The Ballad Singer

Released: Feb 15, 2019
Platforms: WindowsmacOS
Last updated: 08 Sep 2026, 19:52 GMT

Updates & announcements

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04 Sep 2026Developer post
Official Release Date Announced!
Hello Everyone, We are thrilled to announce that The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar officially has a release date! Mark your calendars: the journey begins on Tuesday, October 6th at 14:00 CEST . Global Launch Times Europe (CEST): 14:00 (2:00 PM) US East Coast (EDT): 8:00 AM US We
Hello Everyone,
We are thrilled to announce that The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar officially has a release date! Mark your calendars: the journey begins on Tuesday, October 6th at 14:00 CEST.
Global Launch Times
Europe (CEST): 14:00 (2:00 PM)
US East Coast (EDT): 8:00 AM
US West Coast (PDT): 5:00 AM
A Quick Update on Timing
Our original plan was to launch in September. However, during our final round of testing, we realized that taking a few extra weeks would allow us to squash remaining bugs and fine-tune gameplay balance.
We want your experience in the Holy Land to be seamless and engaging from the very first minute. Shifting the release to early October gives us the exact breathing room needed to deliver the polished title you deserve.
Get Ready for Launch
We are putting the final touches on the game and preparing everything for day one. If you haven't already, please Wishlist and Follow the game here on Steam—it helps us immensely with visibility and ensures you get notified the second we go live!
Thank you all for your patience, feedback, and continued support. We can't wait for you to forge your path.
Riccardo
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09 Feb 2026Developer post
3 Days Left: The Final Push! ⚔️
Knights, the final countdown has begun. We have entered the final 72 hours of our Kickstarter campaign. The campaign is progressing, momentum is building, and for the first time, the finish line is truly within arm's reach. We can absolutely do this. But we need to be realistic a
Knights, the final countdown has begun.
We have entered the final 72 hours of our Kickstarter campaign. The campaign is progressing, momentum is building, and for the first time, the finish line is truly within arm's reach. We can absolutely do this.
But we need to be realistic about the final obstacle. The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar is a deep, complex indie project. We know the quality is there, but the reality is that there are still thousands of RPG and Strategy fans out there who simply do not know this project exists yet.
This is where you make the difference.
We are at a tipping point where literally a handful of new backers could be the difference between this game becoming a reality... or fading away.
We aren't asking you to pledge more. We are asking for your voice.
How you can help us cross the line:
Message a friend: Do you know someone who loved The Banner Saga, Darkest Dungeon, or our first game? Send them a direct message with the link.
Share in a Community: Are you part of a Discord server, a Reddit thread, or a Facebook group dedicated to Strategy games or History? Post the link there. A personal recommendation from a fan is worth more than any paid ad.
Every single share counts right now. Your recommendation could be the specific one that pushes us over the funding goal.
Thank you for standing with us this far. It has been a long journey, but the end is in sight. Let's hold the line and finish this fight together!
👉 [LINK TO KICKSTARTER: Support the Project Now]
With gratitude, Riccardo
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03 Feb 2026Developer post
9 Days Left: The Fate of the Templars is in Your Hands! ⚔️
We are in the final countdown. Hello everyone, There are exactly 9 days left until the The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar Kickstarter campaign comes to a close. We want to speak to you from the heart: we are at a decisive crossroads. This project wasn't born yesterday. It is the
We are in the final countdown.
Hello everyone,
There are exactly 9 days left until the The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar Kickstarter campaign comes to a close.
We want to speak to you from the heart: we are at a decisive crossroads. This project wasn't born yesterday. It is the result of over 4 years of development, historical research, and design. We have been working in the shadows to create something that isn't "just a sequel," but a deep, complex evolution of the genre.
Why does this game deserve to see the light of day?
Because the depth we’ve built goes far beyond surface appearances. In Knights Templar, you aren't just managing anonymous pawns. The past matters.
Here is a concrete example of how your choices in recruitment change the gameplay:
The Butcher: If assigned to slaughter animals, he will be a valuable asset to your Chapter regarding food supplies. However, given his humble origins, he can only rise to the rank of Sergeant. His dowry will be minimal; do not expect substantial financial donations to the Chapter.
The Castellan: Having likely been trained by sword masters, he may start with a bonus to melee combat. Additionally, a lifetime of better nutrition grants him a longer life expectancy. His experience administering an estate has also gifted him with management skills that positively impact your workforce efficiency.
