TORMENTOR News

Hey everyone,

[h3]We want to share an update about the Tormentor crowdfunding campaign.[/h3]

After careful consideration and conversations with Kickstarter, it became clear that we couldn’t launch the campaign on their platform without compromising the core of what makes Tormentor what it is. The required changes would have altered too much of the game’s identity, and watering down its vision, as such, we did not want to compromise.

Because of this, we’ve decided to move the campaign to IndieGoGo. It’s a platform that allows us to present Tormentor exactly as we envisioned it. The move means we’re starting over, and our follower count has been reset, but the game remains unchanged.

Please support our campaign at the following link: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/tormentor-enter-the-nightmare-become-the-monster/coming_soon



We’ll continue to post updates, news, and previews directly through IndieGoGo. Thank you for standing by us. We’re excited to continue this journey together.

If you want to support us, wishlist Tormentor:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1493440/TORMENTOR/

Hey everyone,

We ran into an issue with the Kickstarter page. We're stitching things back together behind the scenes, and we'll return with more updates soon.

The page is still pending review and isn’t live yet. As soon as the new page is up and ready, we’ll make a proper announcement celebrating it.

Thanks so much for bearing with us and for all your continued support, it means the world.

~ MadMind Studio

In the twisted world of Agony, there are no heroes, only monsters. Among them, Ezekiel stands apart. Known only as The Tormentor, he is the original executioner, the embodiment of raw power, and the silent force behind the game’s darkest acts of violence. There is no joy in his work. No flair. No theatrics. Just pain, control, and absolute dominance.

Where other killers might gloat, Ezekiel does not speak. His silence is more terrifying than words. His strength is not just physical, it is primal.

Ezekiel Concept, 2023

[h3]A Mind in Decay[/h3]
Beneath the surface of this unstoppable killer is a man unraveling. Ezekiel is not whole. His mind is deteriorating, gnawed away by a mysterious mental illness that clouds his memory and thoughts. Every act of violence is both a release and a cry for clarity. He is desperate to stay in control, not just of others but of himself.


To fight the madness, he relies on a potent, experimental drug supplied through a shadowy criminal network operating within the prison. This drug keeps his thoughts sharp and his instincts focused, but it comes at a price. The more he takes, the deeper the hole he digs for himself. Ezekiel is constantly fighting a war inside his head, even as he dominates everyone around him.

This inner conflict is what makes Ezekiel more than just a killer. He is a man torn between two nightmares, the one he creates and the one he lives in.

[h3]Manhunt and the Reversal of Power[/h3]
In the rare moments when prisoners are given a chance to fight back, when the hunted become the hunters, Ezekiel becomes even more terrifying. He doesn’t hide. He doesn’t panic. He fights with his bare hands, relying on instinct and sheer force to crush the uprising.



While others might retreat or outthink their pursuers, Ezekiel only charges forward. Every encounter is personal. Every act of retaliation is answered with something worse. For him, fear is not a weakness, it’s a tool he wields without speaking a word.



[h3]The Face of Tormentor[/h3]
Ezekiel is more than a playable character. He is the face of Tormentor. The tone of the game is built around his presence, brutality, silence, and struggle. Where Bloody Mary is theatrical and cruel, Ezekiel is efficient and inevitable. Where she talks, he kills. Where she toys, he breaks.



But make no mistake, Ezekiel is not a mindless beast. He is a man who remembers just enough of who he used to be to know that he has become something else entirely.
And deep down, buried beneath the madness, he knows there’s no going back.




Follow and Back Tormentor when the Kickstarter launches:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/madmind/tormentor-enter-the-nightmare-become-the-monster


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March has been an intense month, packed with reveals, updates, and major milestones for Tormentor. From the highly anticipated Madnight 2025 event to launching the Tormentor Kickstarter, we’ve been pushing forward at full speed. Let’s take a look at everything that went down this month.



[h2]Madnight 2025 – Unleashing the Nightmare[/h2]
Our annual Madnight showcase was dedicated to Tormentor, highlighting its brutal gameplay, dark themes, and the fight against censorship. During the event, we:

• Showed gameplay commentary, giving a deep dive into Tormentor's mechanics and disturbing world.
  
• Revealed the torture minigame, breaking down its design and the twisted creativity behind it.
  
