Imagine being part of a cult—definitely not the most appealing situation, right? You’re stuck under a rigid hierarchy that keeps changing the rules just to maintain control over you. But leading a cult? Now that’s where the real thrill kicks in. In the game Whispers of the Eyeless, you’re given the task of organizing a cult to restore order in a city. With gameplay reminiscent of Darkest Dungeon, you’ll find yourself facing quite the challenge.
Set in a dark fantasy world, your mission unfolds in Aranthor, a city that’s strayed from the path of the Dead Gods. How could they? Your goal in Whispers of the Eyeless is to remind them of the actual might these eerie deities wield—all within the framework of a beautifully hand-drawn, turn-based RPG.
You start off by sneaking around, taking on guards to collect resources. As you grow in strength, you can rally others to your cause and expand your faction. With a growing number of followers, you can assign them their own tasks to serve specific gods that you want to appease. Meanwhile, you’ll need to strategize on how to spread your creed. Do you hold regular assemblies? Or perhaps something more dramatic to inspire true devotion? Neither decision is simple, so choose wisely.
The game unfolds through menus, dialogues, and some character animations as you plunge deeper into your cult leader role. This expansive new PC game offers a hidden depth akin to Darkest Dungeon or the lesser-known horror gem Iratus: Lord of the Dead. Games like these often gather dedicated fan bases—think about games like Hades and Hollow Knight—so it’s no surprise that Whispers of the Eyeless reached an astonishing 500% of its crowdfunding goal.
The story behind its development is just as intriguing. The game comes from Venris, a well-known modder for Total War: Warhammer 3, who gained popularity with the ‘Simply Fun Overhaul’ mod. Now with Evil Gingerbread studio, Venris has transitioned from modding into original game creation, delivering something unexpected and showcasing his talent beyond strategy games.
Whispers of the Eyeless is available now on Steam Early Access. If you’re looking for more gaming adventures, check out our lists of top roguelike and zombie games for some thrilling experiences.
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