Defend Your Throne: The Dark Queen of Mortholme Debuts on Steam & GOG

Gaming Staff • July 17, 2025

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The Dark Queen of Mortholme, a short-form anti-game developed by Mosu, is making its debut on Steam and GOG on August 15th. Previously an Itch.io exclusive, this indie game offers a unique experience where players take on the role of the Dark Queen, defending her throne from a relentless Hero. The game features multiple endings, branching dialogue, handcrafted pixel art, and a haunting score.

The Dark Queen of Mortholme is designed to be beaten in a single, emotional sitting and offers an arsenal of devastating attacks for the Queen to wield. Players can unlock achievements on Steam and enjoy the game with controller support and multiple language localizations. The game will be available for $5.99 (USD or local equivalent) with a 15% launch discount.

Monster Theater Games, the publisher of The Dark Queen of Mortholme, is a beacon for the strange, esoteric, and nostalgic. The company's ethos is outsider art and games that are small but powerful. Founded in 2022 by Eldar Basic and Valentina Castro, Monster Theater Games is a collection of game developers from diverse backgrounds, looking to make their mark in the games industry with The Dark Queen of Mortholme and future titles.

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