On June 19, 2025, Netherworld Covenant will launch worldwide in Early Access. Developed by the two-person Chinese team MadGoat Game Studio and published by Infini Fun, this 3D dark action roguelike delivers strategic combat and an eerie atmosphere. The release will be simultaneous on Steam and the Epic Games Store, supporting 12 major languages.

In this title, players take on the role of a warrior who survived the cataclysm, wielding the sacred Nether Lantern. With it, they can forge pacts with the souls of fallen comrades. The journey unfolds across the mysterious Langureg Lands, a labyrinth filled with Chaos-corrupted former heroes and powerful demonic beings.

The Early Access content includes four full chapters: Dungeons, Village, Coastal Fishing Hamlet, and Black Tower. Each area features distinct environments and unique enemy designs, culminating in encounters with two Elite Bosses and one Final Chapter Boss per chapter. Defeating these enemies grants valuable meta-progression rewards, and special encounters throughout the game unlock new abilities for the player’s arsenal.

Combat customization is one of the game's highlights. Players can experiment with different combinations involving Main Weapons, Nether Lantern Weapons, Ghost Skills, Protagonist & Ghost Auras, Accessories, and Relics. There are nine main weapons in light, medium, and heavy archetypes, as well as four unique Nether Lantern Weapons. Popular developer builds include "Time Stop," "Berserker," and "Frostbite."

Combat dynamics demand resource management and planning. Nether Lantern Weapons offer Suppression effects that disrupt enemy control, while Ghost Skills grant movement, ranged attacks, blocks, and AoE bursts. Balancing Energy and Stamina is crucial to maintaining an effective offensive rhythm and surviving increasingly dangerous dungeons.

Following the initial release, the studio promises regular updates with new chapters, bosses, build archetypes, weapons, and expanded world-building. The 1.0 version is in the pipeline, but the primary focus is on enriching the dark fantasy universe based on community feedback.

During the Early Access launch window, community events like speedrun challenges will be held. Interested players can join and interact through the official Discord channel.