacrificed to activate a unique ability specific to that minion. The sacrifice-activated ability is displayed on the Minion’s Card info. Here are some examples: Abominations will spawn three attacking Rotting Worms when sacrificed. A Spellcasting Minion will grant nearby Minions a Spell-Resistance shield upon sacrifice. A Voodoo Slave will summon a Taunting Totem that attracts nearby enemies. 🟢 Introducing Idols Idols are statues that spawn during certain levels. They are procedurally placed throughout the map and can be unlocked by interacting with specifi…
- Hear My Cult - Update 21/01/2025 - 21 January 2025
Hello Callers, I welcome everyone to our Discord Channel, join to get more insights about Hear My Cult! Join Official Discord Channel: 👉 https://discord.com/invite/CMrWZwMJv9 In the Discord Channel we discuss: - Hear My Cult's features - Gameplay and mechanics - Minions, Spells, Artifacts and Perks Wishing you all a fantastic day, Callers! 🚂🐸 Frogtrain
