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Steam app 2481020 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 23:27 UTC

Vampire Therapist

Guide vampires through centuries of emotional baggage, decades of delusions and the odd bout of self-loathing with real cognitive behavioral therapy concepts and become a Vampire Therapist! Even vampires need a shoulder to cry on when a neck to bite just won’t do.

Vampire Therapist Steam header artwork
Little Bat GamesLittle Bat Games
6playing now
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October 2026

Vampire Therapist was released on 18 Jul, 2024.

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Game information

Updated 12 Sep 2026, 23:27 UTC
App ID
2481020
Last updated
15 Apr 2025 build 18118415
Developer
Little Bat Games
Publisher
Little Bat Games
Release date
18 Jul, 2024
Platforms
WindowsmacOSLinux
Download size
1.99 GB1.99 GB1.98 GB
Install size
2.34 GB2.36 GB2.34 GB
Genres
Indie, Simulation
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Full
Achievements
34

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam CloudFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Full controller supportDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller Support

Accessibility

Popular tags

Visual NovelEducationLGBTQ+PhilosophicalVampiresDark ComedyHistoricalDark HumorStory RichChoose Your Own Adventure2DAlternate HistoryFunnyHorrorLore-RichCasualSimulationDark FantasyGothicAtmospheric
About this gameFull description from Steam
Vampire Therapist is the BAFTA-nominated narrative adventure / therapy simulator in the vein (get it) of What We Do in the Shadows, Young Frankenstein, My Dinner with André, and Horrible Histories where you play as a reformed bloodsucker helping other vampires find inner peace. This isn't your typical visual novel — featuring a fangtastic cast (such as Matthew Mercer, Sarah Grayson, and Cyrus Nemati), Vampire Therapist teaches real therapy concepts with a story that explores what it means to live, die, live again, and maybe even how to feel alive. Because even vampires deserve to love themselves. Step into the boots of Sam, a reformed Wild West gunslinger turned vampire therapist. After centuries of bloodshed, Sam teams up with a 3000-year-old blood-sucking mentor in a moody German nightclub, to guide fellow vampires through the twists and turns of their immortal existence — offering them a chance at self-acceptance in a world that feels ever more alien. From self-loathing vampires who’ve witnessed millennia of human folly to agoraphobic social media addicts, and even those grappling with the trauma of seeing too many awful streaming series (we’ve all been there), Sam’s got his work cut out for him. With each session, Sam will challenge cognitive distortions using real-life therapy techniques to help his clients reconnect with reality — even if reality has left them behind. You can’t fix the world, but maybe you can help other vampires accept it. That is, if you can accept yourself first. What Critics Are Saying: "It's simultaneously earnest and winningly ridiculous...a labor of love, and an original one at that." — The Spectator "Vampire Therapist is shaking a lot of things up in one very elegant bag." — Rock Paper Shotgun "Every single character was memorable, and the thought of even more quirky clients for Sam to treat is exciting." — GameRant "I came away from Vampire Therapist actively wanting to emotionally improve and be kinder to myself" - GamesRadar Real Therapy Concepts: You’ll learn and apply real cognitive behavioral therapy concepts vetted by licensed therapists. By challenging client statements that contain “cognitive distortions”, you’ll help vampires see where their thoughts don’t match reality. A Comedic Look Through History: Meet emotionally damaged vampires from ancient Greece, Renaissance Italy, Tudor England, and the Bronze Age. An All-Star Voice Cast:  Featuring Matthew Mercer (Critical Role, Baldur's Gate 3), Francesca Meaux (Hades), Sarah Grayson (Gone Home, Hades II), Kylie Clark, and the game's creator, Cyrus Nemati (Hades, Pyre). Unique Setting: Vampire Therapist merges cozy self-introspection with a dark European goth vibe. In fact, the whole thing takes above a goth club in Germany filled with willing necks to bite. Minigames: Learn mindfulness meditation, safely and consensually bite sexy necks! Peaceful Play: You can't lose in Vampire Therapist, and you'll always have a chance to learn and try again... just like life! If you're looking for bad endings or want to kill NPCs, Steam has many excellent offerings for you. NOTE: Please read the content warning thoroughly before purchase. The game deals with mature and challenging themes that are not for the faint of heart.
Content & age ratingsSteam content notice · 2 regional ratings

Content notice

Vampire Therapist explores sensitive and potentially triggering topics in a historical context, such as war, abuse, sexual oppression, suicidal ideation, religion, and addiction. Discussions of these events may be uncomfortable or upsetting for some readers. Vampire Therapist does not take a dismissive or trivializing approach to these topics, but rather seeks to comment on them in a way that is engaging, thought-provoking, and often humorous as a way to process trauma. However, due to the sensitive nature of the topics covered, some readers may find the content difficult to process. If you have a history of trauma related to any of these topics, please approach Vampire Therapist with caution and take care of yourself. Naturally, a game about vampires will also involve blood and sexual themes (though nothing explicit is shown). Strong language is also present. If you have any personal concerns about the content of Vampire Therapist, we encourage you to seek the advice of a mental health professional or support group before playing.

