A brilliant graphic novel, with excellent artwork. Great for fans of the game, but equally a great introduction to it for anyone not familiar with the game or story.

The art style is very cute, which creates a good contrast with the themes of the story, which are pretty dark. The way action scenes are illustrated is very interesting and gives (literally) some punch. It's fascinating to see more of The Lamb’s personality, who is way less adorable in this comic book compared to the image I had of it with the game. Moreover, the supportive characters are also interesting, especially Nana, which is a character with a strong personality.
This book is especially great if you know the game.

Ever since I heard one of my favorite games of 2024 was getting a graphic novel, I’ve been chomping at the bit to get my hands on it. I’m so glad I finally did and the fun time I had!

Backstory for people who know nothing about this creepy cozy little game: in this hit indie game, you start out as the last lamb alive that is to be sacrificed. Suddenly, as you are at death’s door, a god gives you the opportunity to come back to life as long as you swear allegiance to them and promise to begin and grow a cult in their honor. You might be thinking to yourself, Raven, this doesn’t exactly sound very cozy. And yet, the lamb is the cutest little guy there ever was, with so many decoration options such as a cottage core dlc. Who would have known managing a cult could be cozy? 

Where the graphic novel starts is at the very beginning of our sweet lamb’s story. We get to truly experience the heart of the story from the lamb's perspective, making it even more personal than the video game. Each character is given such precious art that it hits that much harder when any of our cute animal friends die, making the story so much more real than when we see our small followers from a distance on our video game screens. I love learning more lore, some true to the game and some in ways that could diverge from the choices you make as an individual in the game setting.

I recommend this book both to preexisting lovers of the franchise and to newbies alike, although I do admit my love for the game gives me an extra attachment and bias toward my love of the book.

For both book and game, I would most certainly check trigger warnings. These both deal with heavy topics that while somewhat glossed over and cartoon in nature, can be triggering to some regardless. Calling this game “cozy” is for sure a debated topic within the cozy gaming sphere as there is a lot of violence in various forms.

Thank you to NetGalley and Oni Press for this eARC. I loved getting to dive into even more of the world of Cult of the Lamb! I cannot wait for the next comics to come out.

CULT OF THE LAMB VOL. 1: The First Verse – Horror Graphic Novel

Written by – Alex Paknadel
Illustrated by – Troy Little

‘In a land pervaded by cruelty and evil, the most innocent among us—young Lamb—was selected to become a noble sacrifice. . . . Their death would be the magical rite that would forever seal the darkest of the Old Gods out of our realm and usher in a new age of bounty.

‘So Lamb died . . . but then they made a deal of their own.’

Based on the video game, CULT OF THE LAMB—though I have yet to play it—I found the Graphic Novel to be a gore-filled-fun-fest, wiiiiith an exception to a scene at the end—Nope, no spoilers!

P.S. I LOVE The Artwork!

Thank you, NetGalley and Oni-Lion Forge Publishing Group, LLC., for providing me with an eBook of CULT OF THE LAMB at the request of an honest review.

It was so fun to have the video game format expanded into the comic book. I loved going deeper into the story and the art was great!

I loved playing Cult of the Lamb, so when I heard about the graphic novel release, I knew I had to get it. The story revisits the game’s beginnings but shifts the focus to the narrative side. While the hack-and-slash elements are still present, the real highlight is exploring the perspective of Nana, one of the lamb’s followers, and what it means to be a friend rather than just a believer.

The art is stunning, and the deeper story they’ve built around the world adds so much heart to the Cult of the Lamb universe. It’s not just about the action—that’s the game’s territory. This graphic novel captures the soul. Thank you, Netgalley for the ARC! 💙

Beware, all video game lovers!
The Lamb is here! This comic is fun, cute, still horror and just perfect for all fans of the game. However, I feel that it's for all readers, who look at the cover art and think "I want to experience this". This first volume was excellent and I can't wait for more.

Firstly I have to state that I was a huge fan out the game. Following on from that comes this wonderful publication.
This comic/graphic novel gels perfectly with the game in terms of both plot and appearance. It also duplicates the humour uses throughout the game.
All in all this was a fun and quick read which I would highly recommend.

