Hello, Horde!
The hellish day has finally arrived! Things are heating up, and the flames of the underworld are rising. This is going to be one hell of a moment for us—and yes, we know, that’s already too many hell-themed puns in one paragraph. So let’s get to the point and say it together:
THE “WELCOME TO HELL” UPDATE IS LIVE!
(Moriana really hopes you read that out loud, minions)
March into the domain ruled by none other than the CEO of Hell himself—yep, the Devil—and convert his demon employees into your own grotesque yet oddly beautiful horde. But before you unleash doom upon another realm, let’s dive into what awaits. Because every crusade with Moriana deserves a proper briefing.
Without further ado... Welcome to Hell.
HELLISHLY HAPPY PLACE
Hated your job? Think again. We’ve found somewhere worse—Hell. The biggest highlight of this update is a brand-new level—and no, it’s not just a flaming reskin of Richard’s Kingdom. We’ve crafted Hell to be a completely unique experience. Let’s break down what makes it so different.
First of all, we introduce a Hostile Environment. Back in the Kingdom, you could interact with map elements like trees or crops. In Hell, environmental hazards don’t just sit pretty—they actively try to kill you.
LAVA PITS
These randomly generated puddles of molten doom damage both Moriana and her minions, while leaving enemies unharmed. Watch your step! One new perk does let you turn them to your advantage, but more on that later...
EXPLODING BLOBS
Horrific blobs that detonate on contact. If they start glowing, step away—fast. Thankfully, they’re just as deadly to your enemies, so make good use of them.
VOLCANOES
Speaking of explosions, Hell is full of them. Volcanoes are poorly secured (thanks, lazy demons) and highly explosive. Get too close, and they’ll erupt, causing a rain of destruction. Like exploding blobs, these can hurt your foes too, so use them strategically.
But not all dangers come from your own missteps—regular events trigger some. In the Kingdom, you were constantly attacked by waves of enemies. It all also waits for you in Hell, but with some extra deadly phenomena.
BOMBARDMENT
The sky is literally falling. Rocks crash down during certain events, and unlike some other hazards, they only hurt you. Watch for danger zones and try to keep casualties low.
FIRE TORNADOES
These flaming cyclones love to chase Moriana until they vanish on their own. Deadly and persistent, they’re drawn to her like moths to flame. (Because she’s hot. Obviously.)
We hope we have highlighted it enough—Hell is a dangerous place. And we haven’t even talked about who lives there...
DEMONS MAY DIE
A new realm means new enemies—and new minions. Back on Earth, you fought classic fantasy human units: peasants, knights, or mages. In Hell? Say hello to imps, goats, bombers, managers, directors, and... something that looks like a kettle full of tentacles.
There are six new units to claim for your horde, most of which are ranged attackers. This radically changes combat dynamics, so prepare for fresh tactical challenges.
IT’S GETTING COLD IN HERE
Wherever Moriana goes, chaos follows. Life becomes death, love becomes hate—and vice versa. So naturally, her newest powers bring a chilling contrast to the fire and brimstone of Hell.
Introducing three brand-new abilities:
BLIZZARD
Summons icy swirls that appear periodically, damaging and freezing enemies, leaving them defenseless for a moment.
ICE NOVA
Unleashes a frosty wave every few seconds, dealing damage and freezing nearby foes.
FROST BOLT
Fires cold projectiles when Moriana approaches enemies. Aim well—it’s easy to miss with poor positioning.
All these perks can be upgraded across multiple tiers, making them more powerful and valuable in battle. Experiment with them and gain a serious edge in battle.
Definitely test all new perks to become an even more formidable necromancess!
HELLISH EXPERIMENTS
Demon souls work differently from human ones. You can’t use them to build structures in the Dominion or buy skins, but you can invest them in Hellish Experiments.
Spend hell souls to unlock talent points and boost your minions’ health, damage, fire resistance, and more. You’ll need every edge, especially when you face the big boss… Speaking of which…
THE CEO IS ANGRY
Every corporation has a boss. And this one is... the literal Devil. Bored, bitter, and bound to the bureaucracy of Hell, the Devil now faces a new HR nightmare: you. Moriana is an unholy fly in his infernal ointment—and he’s not happy about it.
But who knows? Maybe Moriana will melt his cold heart?... No, wait… opposite. Maybe Moriana will freeze his burning heart?
Either way, prepare for a fight more intense than anything Richard III Ovine could dream of. Defeating the Devil unlocks a brand-new skin for our cold-hearted necromancess, so here’s your additional motivation to take him down!
BURNING CHALLENGES
“Welcome to Hell” introduces a few new in-game challenges that unlock additional upgrades. Push yourself and earn your rewards!
QUALITY OF (AFTER)LIFE IMPROVEMENTS
Looking at minor, but still essential, things, we added a new level selector. From now on, you can easily go back to the Kingdom if you decide that the temperature in Hell is too much for you, or if you just enjoy bullying King Richard over and over again.
Important note: You can now change the Hard Mode level or switch to the No Perk mode from this window. That said, the previous building for it is not obsolete as it serves now for the mentioned Hellish Experiments.
WHAT MORE?
Together with all this new content comes plenty of fixes and minor improvements. We have a few more announcements to celebrate this opportunity, so if you have come this far, you can check below to see what else we have in store.
TRAILER, Q&A SESSION, EVENT, AND A BUNDLE
We’ve also got a handful of extras to celebrate this infernal milestone!
First, we’re thrilled to unveil a brand-new official trailer for Be My Horde. The previous one has been with us since our Early Access launch, which feels like eons ago, and it no longer represents what the game has become. It was high time for an update, and we hope you’ll enjoy the fresh look!
We know this announcement is packed, but you may still have some burning (hehe) questions. That’s why we’re hosting an official Q&A session with the developers of Be My Horde.
Join us on May 29th at 11:00 AM (PST) / 8:00 PM (CEST) on our YouTube and Twitch channels. We’ll be playing the game live and answering your questions from chat. Can’t attend live? No worries—drop your questions in the comment section below, and we’ll make sure to address them during the stream. We’d love to see you there!
Also, we're excited to be part of Steam’s Zombie vs. Vampires Fest! Sure, Be My Horde doesn’t feature traditional vampires, but your minions are definitely zombies—rotting, shambling, and loyal to the bone. That makes us eligible, right? Dive into the event to discover great discounts, awesome demos, and plenty of bloodsucking fun. If undead chaos is your thing, this is your moment.
And finally, Be My Horde has joined a new bundle! We teamed up with Hyperstrange to bring you the “Be My Horde x Hordes of Hunger” bundle not long ago. If you already own our game, it’s the perfect time to check out what our friends are creating. Trust us—they’re worth the plunge.
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/52606/Be_My_Horde_x_Hordes_of_Hunger/
That wraps up the big stuff. If you’ve made it this far, you’re a true servant of our Lady. Now go forth, conquer Hell, and share your feedback on Steam or Discord. We’re dying to hear what you think of this massive update.
PRAISE BE MORIANA!
The Polished Games Team
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2499520/Be_My_Horde/