The Matriarch Free Download
Game Overview
From 2 to 8 players, The Matriarch is a deadly hide & seek party game where everyone is an imposter. It mixes social guessing with hide-and-seek mechanics and causes Paranoia in all players involved! BOTs are just programmed to complete their tasks, from milking cows to harvesting potatoes, they don’t question the Matriarch’s orders! Goal: Hide from the Matriarch and find the exit. They look like BOTs but are controlled by real players.
- Emulate the BOTs to avoid drawing attention to yourself, when the Matriarch is around.
- Wait for the right opportunity to go underground.
- Dig to find the path that will lead you to the exit.
- Pray that the Matriarch doesn’t have you in her radar when the night comes.
- Customize your games: Experiment with different maps, rounds length, random Matriarch, and more!
- Unlock new sacrifice devices: Giant cross, Guillotine, Pyre, Venomous Snakes…the choice is yours!
- Play on public servers and meet new players, or open up your own private server and play with a group of friends.
- Enjoy free updates that bring more maps and customization options!
Installation Instructions
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to The Matriarch.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
Download Links
Download The Matriarch using the button below.
Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for The Matriarch?
After extracting The Matriarch, navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 130.26 MB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.
System Requirements
- OS: Windows 7
- Processor: Intel® Pentium® 4 2.0 GHz equivalent or faster processor
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVidia GeForce 8600/9600GT, ATI/AMD Radeon HD2600/3600
- Storage: 400 MB available space
- Sound Card: Standard audio
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