First, I am not much of a graphic novel/comic reader, but I've heard so many good things about the Cult of the Lamb game and the story sounded interesting, so I wanted to give this a try.

Unfortunately, this did not work for me. I did not follow the story at all in the beginning which made me care less and less about the way things continued or the character arcs.
The artwork itself was stunning, but at times it was overwhelming to follow, especially with very little explanation of what anything was within the context of the story. All of the main issues are very early on, and largely due to the fact that I knew very little about this story/game going into reading it.

This was such fun, just like the game! Loooved the art, the storyline, simply a hoot and a holler!

Thank you to NetGalley and Oni Press for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was an entertaining read! I wasn't that familiar with the source video game, but gave me a good sense of what it is like. Some of the dialogue felt hard to get, and hence plot wise it was a bit hard to follow, but overall I enjoyed it and would read the following volumes!

Ummmm not sure what to say about this other than, it wasn't for me. I had heard about the story based on the game and was curious about the hype. Maybe the story works better for the game, but I just found it sad and brutal, which others enjoy. I wish there was more to the plot or else something positive/helpful to help get through the thought situation/battles the lamb was overcoming.

Beat for beat the game. Which is exactly what I needed. I've been meaning to play it but just haven't found the time, this comic series helps immensely.
I love Lamb. I love that since you would normally play as Lamb, they are non-binary. It's a beautiful little thing I noticed and loved.

My fiance has played the Cult of the Lamb game, so I for sure wanted to read the graphic novel. I liked watching him play the games. I love lamb, he't the cutest. I'd join his cult.

I don't know how the game starts, but the graphic novel starts with poor lamb's execution. He is brought back to life by a deity, so he could start a cult in the deity's name. Lamb has other ideas. He wants revenge.

I really loved the art style, while it is at times gory. I had a good time with this one, and am excited for the next one!


Thank you to NetGalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This comic is a cute and engaging continuation of the game of the same name. If you're a fan of the game, you'll like the comic. I hope they keep making these, they're great for worldbuilding and expansion.

Thank you to the publishers on netgalley for my copy! I've played cult of the lamb once through myself, and am currently playing through with my partner with the new multiplayer update!

The comic series follows the lore loosely set up in the world but expanding on it comprehensively, it's a really great read for anyone who enjoys the game & I'll probably be getting future editions!

The artwork is gorgeous, the colours used really good too, and the story is easy to follow & enjoyable!

I really loved this! Granted, I have a CoTL tattoo, so I'm clearly down bad. I thought that this fleshed out the inner workings of the world and the way the lamb's mind was working. I think that you may not be as hype for this if you haven't played the game, but I do still think it would be enjoyable! I love this game, and I loved this graphic novel, too.

This was SO good! I'm not sure, but I think it would be pretty enjoyable for people who haven't played the game. As someone who finally picked up the game earlier this year and fell into a DEEP spiral of obsession over it, I adored this. It was neat to see some of the inner workings of the lamb's mind and the minds of their followers! I'm really excited that there will be future issues and I can't wait to read them!

As an avid player and fan of Cult of the Lamb, I couldn't wait to read this graphic novel, and it did not disappoint! It perfectly captured the spirit of the game. The artwork was bold and eye-catching, and the story was fun and engaging! This was an absolute delight!

Cult of the Lamb, Vol. 1 by Alex Paknadel masterfully captures the essence of the game, weaving a story that’s as endearing as it is unsettling. As someone who adored the game’s blend of dark humor and chilling charm, I was impressed by how this graphic novel expands on its world. The artwork strikes a perfect balance between whimsical and grotesque, breathing life into the bizarre cult and its enigmatic leader. Paknadel’s writing is sharp and layered, delving into themes of devotion, power, and morality with a dose of biting humor.

What stood out most was the emotional depth given to the characters. The tension between the lamb’s benevolence and the dark forces guiding their actions was brilliantly explored, making this story feel both intimate and epic. It’s a bold, imaginative expansion of the game’s universe, with a narrative that stays with you long after reading. Fans of the game will relish every panel, and newcomers will find a captivating entry point into this macabre yet strangely uplifting world. A perfect 5/5.