Healing isn’t just for the living. Vampire Therapist, the BAFTA-nominated visual novel from Little Bat Games and Ultimate Games S.A., is making the leap to consoles later this month. After its PC debut in 2024, the darkly comedic therapy adventure is set to launch on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch on February 17, 2026, with Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S following on March 5, 2026.
Blending real-world therapy concepts with immortal angst, Vampire Therapist offers a refreshingly thoughtful take on the vampire genre—one focused less on bloodlust and more on self-acceptance.
A Vampire Visual Novel About Healing and Self-Reflection
In Vampire Therapist, players step into the role of a reformed Wild West gunslinger turned vampire therapist. Rather than hunting humans, your job is to guide emotionally troubled undead clients through centuries of unresolved trauma.
Using principles rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy, players help vampires confront distorted thinking patterns, challenge harmful beliefs, and slowly make peace with their immortal existence. The outside world may never fully accept them—but maybe, with your help, they can accept themselves.
Real Therapy Concepts With a Supernatural Twist
One of Vampire Therapist’s standout features is its commitment to authenticity. The game’s therapy mechanics are based on real cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, vetted by licensed therapists. Players identify cognitive distortions in client dialogue and respond thoughtfully, encouraging healthier perspectives without judgment.
It’s an approachable, educational experience wrapped in sharp humor and gothic charm.
Meet Emotionally Damaged Vampires From Across History
Each client brings their own historical baggage. Over the course of the game, players encounter vampires from:
- Ancient Greece
- Renaissance Italy
- Revolutionary France
- Tudor England
- Iron Age Ireland
These immortal patients provide both comedy and emotional depth, offering unique perspectives shaped by centuries of regret, denial, and existential dread.
Console Edition Includes All Content and Improvements
The console release of Vampire Therapist comes fully loaded. Players will receive:
- The complete base game
- All previously released free content updates
- The Couples Therapy DLC, included at no extra cost
The game has also been optimized with improved controller support, making it perfect for relaxed couch play—whether you’re on a chaise longue or your favorite sofa.
An All-Star Voice Cast and Distinctive Atmosphere
Vampire Therapist features a talented voice cast, including Matthew Mercer, Francesca Meaux, Sarah Grayson, Kylie Clark, and creator Cyrus Nemati himself. The performances bring warmth and humor to the game’s introspective tone.
The setting adds to its charm: a cozy therapy practice located above a goth club in Germany, blending self-reflection with a moody European gothic aesthetic.
More Than Talk Therapy: Mindfulness and Mini-Games
Beyond dialogue-driven therapy sessions, players can engage in light mini-games that reinforce the game’s themes. These include mindfulness meditation exercises and playful, consent-focused interactions that maintain the game’s humorous edge without losing its emotional sincerity.
Release Dates and Platforms
- PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch: February 17, 2026
- Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S: March 5, 2026
Vampire Therapist is published in partnership with Ultimate Games S.A.
