CULTIC
Action
Indie
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Steam Leaderboards
Family Sharing

Death is only the beginning. Crawl from your grave and gear up to fight your way through the ranks of a mysterious and twisted cult. You, your guns, and your dynamite will have to shoot, slide, blast, duck, dodge, and maybe throw a gib or two to survive in this old-school-inspired shooter.

Developers: Jasozz Games
Publishers: 3D Realms
Release Date: Oct 13, 2022
Price (USD): $9.99
Current Players: 450

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Overwhelmingly Positive(98%)
Satisfying gunplay
Immersive atmosphere
Engaging gameplay
Distinct art style
Retro nostalgia
Art style impact
Peripheral storyline
Enemy visibility
Short length
Visual clutter
Clumsy movement
Reviews indicate a strong appreciation for Cultic's engaging gameplay and immersive atmosphere, reflecting positively on its similarities to classic shooters like Blood. Players celebrate the combination of retro visuals with modern mechanics that maintain a distinct identity. However, there is some criticism regarding the game's length and the retro art style's impact on visibility, leading to mixed feelings about these aspects. Overall, Cultic is viewed as a must-play for fans of retro shooters, even though players hope for extended content with future chapters.

Positive Points

  • Cultic is praised for its satisfying gunplay, with weapons that feel impactful and well-designed.
  • The game's atmosphere is highly appreciated, combining eerie horror elements with intense action.
  • Levels are designed with a variety of layouts and encourage exploration, offering numerous secrets and paths.
  • The game has a distinct and appreciated art style, blending retro visuals with modern mechanics.
  • Negative Points

  • Some players mention occasional difficulty in distinguishing enemies from the background due to the art style and color palette.
  • The game is noted to be short in length, with players expressing a desire for more content.
  • A few players find certain movement mechanics or levels to be clumsy or difficult to navigate.
  • Mixed Points

  • While the game's visuals are praised for their style, the heavy use of retro graphics can also be seen as overwhelming or detracting from enemy visibility.
  • The storyline is present but considered peripheral by many, providing atmosphere but not deeply integrated into gameplay.
  • Common Themes

  • The comparison to classic shooters, particularly Blood, is frequent, suggesting Cultic evokes nostalgia while adding fresh elements.
  • Gameplay that mixes horror and action is highlighted, with some noting the tension builds effectively without relying on cheap scare tactics.
  • Despite limited content, the quality and polish are consistently recognized across reviews, emphasizing the game's value especially given it was largely created by one developer.
  • Updated 9/19/2025, 12:01:42 AM UTC