Underplayed Gems

The Wild Eternal (2017)

The Wild Eternal cover
Developer
Ilsanjo
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Adventure
Rating
3.8 of 5, 177 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A slow, contemplative walk through a misty wilderness, guided by a fox spirit, with a focus on introspection and quiet discovery.

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What players say

Players describe this as a meditative walking sim where you lose all carried items when you die, forcing backtracking that some find tedious. The atmosphere, music, and conversations with a fox character are widely praised, while the lack of hand-holding and stealth sections frustrate some. Reviews split on whether the death penalty adds meaning or just annoyance.

Screenshots

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