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CITY CONNECTION · Published by CITY CONNECTION · Official site ↗
Mostly Positive — 74% positive (97 reviews) · 13 achievements
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
The pinnacle of board game and card game fusion is back.
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Strategy · 2026 · More £15 - £30 games
Navigate complex strategy as you blend board game tactics with card play in Culdcept The First. Developed by CITY CONNECTION, this game promises a deep, engaging experience that fuses two classic genres into one.
About this game
The Culdcept series has captivated players worldwide. Now, the original masterpiece returns, enhanced with convenient new features.
Build your deck from over 300 types of cards and witness the dawn of a new battle among Cepter.
◆The "Book" of the Gods moves the world.
On the continent of Bablashca, where the chief god Culdra once clashed with the neutral god Baltias, humanity—Culdra’s final creation—had long flourished.
However, the world fell into chaos when stone tablets discovered across the land were revealed to be fragments of "Culdcept"—the Book of Creation and Destruction.
Driven by the mythical prophecy that "he who commands the Culdcept shall gain infinite power," Cepter began to fight one another over the scattered fragments.
As the ravages of war spread, a lone youth finally rises and sets out on a long, epic journey.
◆A Battle of Offense and Defense for Territory
Players become "Cepter" who wield cards, heading into battle with a self-constructed 50-card "Book" (deck).
Move across the map guided by the roll of the dice and summon creatures using cards on the spaces where you land. Any land where you place a creature becomes your territory.
By using Spell Cards, you can manipulate dice rolls, support your creatures, or sabotage your rivals.
The first Cepter to collect the target amount of Magic Power and return to the Castle (the starting point) is declared the winner.
After a match, you will receive a random set of cards based on your ranking. Incorporate these new cards into your Book and refine your tactics for the next battle.
◆Incandescent Battles Featuring 180 Types of Creatures
When you land on another player's territory, you must pay Magic Power as a toll. However, by summoning a creature and winning a battle, you can claim that territory as your own.
In battle, the key to victory lies not only in a creature's stats and special abilities but also in Item Card effects and support bonuses from the land or allies.
Seize territories and increase your Magic Power to gain the upper hand in the game.
◆Equipped with New Features for a Smoother Gameplay Experience
【Rewind】Rewind the game to any point someone passed a Checkpoint at a Fort or the Castle.
【Quick Save & Load】Enables you to save and load at any time, independent of the main game's standard save function.
【Bonus Pack】Increases the number of reward cards received at the end of a match. This can be toggled ON/OFF in the options menu.
【Reveal Hands】This feature allows you to constantly display both your own and your opponent's hand on-screen—information that was only visible at specific times in the original version. It can be toggled ON/OFF, and the display size adjusts automatically according to the game's screen layout.
【Language Switching】You can play the game in either Japanese or English.
Note: Save data is not shared between languages. Separate save files will be created for Japanese and English.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 11
- Processor: Core i5-6500
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GT 1030
- Storage: 1.5 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Supported Languages
Latest news
Patch NotesOfficial
Bug Fix Update Announcement
Thank you very much for playing Culdcept The First.Today, we released an update aimed at improving game stability and fixing known bugs.Fix Details:Reduced audio noise issues occurring in certain system environments.Fixed an issue where the game could stop progressing (e.g., failing to recover from a black screen), primarily on Steam Deck and certain hardware configurations.Improved overall application stability.We remain committed to providing ongoing support so everyone can enjoy the game for a long time to come.Thank you for your continued support.Read full article on Community Announcements (suisoiidx)Patch NotesOfficial
Demo Update
Demo Update NoticeBased on player feedback, we have released an update featuring bug fixes and specification adjustments.Please note that all adjustments made in this update will also be reflected in the full version of the game, releasing on Thursday, July 30.Update Details:Added the "In Game Volume" option to Extra Options, allowing players to adjust the master volume of the game.Added the "In Game Glyph" option to Extra Options, allowing players to change the in-game button icons to their preferred style.Changed the bonus card reward amount when turning ON the "Bonus Pack" in Extra Options from "+4" to "+10."Restricted the number of card rewards obtainable when using Rewind (available in the demo) or Quick Load (unavailable in the demo) to return to a match and win again after already receiving rewards.Changed the maximum card acquisition limit to 9 cards per type. Note: While the card acquisition screen may occasionally display numbers of 10 or higher, the amount will be automatically corrected to a maximum of 9 when saving.Fixed an issue where the game could stop progressing after receiving card rewards.Fixed minor button display errors within the manual.Fixed an issue where the game language would unintentionally default to English upon the initial launch.Fixed an issue where controllers were occasionally not recognized properly.Regarding Save Data Transfer to the Full VersionWhen migrating from the demo to the full version for the first time:Your demo save data will be automatically loaded upon launching the full version for the first time.Note: Please ensure that your demo save data remains in its default save location.When playing the demo again after having played the full version:If full version save data already exists, your demo data will not automatically overwrite it. Demo save data will only be transferred to the full version again if all full version save files have been completely deleted.Demo SpecificationsStory Mode: Only 1 stage is playable.Vers...Read full article on Community Announcements (suisoiidx)AnnouncementsOfficial
Free Demo Available Now – Save Data Carries Over to the Full Version!
The Demo for Culdcept The First is now available!Demo Specifications:Story Mode: Only 1 stage is playable.Versus Mode: Only 1 map is playable against initial characters.Cards obtained in this demo can be carried over and used in the full version.Demo save data will be automatically loaded upon launching the full version. The new Quick Save & Load features are unavailable in the demo. The Rewind feature is available.This demo is a work in progress. Content may differ from the final release, and availability may end without prior notice.June 15, 2026 UpdateDemo Update NoticeBased on player feedback, we have released an update featuring bug fixes and specification adjustments.Please note that all adjustments made in this update will also be reflected in the full version of the game, releasing on Thursday, July 30.Update Details:Added the "In Game Volume" option to Extra Options, allowing players to adjust the master volume of the game.Added the "In Game Glyph" option to Extra Options, allowing players to change the in-game button icons to their preferred style.Changed the bonus card reward amount when turning ON the "Bonus Pack" in Extra Options from "+4" to "+10."Restricted the number of card rewards obtainable when using Rewind (available in the demo) or Quick Load (unavailable in the demo) to return to a match and win again after already receiving rewards.Changed the maximum card acquisition limit to 9 cards per type. Note: While the card acquisition screen may occasionally display numbers of 10 or higher, the amount will be automatically corrected to a maximum of 9 when saving.Fixed an issue where the game could stop progressing after receiving card rewards.Fixed minor button display errors within the manual.Fixed an issue where the game language would unintentionally default to English upon the initial launch.Fixed an issue where controllers were occasionally not recognized properly.Regarding Save Data Transfer to the Full VersionWhen migrating from the demo to th...Read full article on Community Announcements (suisoiidx)Community & EventsOfficial
Joining the Steam Deckbuilding Fest 2026!
We are excited to announce that Culdcept The First Saturn Tribute will be part of the Steam Deckbuilding Fest 2026, running from May 4 at 10:00 AM to May 11 at 10:00 AM (PDT)!The pinnacle of board game and card game fusion is back. The original masterpiece that captivated players worldwide returns with convenient new features!Build your own unique "Book" (deck) from over 300 types of cards and immerse yourself in deep strategic battles as you fight to seize Magic Power from your rivals.Don't forget to add the game to your Wishlist!Stay tuned and get ready for the official release on July 30!Read full article on Community Announcements (suisoiidx)