Learning who hides beneath the helmet will be vital for managing your Chapter's economy and battles. This is the level of complexity we want to deliver to you in its best possible form, without compromise.
The Reality of the Situation
With only 9 days to go, the road to funding is still steep. The risk that this work won't reach its full potential, or happen at all, is real.
That is why we are writing to you today: we can only cross the finish line with your help.
If you have been waiting for the right moment to support us, that moment is now. If you have already backed us, please tell a friend, share the link on social media, or post in your favorite Discord group.
Don't let this story remain unfinished. Help us forge the legend.
👉 SUPPORT THE PROJECT ON KICKSTARTER
Thank you for being part of this journey,
Riccardo
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14 Jan 2026Developer post
⚔️ The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar is NOW LIVE on Kickstarter!
Knights, the time has come. We are proud to announce that the Kickstarter campaign for our new strategy game, The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar , is officially open! Following the success of the first chapter, we return with an ambitious evolution: an experience that merges deep
Knights, the time has come. We are proud to announce that the Kickstarter campaign for our new strategy game, The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar, is officially open!
Following the success of the first chapter, we return with an ambitious evolution: an experience that merges deep narrative, complex management, and tactical combat.
What awaits you in the Holy Land?
3 Interconnected Pillars: Chapter Management, Narrative Choices, and Combat influence each other. Every decision has real weight.
Highlight System: Time stops during crucial duels. Play your cards wisely; every wound can leave permanent scars on your Brothers.
Historical Authenticity: From internal discipline to relations with the Papacy, France, and England, everything is based on real Templar rules.
Epic Art: Illustrations curated by Federico Musetti to fully immerse you in the medieval atmosphere.
We have prepared Exclusive Tiers for our backers, including the chance to design your own Noble Houses, Quests, and even incarnate "Evil" through unique demonic rewards.
👉 Back the campaign and join the Order
The fate of the Chapter is in your hands. The Curtel Games Team
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29 Nov 2025Developer post
Kickstarter pre-launch page is LIVE!
I am thrilled to finally announce that the pre-launch page for The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar is live! We’ve been hard at work on this title for more than two years, and it has already reached an advanced Alpha phase. On January 14, 2026 , we will kick off the Kickstarter cam
14 Feb 2022Developer post
The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar
We are happy to announce The Ballad Singer: Knights Templar a medieval game set in Europe and in the Holy Land! In the brand new Steam Page you can find the first images of the story and much more information about the game. if you like it don't forget to add it to your wishlist!
09 Sep 2020Developer post
Alchemy Emporium
We are happy to announce a new game we are working on: Alchemy Emporium! If you're curious, take a look at the Steam preview page (link below) and be sure to add the game to your wishlist !
05 Mar 2020Developer post
Patch 1.8
With this patch we have improved the management of the logic of the nodes to ensure that some of the problems you have reported to us no longer occur. Now you will find the story of the characters more coherent according to the previous choices. We have fixed the trophy of Ancora
30 Dec 2019Developer post
ANDROID VERSION OUT NOW!!!
We are happy to announce the release on the Google Play Store of the mobile version of The Ballad Singer. In this version you will find an interface completely renewed and suitable for mobile devices. You will be able to play the prologue for free and test the new features! Have
17 Oct 2019Developer post
Halloween update!
With the Halloween Patch we introduced 6 new deaths , this means 6 new narrative blocks within the game, all to be discovered! These deaths are scattered throughout the game and are valid for the "Sacrificial Lamb" achievement. With this patch we have further optimized the resour
With the Halloween Patch we introduced 6 new deaths, this means 6 new narrative blocks within the game, all to be discovered!
These deaths are scattered throughout the game and are valid for the "Sacrificial Lamb" achievement.
With this patch we have further optimized the resources within the game and corrected few audio files in particular in the Daragast and Ancoran paths.
You will also find several bug fixes in this new version of the game.
You may not have noticed it but in one scene in the Prologue, Daragast forged a sword and immediately after a horseshoe, now he forges just a horseshoe!
Furthermore, we have adjusted the contents of the store with the update to the "Steam Beta Store".
By updating to the Steam Beta you will have access to:

