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13th Street Studio · Published by Top Hat Studios, Inc. · Official site ↗
Content notice: blood and gore, intense violence, body horror, strong language
Last updated 27 Sept 2026
A surreal survival horror that explores how your unfulfilled desire will manifest as your greatest torment. Explore the ruins of an ancient kingdom, fight monsters, and try to survive in this brutal world. Will you become its savior, or will you seek to destroy it? The choice is yours.
Adventure, Indie · 2026 · More free games
Embark on a journey through the haunting ruins of an ancient kingdom in BECROWNED. As you explore, fight monsters, and grapple with unfulfilled desires, decide whether you'll save or destroy this tormented world.
About this game
A tale of a man who became a prisoner of his own ambitions.
Richard Torrance is a man who will do anything to get what he wants: with strong will, unbreakable character - rationality, reason, and cold-blood, fate should twist itself around his finger. But despite striving to shape the world to his liking, he has never achieved what he truly desires - happiness.
The more Richard pursues this simple, elusive concept, the more he finds himself in bizarre, disturbing, and surreal places that shouldn't exist... but are very real. What led him to a world of endless suffering? Uncover the mysteries of your protagonist's past to find out.
A world woven from the nightmares of a distant past
Sinners, heretics, and even gods - how could such things exist in this day and age? Yet, they do, and all of their deepest fears and nightmares become your own. This merciless, twisted world is a prison for those who truly deserve punishment. In this place, there are no innocents, no kindness, and no mercy. Will you prove this truth or will you challenge it?
Varied gameplay, the possible and the impossible
Explore a vast castle and its surroundings, a decrepit hospital, and a strangely liminal motel. Discover hidden passages and optional puzzles. Battle a variety of enemies, each requiring unique combat tactics, and defeat challenging bosses. Survive this nightmare. Fulfil your desire. No matter the cost!
A nonlinear storyline and a living world that responds to the player's choices.
You will face countless choices, each impacting the fates of others imprisoned in this world. Will you spare a repentant killer? Will you risk your resources to save a random martyr from a gruesome death? Is it worth the cost? You will suffer the consequences. The game features multiple endings, ranging from happy to a true nightmare. Will you walk the path of a hero, or just kill 'em all? The choice is yours.
Classic survival horror
Explore locations filled with secrets. Solve puzzles, manage your resources wisely, and avoid unnecessary fights. Who knows what terrible creature might be lurking around the next corner…
Technologically advanced retro style
Modern technology, blended with a distinct retro style, creates captivating visuals that convey both the horrors and the beauty of the game's world.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i5-3470 or AMD Ryzen 5 1400
- Memory: 12 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1080 or Radeon RX 5700
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 12 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Intel Core i7-6950X or AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
- Memory: 12 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 1080 or Radeon RX 5700
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 12 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
BECROWNED DEMO: COMBAT & BALANCE UPDATE
Hey everyone!A new update for the BECROWNED demo is now live, focused on improving melee combat and overall balance on Easy and Normal difficulties.Patch NotesGameplayAdded new melee attack animations for the main character.Reworked melee attack mechanics. Attacks now push Richard forward, making combat feel more dynamic and impactful.Reduced HP and damage for all enemies. “Beakhead” and “Long Flesh” enemies now deal fairer damage during combo attacks.Revolver effectiveness increased.Axe effectiveness increased.Dodges are now more effective. Dodge distance has been increased, making enemy attacks easier to avoid.Visual UpdatesImproved image quality on Mac.Added navigation signs to the “Park” location.UIImproved the visual design of toggle options in the settings menu.Improved the controller settings UI. Fixed Xbox controller icon display during onboarding. Technical UpdatesImproved collision on certain objects.Improved rendering for certain environmental objects. Thank you for all your support and honest feedback on the BECROWNED demo. We read every comment and continue improving the game based on your feedback.Please keep sharing your thoughts, tell your friends about the game, and stay tuned for more BECROWNED updates through our official channels. And one more reminder: BECROWNED launches this fall.The demo is available now on Windows, Steam Deck, and macOS.Read full article on Community Announcements (Ernest Anpilov | BECROWNED)Patch NotesOfficial
