The Wild Eternal

The Wild Eternal

Ilsanjo · 2017 · Adventure, Atmospheric, Female Protagonist, Walking Simulator, Exploration

PC
Mostly Positive78% · 105
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About The Wild Eternal

Get lost beneath the fog in The Wild Eternal, a reflective first-person exploration game.

It is the early 1600’s.

You are an old woman named Ananta who has fled a life of suffering to search for lasting peace in the Himalayan wild. After a traumatic life, you long to escape the cycle of reincarnation so that you may finally rest in peace.

Your defiance of reincarnation has landed you in a lush, deserted wilderness covered in fog. A fox-shaped demigod agrees to help you escape your fate, but only if you’ll help him in return.

Explore the mystical wilderness together as you embark on a meditative adventure to heal the scars of your past in hopes of avoiding an eternity of suffering.

Features

  • Explore a Mystical and Mysterious World: Explore a vastly beautiful wilderness blanketed in fog as you journey from clear vistas to distant landmarks.
  • Find Your Own Way: While lost in the fog, you'll find ancient artifacts and unlock powerful abilities at hidden shrines.
  • Interact with Strange Wildlife: Encounter wild, and sometimes dangerous creatures, each with distinct personalities. With no means to attack them, tread mindfully on your journey.
  • Uncover a Tangled Narrative: Play as an old woman, Ananta, seeking to escape the cycle of reincarnation and search to uncover the truth about her past.
  • Immerse yourself: Get lost beneath the fog in this 6-9 hour game designed to be a meditative hike riddled with powerful narrative and mystery.

DLC & expansions

What Steam players say

Recent verbatim reviews from Steam — separate from playze.io community reviews below.

Recommended Dec 25, 2025
I thought it was a pretty good game. only a couple good sites to help you figure out what you need to figure out.
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Recommended Dec 2, 2025
A challenging game. I played through the first time and got as far as I could go with my chosen skills and came back for a new run and completion. Beautiful and philosophical if you wish to engage in all the dialogue and notes scattered about. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=917576502 A great guide to use after your first run and you understand the world layout and most of its' mechanics.
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Recommended Jun 13, 2026
Short ver: I loved the game but if you are not intrested in slower etc games this wont be for you most likely. The world exploring is really open, there are some things in this game that are not explained to well but in a way the small amount of hand holding can be nice. Longer ver: Personaly I loved the game, but if you are someone who does not like slower pace calmer games and the story is told in a more ridles/crypted like way then this will probably not be for you. On the other hand, if you do like those then this may be something you love. The world exploring is very open, i definetly ended up climbing some place i was probably not meant to . The only thing I had a little bit of a problem with was that some things were not really explained or not explained all that well. There are for example a few items one can collect and while their basic uses were obvious some of them had some other uses too that are not so obvius. Though in a sense it was kind of nice as that simply mean that there is really not much hand holding in this game, just try things and see how it goes simply put.
Recommended Jun 13, 2026
This is one of those games that won't click with everyone, but if you're willing to slow down and let it do its thing, there's a lot to like here. The atmosphere is easily the biggest selling point. The world is beautiful in a strange, dreamlike way, with colorful landscapes, thick fog, relaxing music, and an overall sense of mystery that kept me exploring long after I should've gone to bed. The conversations with the fox were also a highlight. He's easily the most memorable character in the game, and a lot of the dialogue has a thoughtful, almost philosophical feel to it without becoming completely pretentious. Exploration is the core of the experience, and for the most part I enjoyed it. Finding shrines, uncovering bits of lore, and gradually unlocking new abilities gave me a reason to keep pushing forward. The game's setting and themes also feel refreshingly different from what you usually see, drawing inspiration from ideas and cultures that don't show up often in games. That said, the game definitely has some frustrating aspects. Movement can feel painfully slow at times, especially when you're low on stamina and just trying to get somewhere you've already been. There we…
Recommended Jun 3, 2026
A wonderful journey. Can be challenging at times. Not a fan of stealth in an otherwise peaceful and meditative trek through the wilderness. You are not safe. You must face certain dangers to meet all of your goals. You will lose everything you are carrying when you die in this realm. Being tasked with finding replacement items is where the game becomes tedious. Look at a guide for hints and tips before diving in to save yourself from this frustration. Overall, it's very enjoyable. Achievements are tough. Several hours of adventure for free.
Recommended May 29, 2026
Of all the games in the nebulous "walking simulator" genre I've played, The Wild Eternal is one that sticks in my mind. A vivid dreamlike experience, philosophical without being didactic. Most of all, it's the gorgeous environments that I find myself reflecting on at odd times. It's one of those games where the sense of being *transported* somewhere otherworldly is very strong. A beautiful, meditative experience.

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