Cult Inc.: Ready to Dominate the World with Your Own Cult?

 In the vast universe of incremental games, where patience and strategy intertwine with the satisfaction of watching your numbers grow, a fresh and, curiously, sinister proposal emerges: Cult Inc. Developed by Backward Studio and OwenPaapie, this prototype available on itch.io invites you to found and expand your own cult, with the noble (or not-so-noble) goal of bringing all humanity under your influence and, of course, "purifying" your followers along the way. Because, as the developers rightly say, "sacrifice is a must."

The Dark and Addictive Premise

Cult Inc. is an incremental "clicker" game that immerses you in managing a constantly growing cult. Through a dark pixel art interface and a gothic atmosphere, you will face the challenge of converting "normies" into devoted members and, ultimately, ascending your cult to global supremacy. The game is built on three fundamental pillars:

1. Sacrifice: The Path to Greatness

Loyalty comes at a price, and in Cult Inc., that price is high. Sacrifices are essential for your cult's progress, providing vital resources for your expansion. It's a core mechanic that emphasizes the dark nature of the game.

2. Persuade: Convert the Curious

Your main task will be to transform skeptical visitors into devoted members. Only once they have fully given themselves over to your cult will they acquire true value for your purposes.

3. Attract: Expand Your Influence

To grow, your cult must be appealing. You'll need to devise ways to draw curious outsiders and wandering skeptics into your domain. The more you attract, the greater your potential for global "purification."

Technical Details and Future

The game is developed with the Godot engine and features a charming pixel art style that perfectly complements its dark and gothic theme. Currently in its prototype phase, Cult Inc. has already implemented save/load functions, and the developers are actively working on performance optimization, a common concern among players due to the increasing number of on-screen characters as the cult expands.

The itch.io player community has provided valuable feedback, highlighting the need for optimization, text/HUD scaling, and the potential addition of a more satisfying "ending," such as summoning grand monsters or a prestige system. The developers are attentive to these suggestions, promising an interesting future for the game.

If you're ready to dive into the art of dark persuasion and exponential growth, you can play Cult Inc. directly in your browser or download it for Windows from its official page:

Play Cult Inc. on itch.io!

You can also wishlist it on Steam: Cult Inc. on Steam