Regional ratings

DEJUS14Drogas ilícitas · Linguagem imprópria · Conteúdo sexual
IGRS18Rokok dan/atau rokok elektronik, minuman beralkohol, narkotika, psikotropika, dan/atau zat adiktif lainnya · Penampilan Tokoh · Horor
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: OS: Windows 10 Processor: Quad-core 2GHz or faster 64-bit CPU Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: DirectX® 11 compatible DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 16 GB available space Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Recommended

Recommended: Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

macOS

Minimum: OS: OS 12 Monterey Processor: Quad-core Intel or Apple Silicon Memory: 8 GB RAM Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system Recommended: Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

Linux

Minimum: OS: Ubuntu 20.04 LTS or SteamOS Processor: Quad-core 2GHz or faster 64-bit CPU Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVidia, AMD or Intel Graphics with support for Vulkan 1.2 Storage: 16 GB available space Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system Recommended: Additional Notes: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Supported languages1 languages
LanguageFull audio
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AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

34 achievements in total.

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First BloodAchievement
Dark PupilAchievement
Holstered upAchievement
Diligent DesperadoAchievement
Confident CowboyAchievement
First Blood Part IIAchievement
Mean HombreAchievement
Nice Shootin'Achievement
Master of the MindAchievement
Flawless VictoryAchievement

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DemosPlayable demos on Steam

30 developer announcements, May 2024 to Mar 2026 · times in UTC

March

  1. Get your therapy in more places!

    Greetings, dear mortals,We've been quietly working on our game, but we've got some fun updates for you!Sofa So GoodOne of the most important tools in a vampire therapist's toolbox is the couch itself. Are we to receive therapy in our…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

December

  1. Vampire Therapist is 35% OFF, just in time for the holidays!

    The holidays mean time off, cozy nights in, and finally working through that growing game backlog… meaning it’s the perfect moment to grab Vampire Therapist at 35% off as part of the Choose Wisely Steam Festival. If you’ve been waiting for…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

July

  1. Games That Change You

    Dearest mortals, We just got back from the Games for Change Awards, and we couldn't be more delighted to share that not only did we take home the award for Best in Health and Wellness, our dear friends at Torpor Games also took home the…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

June

  1. Vampire Therapist up for two more awards!

    Greetings dear mortals, Just a mini-update from your friends at Little Bat Games! We've been having an exciting and overwhelming awards season. It's incredible to see the critical response to Vampire Therapist and has given us a lot of…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

April

  1. Vampire Therapist Digital Art Book Now Available

    Dearest mortals, We just got back from our trip to the BAFTAs last week, which was quite a surprise for a small game like ours! Seeing our little Vampire Therapist up there with excellent titles like Tales of Kenzera: Zau, Kind Words 2…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

March

  1. Vampire Therapist is up for a BAFTA!

    Greetings, our dear mortals! We had to share some exciting news with you: Vampire Therapist is officially nominated for a 2025 BAFTA in the Game Beyond Entertainment category!…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

February

  1. Feb 9 Couples Therapy Patch

    Fixes many text and audio bugs in the DLC. Happy therapizing, dear mortals!

    Patch notes
  2. Vampire Therapist: Couples Therapy is ready for love!

    Howdy, cowpokes! We've got a juicy update for you today. Couples Therapy DLC Released We're delighted to announce the release of Vampire Therapist: Couples Therapy! Step back into the spurred boots of Sam Walls, now a vampire therapist…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

December

  1. Mac distortion bug fix

    Fixed a Unity bug for Mac that softlocked Drayne's 3rd session on distortion picking. All good now, enjoy!

    Patch notes
  2. Free Story Update: Fathoms Below

    Howdy pardners! We've got some fun stuff for ya this month. Free Story Update Today we're releasing the last free story update exploring the history of Andromachos, our mentor and hot vampire stereotype.…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

November

  1. Vote for Vampire Therapist in the Steam Awards!

    Hey undead cowpokes! Vampire Therapist is live in the Steam Autumn Sale, so grab a copy for that friend who could use a cowboy vampire therapist's kind ear! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44838963/387f66a6845965e0cac7af172986001c4336ad0d.png We're also…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus
  2. The Minigames Patch

    Greetings, dear immortals! We're going on a much-needed vacation, but we've got a patch for you before we get our not-so-eternal rest. Minigames Overhaul {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44838963/40b043f3f9b16f9106e8bf0f08bbbb7fdfcb80ac.png We've added…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

October

  1. Hotfix Oct 29

    There was an error where minigames would not load. It's fixed now, my sincere apologies! -Cyrus

