- This week's free mobile game on the Epic Games Store is Cultist Simulator
- Explore a world steeped in esoteric mysteries and occult practices
- Balance your health, finances, and sanity while uncovering hidden dimensions beyond our reality
The Epic Games Store's free game program excels at spotlighting underappreciated gems that many players might have missed initially. A perfect example is the unique digital card-based experience, Cultist Simulator, now available at no cost.
In Cultist Simulator, you begin as an ordinary citizen in early 20th-century Europe. After losing your hospital job, you face uncertainty. Do you turn to art, writing, or physical work, or do the cryptic papers from a former patient reveal a gateway to something extraordinary?
The game’s appeal lies not in micromanaging survival stats, but in the gradual immersion into a realm of supernatural intrigue and terror. Through dreams, ancient texts, and relentless study, you'll assemble the puzzle of an alternate reality—one that could fulfill your deepest desires or unleash your worst fears.
The core mechanics
Cultist Simulator’s minimalist interface revolves around managing various cards that symbolize aspects of your life, abilities, and resources. These cards may expire, transform, or degrade over time. Beyond basic needs, you'll contend with psychological states like fascination and the ever-watchful eye of law enforcement.
Your journey evolves from creating strange artwork to recruiting followers. Eventually, you'll hide bodies and orchestrate heists for forbidden texts with your devoted cult members.
Who said occult adventures couldn't be entertaining?
For newcomers, we’ve compiled nine essential tips to help you navigate Cultist Simulator’s complex systems. If you feel overwhelmed, consult our guide to master the game’s esoteric challenges.
