World is dying! Can you survive? A new Czech-Slovak PC game!

Pact of Blood is a dark survival game where you explore a medieval world through magical portals. I'm developing the game solo as a student from Slovakia, and your support will help expand the content, finish the game, and release it on Steam.

  • Teleport into mysterious realms

  • Build your base inside a magic barrier

  • Fight for your life

  • Beggar → Hunter → Knight... but one step at a time

  • KCD2 has a cannon... A FREAKIN’ CANNON!!! YEAH!!!

  • You can leave the magic barrier... you can, but...

  • Make your home cozy

  • Use every portal for max loot

  • Unique crafting machines

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Zvolen, Banskobystrický kraj, Slovensko

All or nothing. Project finished on Jul 18, 2025 at 07:15.

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How It All Started 🔎

My name’s Laci, and I’ve been into game development for over 8 years now. I’ve thrown myself into it completely – it’s both a blessing and a curse. 😃 After dozens of mini-games, demos, and my first simple game on Steam, it was finally time to make something big.

Another Survival Game❓❗

Yeah, I know!!! That’s nothing new!!! And that’s exactly why I built the whole world around portal travel and discovering new locations. Not the usual open world where your biggest thrill is picking up sticks, but unique zones you explore one by one, slowly uncovering the secrets of this world. Survival here plays more of a background role – it keeps the tension up and pulls you deeper into the story.

About the Game 🎮

Pact of Blood is a dark medieval survival adventure with realistic graphics. You play in a shattered world ruled by blood magic. Your only safe haven is a base protected by an ancient magical barrier.

A portal is your only connection to the outside world. To gather new resources, you must use this magical portal, which opens only from time to time. It throws you into one of many dangerous locations, each revealing more of the game’s story.

At your base, you can build your own refuge – construct, grow, craft, survive.

But the world around you is dead. And full of “life” that wants to crush you.

What Will the Funds Be Used For? 🙏🏻

The money from this campaign is going straight into 3D models – because this ain’t Minecraft, where one cube fits everything from pigs to the whole universe. My game goes for realism, so I need lots of detailed assets – weapons, monsters, animals, trees, rocks, bushes… Some I'll bash together myself, some I’ll buy, some I’ll edit, and maybe the universe will drop a few in my lap.

I also want to level up the main character and the enemies. Every bastard in the game will have its own vibe. One will sneak up on you, another will leap at your throat, a third will curse you – and then spit on your back for good measure.

The goal is to release the game this year. Every cent helps – speeds up development, unlocks more options, and most importantly, lets me go all in on this project. Thanks for riding this with me! It’s gonna be wild!!!
(Well, if sitting 10 hours a day in front of a screen counts as wild – not sure about that, but I’ve gotten used to it 😅)

The Opening Story 📝

A hunter moved silently through the forest, tracking the prints of a deer. It led him deep into the woods, far from villages, far from everything. Suddenly, the sky tore open – an explosion shook both the heavens and the ground. And just like that... it was over.

Dark, bloody magic flooded the world.

Everything alive screamed, burned, and died. The land collapsed into chaos. But him – he was still breathing.

The ground beneath his feet began to glow with ancient energy.

An old sacred place, long forgotten among the roots of the forest, had awakened. It wrapped him in a magical barrier – the only thing that saved him from the raging destruction. From that moment on, he was alone.

Trapped in his own salvation.

But then, between the trees, a portal appeared. Mysterious… pulsing… ALIVE…

What’s Already Done? ✔️

• Portal mechanic – transports the player to random locations with various challenge

• Blood magic system – trade life for rewards

• Inventory system with fully working crafting

• Base building – procedural structures, defenses, crafting machines

• Combat system – melee and ranged (swords, axes, bows, crossbows, spears...)

• Farming system – planting, harvesting, processing

• AI for animals and enemies

What I’m Finishing Now ⚒️

• Controlling the portal using magical runes

• Creating and charging magical runes

• Expanding the base using magic

• New enemy types with unique combat styles

• Brewing potions

• Placing traps

• Animations and textures for the main character

• Animal husbandry at the base – bringing them through the portal, building pens, feeding, breeding

• Partially procedurally generated world

• Skill tree – character stats, new craftable items, magic and more

Who Am I 😊

Besides making games, I’m also a university student in Slovakia. My dad’s a juggler, and as a kid, I traveled around with him to all kinds of events – we cared more about fun than responsibilities. Maybe that’s why I’ve always preferred creating games over sitting in class. That’s why I pour all my time into game development (please don’t tell my professors 😅).

