Be My Horde News

💀 Changed the final dialogue after defeating the King to no longer close the game.

Praise be Moriana!
The Polished Games Team

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2499520/Be_My_Horde/

[h2]Hello, horde![/h2]

Tomorrow is a very important day for us. On February 1st, we’ll celebrate the one-year anniversary of revealing Be My Horde to the world! Yes, one year ago, we announced the game and introduced you to Moriana and her malevolent horde. It was one of the most pivotal moments in Polished Games' history. After that day, nothing was ever the same…

[h2]DOWN MEMORY LANE[/h2]

Looking back, we’re amazed at how much the game has evolved and how far our team has come. And wow, how naive we were back then! Check out this cringe-worthy announcement from last year (our writing has improved since then, we promise), where we boldly shared the Early Access launch date: February 29th.

Well… that didn’t happen, of course. And we have YOU to thank for that! As you know—because we mention it in almost every announcement—Be My Horde was originally planned as a small, experimental project to help us learn a few things and build our team. The plan was simple: announce it, release it, polish it, and speedrun to version 1.0.

But then you stepped in. Your overwhelmingly positive feedback inspired us to dream bigger, to delay the Early Access launch, and to create something much more ambitious. And the rest, as they say, is history.

The evolution of Be My Horde has been nothing short of amazing. Just take a look at how much the game has visually transformed since the demo days. And that’s not even mentioning the programming and design improvements under the hood!



[h2]BLAST TO THE PAST[/h2]

Today, we want to take a moment to relive the early days of Be My Horde. Just for a bit of nostalgia. Be sure to update the game—we’ve added a new (but technically old) skin for Moriana: The Shamebringer! It’s a classic look for our seductive necromancess, straight from the days when she led her hordes in the demo. Just a heads-up, though—this is an authentic throwback, so don’t expect animations or facial expressions. It’s classic stiff Moriana… as weird as that sounds.

However, it’s also a SECRET SKIN! That means you’ll need to take a very specific action to unlock it. As a reward for those who read our fascinating announcements, we’re revealing the secret here—giving you an edge over other players!

To unlock The Shamebringer skin, simply click TWELVE times on the Credits Structure in The Dominion. And… that’s it! The skin will be waiting for you in Moriana’s wardrobe.



The skin isn't all will bringing with this patch along. We also provide the game with a few bug fixes. Check the patch notes out:
💀 Fixed Moriana disappearing while reviving on the Grim Shepherd skin;
💀 Fixed resetting sound options on relaunching the game;
💀 Fixed starting screen always having 100% volume;
💀 Fixed Kingdom tab in the Achievements UI;
💀 Removed 'ESC' as a possible key bind in the Controls tab;
💀 Fixed Richard’s auto attacks not dealing damage to Moriana.

This is probably the last time we’ll be looking back, but this anniversary gives us the perfect excuse to do so. It’s been an incredible year, no doubt, but going forward, our focus is on the future!

In the next announcements, we’ll be sharing details about the exciting new level we’re working on. Expect reveals of enemies, features, and all sorts of fun surprises very, very soon. Stay tuned, and don’t forget to join our Discord server! There, we’ve launched a special thread called “Moriana’s Diary,” where Moriana herself will occasionally take you behind the scenes of her crusades.

Take care, and as always…

PRAISE BE MORIANA!
The Polished Games Team

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2499520/Be_My_Horde/

[h2]Hello, minions![/h2]

Moriana sends her dark regards and wishes you (and herself) a year brimming with wicked triumphs! May her hordes grow ever larger, and her followers fall deeper in love with her—even if, ultimately, they don’t have much of a choice.

So, what’s happening here at Polished Games? After a much-needed break, we’ve returned with our heads buzzing with ideas and our hands ready to bring them to life. We’ve dived straight into brainstorming, discussions, and planning sessions to shape what 2025 will look like for Be My Horde.