• Discussed how Nymphomaniac helped shape certain features in Tormentor and announced continued support for the game.
  
• Released a trailer for the Equinox Club update for Nymphomaniac.
  
• Conducted developer interviews, giving insight into torture animations, scripts, dialogues, and coding.
  
• Introduced Bloody Mary, a terrifying new character that brings a different kind of sadism to the game.
  
• Unveiled the biggest and most important premiere in our studio’s history.
  

🔗Check out the Full Madnight 2025 Recap:
https://steamcommunity.com/games/1493440/announcements/detail/573751255204102462



[h2]The Tormentor Kickstarter Page Is Now Live![/h2]
After months of buildup, Tormentor’s Kickstarter Page has finally launched! This is your chance to support the project and grab exclusive rewards. Every backer helps push the game to new heights, and your support is crucial in the fight against censorship. (The Campaign will begin mid-april.)

🔥 Back Tormentor on Kickstarter:
🔗 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/madmind/tormentor-enter-the-nightmare-become-the-monster



[h2]A Deep Dive Into Bloody Mary[/h2]
Following her reveal at Madnight, we took a closer look at Bloody Mary, showcasing her playstyle and new full-length Trailer.

🔗 Check out the Bloody Mary Steam Article
https://steamcommunity.com/games/1493440/announcements/detail/573751255204103811




[h2]What’s Next?[/h2]
With Tormentor’s Kickstarter underway, we are focused on bringing more updates, engaging with the community, and pushing toward our funding goal. Every bit of support counts.

March was a wild ride, but this is only the beginning. Thank you to everyone who has supported us so far. Let’s keep the momentum going!

🔗 Join the Community on Discord

🔗 Wishlist Tormentor: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1493440/TORMENTOR/

[previewyoutube]https://youtu.be/dZDL2tBCKoE[/previewyoutube]
In Tormentor, brutality is an art, and no two artists paint their horrors the same way. Ezekiel "The Tormentor" and Bloody Mary may share a thirst for pain, but their methods, styles, and personalities set them worlds apart.

With the legendary Shawnee Smith bringing Bloody Mary to life, she is more than just another executioner, she is a spectacle, a sadistic performer who thrives in the chaos of carnage.



[h2]The Art of Torture – Strength vs. Precision[/h2]
Every executioner has their preferred tools, and for Ezekiel, brute force reigns supreme. He revels in the raw, animalistic act of destruction, hammers, fists, teeth, and sheer overwhelming power. His kills are merciless, silent, and beastlike.

Mary, however, turns pain into a performance, accustomed to livestreams and a public view, she makes sure the crowd is entertained. Precise, elegant, and obsessed with the sight of blood. Her weapons of choice? Scalpels, sickles, and anything that slices deep. She wants her victims to bleed, suffer, and leave a trail behind them, knowing full well they have no escape.



[h2]Manhunt – When the Prey Strikes Back[/h2]
When the tables turn and prisoners are given a chance to fight back, Tormentor and Mary handle the hunt differently.

Ezekiel fights like a beast, using only his hands, teeth, and a knife for executions. He doesn’t need anything else, his sheer strength is his deadliest weapon.

Mary is fast, agile, and relentless. Wielding razor-sharp sickles, she can cut down prisoners in an instant. Any victim who tries to run will leave a bloody trail, leading her straight to their hiding place.
Ezekiel breaks you, but Mary plays with you, a cat toying with its prey before the final kill.



[h2]Shawnee Smith is Mary[/h2]

Shawnee Smith, known for her unforgettable role as Amanda Young in SAW, stepping into this blood-soaked role, Mary becomes more than just a character, she’s an experience. Her delivery, mannerisms, and sadism will turn Mary into a nightmare you’ll never forget.

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Bloody Mary Concept Art - Higher Res of these images can be found on our Discord.[hr][/hr][h3]The Nightmare Begins[/h3]
With both Ezekiel and Mary in play, Tormentor delivers two distinct styles of horror, one built on raw strength and brutality, the other on precision, speed, and the art of suffering.

You can watch her full reveal trailer, right here:
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Follow and Back Tormentor when the Kickstarter launches:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/madmind/tormentor-enter-the-nightmare-become-the-monster


Wishlist Tormentor and Join the Community server!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1493440/TORMENTOR/