Cathartic is in beta and actively growing. Here's where we're headed — and how you can help.
Cathartic is currently in beta on Google Play and we're applying for full production release. The core game loop — flashcard-powered tower defense — is playable and stable. We're gathering feedback from beta testers to polish the experience before the wider launch.
The features we're working toward — your support helps make them happen faster.
This is the big one. Import your existing Anki decks directly into Cathartic — no conversion needed. Sync your review schedule between Anki and the game so your spaced repetition stays consistent across both tools.
High PriorityCompete with friends or the global community. Weekly challenges with specific datasets, time trials, and survival mode rankings.
PlannedA story-driven campaign with hand-crafted levels that progressively introduce new mechanics and ramp up difficulty. Tied to specific study goals.
PlannedUnlock new visual themes, tower skins, and unit appearances by hitting study milestones. Show off your dedication.
FutureDetailed analytics on your study habits — retention curves, most-missed cards, optimal study times, and long-term progress charts.
PlannedBring Cathartic to iPhone and iPad. Same great gameplay, natively built for Apple devices.
FutureFor serious flashcard users, Anki is the gold standard. It has decades of spaced repetition research baked in, a massive community, and millions of shared decks. Cathartic's goal isn't to replace Anki — it's to complement it.
The vision for full Anki integration includes:
This feature requires significant development work, which is why your support matters. The more resources we have, the faster we can build this bridge between Anki's powerful SRS engine and Cathartic's engaging gameplay.
The most valuable thing you can do right now is play the game and give feedback. Report bugs, suggest improvements, and tell us what works and what doesn't.
Tell your study groups, classmates, and language learning communities about Cathartic. Every new player helps us understand different use cases and improve the game.
Build and share your own flashcard datasets. A rich library of community-created content makes Cathartic better for everyone.
Once we hit production on Google Play, a honest review goes a long way in helping others discover the app.
Cathartic is just getting started. Join the beta and help shape the future of game-based learning.
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