    Patch notes
  2. "Couples Therapy" Is coming to Vampire Therapist + Free Content Update

    Two new clients with lots of problems What if "till death do us part" meant forever? Find out in Vampire Therapist: Couple Therapy DLC, coming soon to Steam! You'll get the chance to handle two clients at the same time in a story of…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

September

  1. It's Curtains For You

    Greetings, children of the night! We've got a special new patch you all today. You know how Vampire Therapist has a reputation as "that really cool and funny game with the wonky curtains?" Well, now the curtains are fixed! Why did it take…

    Patch notes
  2. Free Content Update

    Greetings, immortal therapists! Today, we launch the first in a series of free content updates that will give you the chance to ease the mental burdens of Andromachos, our 3000-year-old vampire. These short sessions (30-60 minutes each) are…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus
  3. Vampire Therapist Soundtrack Available Now

    Hey everyone! I've had a lot of interest in the Vampire Therapist soundtrack, so I talked to the licensors and got permission to make a playlist on Spotify! You can check it out now and take the sounds of Immernacht home. Enjoy! Link to…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

August

  1. August 26 Hotfix

    Hey cowpokes! I'm back from Gamescom and back to work on Vampire Therapist. I'll have some exciting announcements in the next few weeks, but for now, a few bugfixes: Fixes the Slow Learner achievement (just start from Sam's second session…

    Patch notes
  2. August 4 Hotfix - Listen to the music of the night

    It's Sunday night hotfix time for Vampire Therapist! Just a minor one today as I head to Leipzig for some reference gathering for an upcoming content update. Here are the changes: The audio state now saves so that music is at the right…

    Patch notes
  3. Vampire Therapist August 2 Patch: "It's Curtains for you!"

    Howdy, healers of the unholy! We've got a big set of fixes for you today, so we'll call it a full on patch. Here are the changes: New tutorial for the meditation minigame and updated prompts Full curtain reimplementation that should make…

    Patch notes

July

  1. Reverting to July 21st build

    Apologies everyone, but unforeseen issues occurred with Mac and Linux builds, as well as savegames. I will need to spend more time on the curtain update to get it working properly.

    Patch notes
  2. Vampire Therapist Hotfix #4 — July 25, 2024

    Uh. Hi. Me again. My new curtain implementation accidentally closed on Isabella in her second session, so I had to fix that. While I was at it, I fixed the bug where the buttons were too loud in the distortion picker. They are now properly…

    Patch notes
  3. Vampire Therapist Hotfix #3

    It's been a week since Vampire Therapist was launched, so what better time for a hotfix? Here are the changes for today: Re-engineers the curtain completely. It should be running much more smoothly without dropped frames. Updates the…

    Patch notes
  4. Vampire Therapist July 21 Hotfix 2

    Hotfix #2 is now live for Vampire Therapist on all platforms and stores! Thank you for your bug reports and patience. I do want you to have the best therapy experience possible. Here are the fixes today: Fixes Lord Luridus covering up Andy.…

    Patch notes
  5. July 19 — Hotfix #1

    Hotfix #1 has just been set live! Here are the fixes: * Missing voice lines re-added during Maxi and Reinhard neck sessions. * Fixes scene restart during Drayne's second session (new voiceover!). * Fixes scene restart during Edmund's second…

    Patch notes

June

  1. 🦇 SteamNext Fest is here, mortal compadres! 🧛🏾‍♀️ 🤠

    It's that excitin' time again – Next Fest is here! From now until June 17, a whole bunch of demos are live on Steam, accompanied by hundreds of streams, developer specials, and so much more. This is what makes PC gaming great, and we're…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus
  2. Interview with the Vampire Developer: Live Broadcast #2

    Enter the world of Vampire Therapist with its creator, writer and voice actor Cyrus Nemati, as he plays the NextFest demo of this hilarious and heartfelt analyze-'em'-up! Ask questions, watch sexy vampires, or just have a good time…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus
  3. Interview with the Vampire Developer: Live Broadcast

    Enter the world of Vampire Therapist with its creator, writer and voice actor Cyrus Nemati, as he plays the NextFest demo of this hilarious and heartfelt analyze-'em'-up! Ask questions, watch sexy vampires, or just have a good time…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus
  4. Vampire Therapist Cast Announcement, Demo Release and New Trailer

    Good news, dear mortals! The Nextfest demo for Vampire Therapist is now live, and that's only the beginning of the bloody exciting news. We've got a special one for you today! In creating a game where vampires feel all the feelings, we…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

May

  1. AMA with the Vampire

    We're hard at work polishing up the demo of Vampire Therapist to premiere at Steam NextFest, but in the meantime, we've arranged something very special. Andromachos is our 3000-year-old vampire therapist in residence, and he's taking…

    LittleBatGames-Cyrus

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