Cult of the Lamb Surpasses The Witcher 3 on PS Plus Extra in August 2024

In August 2024, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt joined the PS Plus Extra lineup, and many expected the 2015 Game of the Year to dominate. However, the real surprise was that an indie game took the top spot instead.

Recent data reveals that the hit indie title Cult of the Lamb from 2022 outpaced even CD Projekt’s critically acclaimed action RPG.

Despite The Witcher 3’s reputation as one of the best open-world games, it was no match for the quirky roguelike developed by Massive Monster and published by Devolver Digital.

According to a report by TrueTrophies (via Game Rant), The Witcher 3 saw a respectable player count boost of 130.93% after its addition to the PS Plus Extra catalogue in August.

But Cult of the Lamb surpassed expectations, with an impressive 338.81% increase on both the PS4 and PS5.

While direct comparisons between the two games might not be entirely fair, it’s worth noting that 55.4% more players were engaged with Cult of the Lamb than with The Witcher 3.

This data highlights just how much the indie game resonated with the PlayStation Plus Extra community.

Cult of the Lamb: Spooky Yet Adorable

Cult of the Lamb has quickly become a cult classic in its own right, and it’s easy to see why. The game’s first impression is its adorable art style, which contrasts sharply with the darker themes lurking beneath the surface.

Gameplay-wise, Cult of the Lamb is packed with action and rogue-lite elements that keep players hooked.

In Cult of the Lamb, players take on the role of a cult leader, managing followers, farming resources, and battling to expand their influence. The blend of cute visuals and eerie undertones creates a unique experience that stands out from other games in the genre.

For a deeper dive into what makes Cult of the Lamb so captivating, check out DualShockers’ review of the game. It highlights how the game balances resource management with humour, making it a peculiar title in the indie game scene.