I’ve created tons of small free games for mobile and itch.io. They were my little experiments that helped me break into the world of game dev step by step.

Later, I released my first game on Steam – Ultimate Pain. It was simpler, but I learned a lot about publishing, marketing, and all the technical headaches that come with making games. I’m now building Pact of Blood on top of those experiences – with a much bigger vision, more heart, and real ambition.

I’m working on everything in Pact of Blood by myself. Not because I don’t want a team – I just haven’t found the right partner to share both the highs and lows with. So for now, I walk this path alone – but that only makes me care about it even more.
If you’re curious and want to see more, you can find me on all the usual socials (links down below). Check out what I post – or just send me a message. 😊

Why Am I Doing This?

I LOVE IT!!! It fascinates me how an entire world can be born from a single idea. And games? They bring that world to life. You can run through it, explore it, truly experience it.
That’s what I love. That’s what I want to do.

News

Jul 2, 2025 Portal control system - DONE!!!

Portal travel just got even better. From now on, players can preview what awaits them on the other side before stepping through, and they can even move the portal around the map using magical runes. Each rune has its own symbol, representing a different way to manipulate the portal's position. It’…

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Jun 27, 2025 Follow the game development on Trello!

Hey everyone! While working on the game, I use Trello to keep track of all my tasks and ideas. You can check out what I’m currently working on and what I plan to add in the future using the link below. If you come up with anything that could make the game better or just want to share your thoughts…

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  • sold 3
    ❤️ For a Good Feeling

    Because you’ve got a kind heart – you just want to support me. And for that, I’ll be endlessly grateful. ❤️
    And if your heart is extra huge, you can increase the amount – and I’ll be even more gratefuler…est. 😊

    Reward delivery: not specified

    EUR 5
  • sold 8
    ✍️ Your Name in the Credits

    Your name will be forever etched into the history of Pact of Blood! It’ll appear in the end credits and the in-game “credits” menu.
    Let the world know who helped bring this game to life. 😎

    Reward delivery: in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 10
  • sold 10
    ✨ PURE HEART – Spell

    • Discord role: PURE HEART
    • Unique ability: Light Orb
    • Game key
    • Your name in the credits
    You’ll gain a special ability – a glowing orb that floats beside you, lighting up dark places.
    It also boosts your health and stamina regeneration. The spell recharges automatically, so you can use it over and over.

    (This ability is not available in the regular version of the game.)

    Reward delivery: e-mail, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 19
  • sold 6
    🛡️ HOLY KNIGHT – Crusader Armor

    • Discord role: HOLY KNIGHT
    • Unique armor set: Holy Knight’s Armor
    Because of your calm mind and noble intentions, you’re deemed worthy to become a holy knight.
    You’ll discover the armor on the skeleton of a fallen warrior in the base – and you’ll be the only one who can lift it and wear it.
    (Not available in the standard version.)


    + previous rewards:
    • light orb spell
    • game Steam key
    • name in credits

    Reward delivery: e-mail, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 29
  • sold 15
    ⚒️ PALADIN – Two-Handed Mace

    • Discord role: PALADIN
    • Unique weapon: Two-Handed Mace
    Forget King Arthur and his sword in stone. This is a mace that weighs more than a chonky child and hits like a freight train.
    Protect the weak, crush evil – and look badass doing it.
    (Not available in the regular version.)


    + previous rewards:
    • holy knight's armor
    • light orb spell
    • game Steam key
    • name in credits

    Reward delivery: e-mail, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 39
  • remaining 9 from 10
    🎮 LAN party - Zvolen

    • PC setup with retro games
    • snacks and refreshments
    • Pact of Blood presentation
    • early hands-on testing before release
    • discussion and brainstorming new game content


    Remember those legendary games we grew up with? Come relive them and experience the true LAN party atmosphere like back in the day. Enjoy a relaxed evening full of nostalgia, gaming, and a great community while diving into retro classics. Plus, you’ll be among the first to play Pact of Blood and chat with Laci about the game’s development and future plans. Date and game selection will be finalized after the campaign. The event will take place in a beautiful historic building right on the main square of Zvolen.