a new cover image with the "White Dragon" in your library;
Improved graphic effect of the achievements in the library;
Generally better content management on the same page.
To enable the Steam Beta store go to Settings -> Account -> Edit... -> Participation in the beta: Steam Beta Update.
After a short download you will have the Beta version of the Steam Store.
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02 Jul 2019Developer post
Patch notes 1.6.1
Patch notes 1.6.1 Release of MacOS patch and small bug fixes on the Windows version. WIP of an image of the game
01 Jul 2019Developer post
Patch notes 1.6
Patch notes 1.6 Thanks to your reports we have found a bug in the interpretation of some nodes that only occur in some very specific cases. The patch corrects, in particular, the paths of Leon and the Blood Magic and Daragast the Hermit. Soon we will release an update to fix this
16 Apr 2019Developer post
MacOS Patch
Improved and updated content within the MacOS version of the game. The goal of the patch is to bring content to a level as similar as possible to that of the Windows version.
25 Mar 2019Developer post
Patch notes 1.5
With this patch we have fixed some small bugs and the description of a Steam trophy. Patch notes 1.5 - Fixed the path of Daragast that if he decided to sleep outside the cave died without choice. We have added the necessary audio, choices and icons. - Correct description of the "
27 Feb 2019Developer post
Patch notes 1.4
With this patch we have made the logical behavior of some achivements more linear and fixed other small bugs. Patch notes 1.4 - Now the Steam achievement "Survivor" is unlockable even in Explorer mode. - Fixed a bug that showed a different maximum number of lives in Hesperia Citi
27 Feb 2019Developer post
Cards, medals, backgrounds and emoticons!
Steam has approved our Trading Cards and are now available to be collected and traded! If you do not know how to unlock emoticons, backgrounds and medals look here!
25 Feb 2019Developer post
Patch notes 1.3
In this patch we corrected some bugs and improved some aspects of the game interface. Patch notes 1.3 - Fixed the logical bug that did not allow to unlock the Steam trophy "Till death do us part". How to unlock the trophy: The trophy is unlocked playing with Ancoran from the begi
20 Feb 2019Developer post
Patch notes 1.2
Small bug fix for achievements - Fixed a bug that did not allow to unlock two of the Steam Achievements.
19 Feb 2019Developer post
Patch notes 1.1
With this patch we have corrected several bugs and introduced a new management of the audio at double speed. Patch notes 1.1 - Now the 2X audio is played through a different algorithm that allows the game to distort much less the voice of the narrator; - Fixed an Ancoran riddle w
15 Feb 2019Developer post
Patch notes 1.0
The moment has finally come, version 1.0 is online for Windows and Mac OS! Also, you can find a demo to try the game! Here's what we introduced: - Implemented the Trophy and Missions system. By completing a mission you receive an artwork of the work in progress of the game as a r

Updates & announcements

This is where you make the difference.

How you can help us cross the line:

We are in the final countdown.

Why does this game deserve to see the light of day?

The Reality of the Situation

Patch notes 1.6.1

Patch notes 1.4

Patch notes 1.3

Patch notes 1.1