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88%1k88% positive reviews, Very Positive across 1k reviews·Action-Adventure · Exploration
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Eternal Guardian: Forbidden Portals is a dark survival RPG where you explore, fight in brutal first- or third-person combat, and endure hunger, thirst, and weather in a devastated world overrun by creatures from forbidden portals.
Eternal Guardian: Forbidden Portals
Steam
Dive into a dying and haunting world, overrun by deadly creatures that have emerged from forbidden portals, sealed long ago by the will of the Gods. Fearless in the face of death, as a warrior of a Legendary Order, you must uphold your sacred oaths and fight relentlessly to fulfill your mission: recover the lost Pieces of the Alfydrium and deliver humanity from the darkness consuming it.
Endure hunger, thirst, and weather. Uncover hidden mysteries among ancient ruins, divine messages, and forgotten tales that will reveal the path toward your epic mission in this dark journey of redemption, where every second is a battle to survive.


A hidden story to uncover, endure, and live through...
As Arnau, a young warrior from an ancient order, you’ll journey deep into a dying world—fighting and surviving to recover the lost fragments of the Alfydrium and free humanity from the darkness that consumes it. You’ll face the evil that surrounds you and uncover hidden mysteries that slowly reveal your epic and harrowing path of redemption.




Whether on horseback or on foot, you'll have access to a vast and diverse arsenal tailored to your preferred fighting style—bows, crossbows, axes, swords, maces, spears—each with unique executions, finishers, and parries. With over 100 weapons at your disposal, epic combat sequences, killcams, strike attack, mounted combos, and cinematic slow-motion moments will make every battle feel intense, dramatic, and visually unforgettable.




No maps. No markers. Just the world...
Using only your instincts and your knowledge of the land, you’ll make your way through the world—just like in real life. Every step becomes a living experience—something you see, hear, and feel—turning exploration into a meaningful journey, filled with challenges, mistakes, and moments of clarity. Follow the signs: the sound of bells, the call of a crow, traces of those who walked before you, and stories told by survivors and wanderers. The world itself becomes your compass.
Take it slow… but not too slow. Be careful who you trust, good and evil may wear the same face…and above all—don’t fear what lies ahead.
Exploration isn’t just wandering. It’s a breathing story, a constant challenge, and a reason to stay alive.




Creatures, witches, and even other humans aren’t your only threat...
You’ll traverse a world left in ruins—thrown off balance and poisoned by the opening of the Forbidden Portals. Nowhere is truly safe.
Survive the Elements: Face deadly shifts between freezing cold and blistering heat. Every step outside can test your preparation. Without the right gear or shelter, both you and your loyal horse could succumb to the harsh, unforgiving climate.
"Only those who endure the darkness will uncover the light."




Managing the food and water—isn’t just a mechanic. It’s part of living your journey, not just to protect yourself, but also your horse, Penance...
More than a means of travel, Penance is a companion who’s been with you since your younger days. In this decaying world, where every resource matters and every choice has weight, riding with Penance means staying cautious… if you want to make it through together.




Waterfalls, forests, swamps, lakes, villages, ruins, mountains, temples, and many more places await you on your journey through this dark and nostalgic world, a land where beauty meets sorrow. a blend of reality and fantasy that gives Eternal Guardian a soul of its own. A place with memories, alive, mysterious, haunting, and yet beautiful and deeply special. Once you set foot in it, your soul will never truly leave.


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