Welcome to Godville, the self-playing comedy RPG where you’re a god, your hero is insubordinate, and the grind... simply doesn’t exist. Inspired by classic genre parodies like Progress Quest, Godville flips the script on MMORPGs by letting you do literally nothing — while your hero battles monsters, collects loot, and writes an absurd, pun-filled journal of his own adventures.
This isn’t your typical role-playing game. There’s no need to click endlessly or babysit your character. Your hero moves forward with or without your divine input. Want to intervene? Go ahead! Just don’t be surprised when your mortal ignores your holy commands or hilariously misinterprets your wishes. It’s all part of the charm.
Godville is a Zero-Player Game (ZPG) — and proudly so. No stress. No pressure. Just passive progression, unpredictable outcomes, and tons of laughs.
Comedy and Parody Galore
Godville is packed with humor, satire, and references to internet culture, memes, and classic RPG clichés. The hero's journal is a never-ending source of laugh-out-loud moments as he stumbles through quests with questionable logic and bizarre encounters. If you enjoy puns, dry wit, and playful absurdity, this game is a goldmine.
Be a God (Kind Of)
As a deity, your role is to inspire (or frustrate) your hero. You can name your god and your hero, then choose when and how to interact. Send divine messages, strike with lightning, or offer encouragement. But remember — your hero has free will and may completely ignore your intentions. Divine intervention has never been this unpredictable.
Hero's Journal: Your Window to the World
Since you don’t control the hero directly, their in-game journal becomes your main source of entertainment. Updated in real-time, it chronicles the hero's decisions, battles, thoughts, and misadventures — often with hilarious commentary. Reading it feels like following a sitcom, one entry at a time.
A Living, Evolving World
Godville is not static. The game is constantly evolving, shaped by its active player community. From new monsters and artifacts to custom phrases and diary entries, the content keeps growing thanks to user submissions and feedback. It’s a world built by its players — and their divine egos.
Play Anywhere, Anytime
Whether on desktop or mobile, Godville is always within reach. You can play directly in your browser at godvillegame.com or on your iPhone/iPad via the Godville app. All it requires is a stable internet connection. No downloads, no heavy graphics, just pure passive fun.
FAQs
1. What exactly is a Zero-Player Game?
A ZPG is a game that progresses without constant input from the player. In Godville, your hero explores and grows autonomously while you watch (or influence occasionally).
2. Do I need to play every day?
Not at all! Your hero keeps going whether you log in daily or take a break. It’s perfect for casual players who want a stress-free experience.
3. Can I control my hero’s actions?
You can try! You can send messages, encourage, or punish — but your hero may misinterpret your divine signs. That’s part of the fun and chaos.
4. Is there a storyline or goal?
There’s no traditional endgame. The story is procedurally generated through your hero’s actions and journal. It’s more about the journey (and the jokes) than the destination.
5. Where can I play Godville?
Play it for free in your web browser at godvillegame.com or download it from the App Store for iPhone and iPad. An internet connection is required.
Version History
v9.1.1—1 Jun, 2025
- send godvoices without having to close on-screen keyboard
- erase godvoice quickly with 'X' button in Mini-remote
- various bugfixes
v9.1—24 Mar, 2025
New todo widget with a list of newspaper tasks (coupon, bingo, etc).
Inventory widgets now indicate the presence of activatable trophies by displaying "@".
The sea around the ark in Sail now has a dotted line - it's a visual reminder of health and the maximum distance with your current supplies.
v9.0—25 Nov, 2024
Introducing widgets! Tweak them to your needs: make a small one with a single phrase or a large one with the remote (try resizing to your liking). To add a widget, press the widget button in the app's settings or hold the main screen.
