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Vladlen Manshin · Published by Vladlen Manshin
Very Positive — 82% positive (93 reviews) · 35 achievements
Last updated 8 Oct 2026
Complete the Path to Liberation in the mindfulness-themed idle/incremental game inspired by Buddhist philosophy. Enjoy a calm, atmospheric hand-painted Journey with strategic depth and multiple layers of progression.
Indie, Simulation, Free To Play, Casual · 2025 · More free games
Embark on the Path to Liberation in Four Divine Abidings, an indie simulation that combines strategic depth with calming, atmospheric gameplay inspired by Buddhist philosophy.
About this game
Complete the Path to Liberation in this mindfulness-themed idle/incremental hand-painted journey inspired by Buddhist philosophy.
Cultivate the Four Divine Abidings: Loving-Kindness (Metta), Compassion (Karuna), Appreciative Joy (Mudita), and Equanimity (Upekkha) - and apply them in various encounters.
Enjoy a calm atmosphere supported by hand-painted art and relaxing music.
Freely choose between active and idle playstyles, with fair offline progress upgradeable to up to 52 hours.
Your entire journey will be guided by a series of tasks that gradually introduce core concepts. With dedication, you can complete the game through a series of Rebirths, shaped by the Karma Seeds sown in previous incarnations.
Discover optional lore and unlock themed Skills, Insights, and Spiritual Tools as you progress along the Path.
Sow karma seeds to shape each rebirth and experience the journey in new ways.
Each step you make brings you closer towards the ultimate goal of Full Liberation.
Game Highlights
+ Narrated gameplay with dozens of tasks to follow.
+ The game is content-complete and can be finished.
+ 202 Milestones to claim, many providing unique permanent buffs.
+ 32 Skills and Insights to master.
+ Additional 20 Skills for Rebirth mechanic.
+ 9 Spiritual Tools introducing new mechanics and game loops.
+ Full support of both idle and active playstyles.
+ Many intertwined, evolving layers of strategic progression to keep you engaged through the whole game experience.
+ Hand-painted art, which many people find beautiful; soon getting its own offline exhibition.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: 7
- Processor: 2.0GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Graphics: DX10
- DirectX: Version 10
- Storage: 200 MB available space
- Sound Card: any
Supported Languages
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Mindscape: a meditation-inspired tower defense is released now!
Have fun!Read full article on Community Announcements (Four Divine Abidings)AnnouncementsOfficial
Dreams' demo is now available to play on Steam and web
The Dream's demo has been just released is available on the game's main page for Win, Linux and Steam Deck.There is a web version for other systems, including mobiles: https://fourda.itch.io/dreams-demoFeedback is much appreciated on Steam forums or Discord. Happy dreaming :)Read full article on Community Announcements (Four Divine Abidings)AnnouncementsOfficial
Introducing Dreams - the next game
Dreams is a meditative incremental experience where you interact with dreams in four phases: discover, expand, enjoy, and release. Each phase offers unique mechanics that go beyond simple clicking, requiring concentration, engagement, and optimization.DiscoverTouch the lights in the darkness to discover dreams.ExpandIlluminate dark areas to expand dreams.EnjoyEnjoy complete dreams and find hidden objects while energy is recovering.ReleaseRelease current dream by tracing along its edge; then move to a new one. ProgressUpgrade your home and masteries using earned experience. Dozens of choices offer customization and strategic gameplay.Embody dreams to their final form using memories, and receive additional bonuses.How many dreams can you weave before dawn?You can helpAs with the Four Divine Abidings, the Dreams will be very much shaped by player feedback. There will be a free demo, you can wishlist the game today to not miss it, and later share your experience in the Discord server.Read full article on Community Announcements (Four Divine Abidings)AnnouncementsOfficial
Game's art expo and new project
Some time ago, Natali, the Four Divine Abidings' artist, got invited to host a game's art exhibition. We are happy that this event took place, in a small cozy gallery in Budva, Montenegro.During the event dozens of people got acquainted with the art and the artist.I think Natali's works are apt to at least one more game. Postprocessed and stylized to a dreams theme, along with her new art, they will be featured in a new incremental/idle visual experience I'm working on.See you next game :)Read full article on Community Announcements (Four Divine Abidings)Patch NotesOfficial
Update 07.09.2025 Library
⬖ Added Library that features a new Timeflow mechanic and unites all lore and art in one place:❯ After the first Rebirth, use Insight to activate Timeflow and skip time forward, collecting all the rewards.❯ Use Merit to upgrade the length of Timeflow. ❯ Discover new setups that considerably speed the end game, especially getting those last Milestones.❯ View all unlocked lore and art in one place any time; enjoy new full window mode to view the art without distractions.⬖ Added new Path tasks that introduce Library and it's mechanics.⬖ UI/UX improvements.⬖ Save compatibility: your existing game will be automatically upgraded to include new features.Have fun :)Read full article on Community Announcements (Four Divine Abidings)