We’ll admit—we’ve been a bit reserved when it comes to sharing development updates. For example, we’ve never released an official roadmap (gasp!), and at this stage we probably won’t. BUT we’re committed to being more transparent in the months ahead. Be My Horde began as a small, humble project, but thanks to the incredible response to our demo (launched almost a year ago!), we’ve significantly expanded its scope. After the Early Access launch and receiving even more great feedback, we expanded it once more! In other words, you may say we were improvising quite a bit last year!

Now, as we move into 2025, our plans are finally crystallizing. While there are still some unknowns regarding specific dates and final content details, one thing is clear: we have a plan, and it’s an exciting one! To show our commitment to transparency, here are some FACTS we’re ready to share with you right now:

[h3]FULL VERSION - WHEN?[/h3]

The full version of Be My Horde will launch later this year. We don’t want to linger in Early Access for long (the project remains intentionally compact), so we aim to release the 1.0 version in 2025.

[h3]HOW MANY LEVELS?[/h3]

The final game will feature three levels, each boasting unique environments, enemies, mechanics, and, naturally, epic bosses.

[h3]NEW LEVEL - WHEN?[/h3]

The first level, “Kingdom” (starring Richard III Ovine), is already available. The second level is set to launch in a few months. Development on this next chapter of Moriana’s journey is extensive, so expect fewer major updates in the immediate future as we focus on making this addition truly special and huge.

[h3]MORE DETAILS?[/h3]

More behind-the-scenes content is on the way. We’re lifting the curtain on our development process with more work-in-progress reveals and fewer secrets. You can look forward to regular updates here, on our social media platforms, and especially on our official Discord server. If you’re eager for real-time updates on new content, changes, or improvements, be sure to join us there!

[h3]FINAL LEVEL - WHEN?[/h3]

The third and final level will arrive alongside the game’s full release in the second half of the year.

[h3]WHAT ELSE?[/h3]

We’re focusing on replayability. Beyond creating new levels, we’re dedicating time to introducing additional abilities and features to enhance the game’s longevity. This is a survivor game, after all, so we’re aiming to deliver a variety of options and achievements.

[h3]MORE STORY?[/h3]

The story of Be My Horde will expand, but don’t expect a sprawling RPG. While we’re committed to crafting an engaging lore, compelling characters, and a solid script, our focus remains on delivering a straightforward and enjoyable experience. You can look forward to more dialogue with Moriana’s foes, a few unexpected twists along the way, and more actors joining the cast.

[h3]MORE SKINS?[/h3]

Yes, there will be more skins for Moriana. ;)

In the coming weeks, we’ll begin unveiling details about the second level, which is set to launch in several months. Starting in February, expect regular teases of new enemies and mechanics. But why wait?... Please, say “hello” to ██████, the next boss Moriana will face on her path. Who is he? What’s his backstory? You’ll have to stay tuned to find out!



Finally, a huge thank you for your continued support! Reading your reviews, hearing your feedback, and watching you enjoy the game has been nothing short of a dream for us. Take care, and as always…

PRAISE BE MORIANA!
The Polished Games Team

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2499520/Be_My_Horde/

Achievements balance changes:
💀 Tomb Raider: Resurrect (800->300) tombstones during one game;
💀 Toxic Relationship Make (300->60) opponents poisoned at the same time;
💀 Souls Spa: Heal (1000->300) Moriana damage in one playthrough.

💀 Graveyard Supremacy has been fixed, and there should no longer be an issue where gravestones did not count as urns, and urns did not count as gravestones when completing achievements.

💀 Changed the order in which achievements are displayed.

💀 Fixed a few typos in Polish localization.

Praise be Moriana!
The Polished Games Team

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2499520/Be_My_Horde/

[h2]Hello, Horde![/h2]

WHAT A YEAR IT’S BEEN! As 2025 slowly creeps closer, we’ve decided to take a step back, reflect on the whirlwind behind us, and, of course… give away some gifts! Let’s dive in!