    This reward also includes:
    “⚒️ PALADIN – Two-Handed Mace” for Pact of Blood:

    • “PALADIN” Discord role
    • special two-handed mace weapon
    • holy knight armor set
    • unique Light Orb ability
    • game key
    • your name in the credits

    Reward delivery: in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 59
  • remaining 41 from 50
    📜 STORYTELLER – Your Name in a Story

    • Discord role: STORYTELLER
    • A note with your name hidden in the game world
    In abandoned places, in yellowed pages of old journals or forgotten books… the player may stumble upon pieces of the past.
    And in one of them, there will be you – a legend, an observer, a character with a story.
    We’ll craft the text together, and you’ll have final say (within reason and the lore of the game).


    + previous rewards:
    • two-handed mace
    • holy knight's armor
    • light orb spell
    • game Steam key
    • name in credits

    Reward delivery: e-mail, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 79
  • remaining 23 from 25
    🖼️ LORD – Medieval Portrait from Your Photo

    • Discord role: LORD
    • A medieval-style portrait of you in the game
    Paintings of powerful rulers hang in forgotten ruins and haunted castles.
    I’ll turn your photo into an AI-enhanced medieval portrait and place it in random locations throughout the game.
    I’ll also send you a high-quality digital version – perfect for the family album.


    + previous rewards:
    • story note with your name
    • two-handed mace
    • holy knight's armor
    • light orb spell
    • game Steam key
    • name in credits

    Reward delivery: e-mail, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 149
  • remaining 10 from 10
    🎮 VIP LAN párty - Zvolen

    • PC setup with retro games
    • snacks and refreshments
    • Pact of Blood presentation
    • early hands-on testing before release
    • discussion and brainstorming new game content


    Remember those legendary games we grew up with? Come relive them and experience the true LAN party atmosphere like back in the day. Enjoy a relaxed evening full of nostalgia, gaming, and a great community while diving into retro classics. Plus, you’ll be among the first to play Pact of Blood and chat with Laci about the game’s development and future plans. Date and game selection will be finalized after the campaign. The event will take place in a beautiful historic building right on the main square of Zvolen.

    This reward also includes:
    “⚒️ PALADIN – Two-Handed Mace”
    for Pact of Blood:
    • “PALADIN” Discord role
    • special two-handed mace weapon
    • holy knight armor set
    • unique Light Orb ability
    • game key
    • your name in the credits

    Reward delivery: in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 159
  • remaining 10 from 10
    🗿 HERO – Statue with Your 3D Face

    • Discord role: HERO
    • A majestic stone statue with your face in the game
    Your statue will stand tall in the village square or the ruined halls of an old castle – a monument to the hero who once protected this world.
    I’ll need photos of your face from all angles (your friend can help), or I can meet you in person (within 300 km of Zvolen – no Africa trips
    😄 ).
    We’ll choose a heroic body for your statue, and you’ll be immortalized in the world of Pact of Blood.


    + previous rewards:
    • medieval portrait with your face
    • story note with your name
    • two-handed mace
    • holy knight's armor
    • light orb spell
    • game Steam key
    • name in credits

    Reward delivery: e-mail, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 399
  • remaining 3 from 3
    😈 BOSS – Enemy Boss with Your 3D Face

    • Discord role: BOSS
    • A unique enemy boss with your face in the game
    Yes, you’ll become a villain players will fight against… but let’s be honest – everyone remembers Darth Vader more than Luke.
    I’ll need full-angle photos to make your 3D model – or I’ll come to you (max 300 km from Zvolen – no Africa neither Antarctica trips 
    😄 ).

    + previous rewards:
    • hero statue with your 3D face
    • medieval portrait with your face
    • story note with your name
    • two-handed mace
    • holy knight's armor
    • light orb spell
    • game Steam key
    • name in credits

    Reward delivery: e-mail, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 999
  • remaining 2 from 3
    🧙 CREATOR – Powerful Mage & Location Based on You

    • Discord role: CREATOR
    • You become one of the three most powerful mages in the game
    • I’ll consult with you during development – you’ll be my partner 😊
    • A wise NPC mage with your 3D face and personal sanctuary
    At a key moment, a portal will take the player to your private sanctuary – an epic location full of secrets, magical relics, and traces of your legacy.
    Paintings, statues, books… maybe even a spell left behind for future generations.
    We’ll design it all together. This is your domain. (Within reason and lore limits, of course.)


    + previous rewards:
    • hero statue with your 3D face
    • medieval portrait with your face
    • story note with your name
    • two-handed mace
    • holy knight's armor
    • light orb spell
    • game Steam key
    • name in credits

    Reward delivery: e-mail, in half a year after the Hithit project end

    EUR 1,999