New BECROWNED Demo Update Now Available
Hello everyone!A new update for the BECROWNED demo is now available. This update includes combat improvements, technical and QoL changes, visual upgrades, and the addition of difficulty selection. Full ChangelogVisual UpdatesImproved overall rendering qualityImproved the visual look of several locationsAdded blinking and eye movement for the main character and other charactersImproved the main character’s walking and running animationsAdded a new visual damage system for the main character and enemiesIncreased draw distanceAdded visual effects when healing the main characterAudioGeneral audio improvementsAdjusted the volume of certain sound effectsGameplay and UIAdded difficulty selectionAdded new Display and Game sections to the settings menuAdded the ability to open the settings menu during gameplayGeneral gameplay balance improvementsDialogue choices are now protected from accidental player inputsGeneral movement improvementsAdded D-pad movement support for tank controlsQoL improvements for inventory interactionsImproved dog monster behaviorGeneral combat improvements, including better hit impact and improved visual effects during combatChanged the save point location in the Castle Outskirts areaIncreased the penalty for solving the dead pilgrims puzzle incorrectlyGeneral improvements to in-game camerasAdded protection against the main character taking damage during transitions between locationsImproved radio interactionsImproved the Notes menu UITechnical UpdatesGeneral game optimizationFixed collision issues with certain objectsThank you so much for your support and feedback on the BECROWNED demo. We read and take every comment into account.Please share your impressions of the game with your friends, and stay tuned for more BECROWNED news through our official channels.Read full article on Community Announcements (Ernest Anpilov | BECROWNED)AnnouncementsOfficial
Release Window Trailer Debuted At Top Hat Studios Spring Showcase
Hello everyone!We're happy to announce that during our publisher Top Hat Studios's latest showcase today, we revealed a new trailer - and announced BECROWNED will be coming this fall! You can view the new trailer, which we're dubbing "A Kingdom By The Sea" below:We're very excited to start the rollout of the game. We'll have more news soon for everyone leading up the game's release. Thank you to everyone for continuing to follow and support the game!Read full article on Community Announcements (JB)AnnouncementsOfficial
Big announcements coming at the Top Hat Studios Showcase tomorrow!
Tomorrow, BECROWNED will be at the Top Hat Studios Spring Showcase.There will be a major announcement regarding a window for when you will enter the darkened kingdom; these rotted industrial husks; and these strange, unrealised desires that manifest as your fears... yes, your greatest desire is to play BECROWNED. Learn more about that tomorrow, at these links below. The show will begin at the equivalent of April 21st, 9am PDT / 12pm EDT / 6pm CEST / 7pm MSK.Or alternatively, you can view it on IGN.Thank you for your continued support of BECROWNED. You will get everything you ever desired...Read full article on Community Announcements (Aoiichi)Patch NotesOfficial
New BECROWNED Demo Update Now Available
Hello everyone!We have released a new update for the BECROWNED demo, bringing a number of visual, technical, and gameplay improvements. Thank you to everyone who shared feedback — it directly influenced this update.Changes and ImprovementsVisual UpdatesUpdated lighting and environment details across several locationsAdded new points of interestImproved visual effects, including puddles, blood, and other environmental elementsEnhanced the quality of certain cutscenesAudioAdded new sound effects for charactersGameplay and InterfaceFixed the logic of the item use iconImplemented fixes and improvements to the combat systemAdded the ability to skip videotape cutscenes in the officeFixed save indication issues when replaying the demoTechnical ChangesFixed a crash issue affecting the macOS buildFixed an issue where notes in the castle were not displayed correctly in some languagesGeneral gameplay balance improvementsImproved object collisionsVarious bug fixes and stability improvementsThank you for your support and feedback. Play the BECROWNED demo, share your impressions with friends, and follow our official channels for more news and updates.Read full article on Community Announcements (Ernest Anpilov | BECROWNED)