[h2]GHOST OF HORDE PAST[/h2]

When we first announced Be My Horde back in February, we had no idea where the journey would lead us. What started as a small, experimental project designed to help us learn a few things quickly grew into something far bigger than we anticipated. We thought, “Maybe someone will notice it, maybe no one will.” But the overwhelmingly positive reception flipped everything upside down. Thanks to your enthusiasm, we chose to dedicate far more time and energy to the game’s development than we originally planned (you can clearly see it by the Early Access launch date we shared in that announcement... ah, we were so naive). And what followed was nothing short of incredible:

Presenting the game at PAX East in Boston. Featuring the Be My Horde trailer at the OTK Games Expo. Showcasing the game at gamescom in Cologne (yes, THE gamescom!). Hosting a big, vibrant stand at PGA in Poznań. Amidst all the updates, contests, bug fixes, and moments of stress, there was also so much joy. Somehow, it feels like we announced the game just yesterday—and yet, at the same time, like it’s been 100 years.

And this is still just the beginning!



Thank you for sticking with us on this adventure. Your support has been the driving force behind this project’s growth. We couldn’t have dreamed of a better community—one so eager to share feedback, give us encouragement, and simply let us know how you’re doing. You’ve made this entire journey far more enjoyable.

If you haven’t already, be sure to join our Discord server! A whole community of necromancy adepts is waiting for you.

[h2]GHOST OF HORDE PRESENT[/h2]

We know we can’t thank you enough, but we do have a few gifts for you!

Hallo! Bonjour! As we’ve mentioned in previous announcements, one of our goals is to implement as many languages as possible into Be My Horde. While the process is gradual, we’re making steady progress every month. Until now, the game has only been available in English and Polish. But today, we’re thrilled to announce the addition of TWO new languages: German and French!

You can change the language in the options menu. We hope this update makes the game even more enjoyable for our players in Germany and France!



Our second gift is for everyone: TWO NEW OUTFITS FOR MORIANA! You’ll find these in Moriana’s delightfully eccentric wardrobe.

One outfit is immediately available for you for free during the festive season, but be sure to launch the game quickly and grab it! After January 19th, it'll start costing some souls! (don't worry, not your own, but you get it)
The second outfit needs to be unlocked by defeating King Richard III Ovine.
But don’t worry—if you’ve already taken down the bearded ruler, you won’t need to do it again (unless you want to!).



Beyond the game itself, we’re also working on some cool extras. One we’re excited to share now is an interview with Ryan Cooper, the talented voice actor behind King Richard. Ryan is one of the most genuine and charismatic people we’ve had the pleasure of working with and chatting with him was an absolute joy.

Feel free to watch the interview below—and don’t forget to send some love to Ryan! After all, the king (poorly treated by Moriana) could use some sympathy:

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[h2]GHOST OF HORDE FUTURE[/h2]

The gifts have been handed out. The update is live. So… what’s next?

For us, the next couple of weeks will be a time to rest and reflect. We’ll slow down, take stock of everything, and think deeply about what’s next. Of course, we already have plans for future updates. We know where we want to take you, who we want you to meet, and what adventures await you and Moriana. But now, it’s time to work out the details.

We know some of you have been asking for more transparency about what we’re working on. We apologize if we haven’t always been as open as we could be. It’s not because we’re hiding anything—sometimes even we didn’t know what was coming next! Planning is something we’re still learning, but we’re getting better at it.

The internal roadmap we created a few days ago feels solid, and we’re excited to bring you behind the scenes more often starting in January 2025. We promise: no more secrets… well, maybe a few. Surprises are fun, after all! But overall, we’ll be sharing much more about where Be My Horde is heading in the months to come. Stay tuned!

Alright, we’ve got a few loose ends to tie up before we take our well-earned break. As for you, go try out the new outfits, check out the interview with Ryan Cooper, and have a blast commanding your massive hordes of undead! Spending the holidays with Moriana sounds kind of cool, doesn’t it?

Take care, and as always…

PRAISE BE MORIANA!
The Polished Games Team

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2499520/Be_My_Horde/