Netherworld Covenant

Netherworld Covenant

Released Dec 2025

In the abyss where the mortal realm and netherworld intertwine, become a warrior wielding the power of the Nether Lantern to fight along with the fallen souls. With hardcore, soulslike action and intriguing roguelike builds, shatter the cursed barriers and unveil the truth woven from blood and soul.

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Evaluation

Netherworld Covenant launched its full 1.0 version on December 9, 2025, after a roughly six-month Early Access period. The 1.0 release was substantial — it more than doubled the Early Access content, completing the game's story with Chapters 5 and 6, adding five new playable classes, four new weapons, new game modes, and a major overhaul of core systems. Since the 1.0 launch, MadGoat Game Studio has continued shipping updates at a steady pace. Version 1.1.0 arrived on February 12, 2026, adding weapon upgrade and enchantment systems along with new skins. Version 1.2.0 followed on March 19, 2026, with further equipment balance improvements, a new cosmetic outfit, and expanded weapon enchantment options. Most recently, Version 1.3.0 launched on May 25, 2026, introducing an entirely new game mode called Endless Frenzy and an additional character skin. This gives the game three meaningful post-launch updates between December 2025 and May 2026 — roughly one every 1–3 months. The developer has not announced any specific upcoming content, but also has not indicated that development is winding down. Given the active and consistent update cadence, the game is still receiving substantial ongoing development attention. The most recent communication was May 25, 2026, only about 26 days before today's date.
Evidence
V1.3.0 launched with Endless Frenzy, a new wave-based game mode, plus a new character skin and balance adjustments
news post · May 25, 2026 source content shipped
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V1.2.0 launched with equipment balance improvements, a new cosmetic outfit, and eight new weapon enchantment effects
news post · Mar 19, 2026 source content shipped
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Details

Publisher
Infini Fun
Achievements
25
Platform
Windows, macOS
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Netherworld Covenant is a dark fantasy 3D isometric action roguelike centered on precision combat and Soul Companion powers to deliver a hardcore, strategically rich experience. Control the survivor of a catastrophic disaster, wielding the Nether Lantern—a forbidden artifact bridging the mortal realm and the netherworld—to forge pacts with the souls of deceased allies. Venture into procedurally generated labyrinths to challenge corrupted heroes and demonic lords.

A Complete Evolution! The Final Covenant Begins!

The highlights of Official 1.0 Version comparing to the Early Access include:

  • Expanded Class Depth: 5 new playable classes: Berserker, Mage, Hunter, Shield Guard, and Useless Person; 4 new weapons: Double-Bladed Axe, Staff, Bow, and Spear

  • Comprehensive Gameplay Upgrades: 2 new game modes: Boss Rush and Chaos Mode; 2 new difficulty modes: Iron Crown Frenzy and Corruption Mode

  • Complete Story Progression: Addition of Chapters 5 and 6, completing the ending animation

  • System Overhaul & Massive Content Additions: Significant additions and restructuring of the Aura and Relic systems; Expanded variety of random events, accessories, and secondary weapons; Over 50 optimizations covering character mobility, resource allocation, and balance adjustments; 4 new character skins

The Beauty of Precision

Combat prioritizes tactical mastery over frenetic combos. Parry, dodge, and execute Ethereal Dash to evade attacks, then counter with lethal strikes. Every decision—timing, resource allocation, and positioning—deepens the strategic depth of encounters.

Bound by Souls, Empowered by the Dead

The Soul Companion system offers diverse combat strategies, featuring four distinct spectral allies: Swordsman, Ranger, Guardian, and Rogue. Harness their abilities to phase through obstacles, ambush foes from the netherworld, or evade fatal blows by shifting dimensions.

Corrupted Legends Await 

Face bosses twisted by malevolent soul energy—fallen lords, once-noble knights, primordial demons, and entities lurking in the dimensional void.

Sanctuary at the Edge of Realms

At the borderland camp between worlds, gather spectral allies, forge weapons tainted with demonic blood, stockpile resources, and piece together the truth behind calamity through fragmented dialogues. Will you redeem your comrades’ souls or remain stuck between life and death?

“The Torch’s light reveals no path to salvation, only the shadow of a gamble: as spectral forces tear through demonic throats, the wielder’s name may yet become another epitaph on the Covenant Stone.”

Last evaluated Jun 20, 2026
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