Dark fantasy. Arthurian legend. Heavy metal. Explore a vast open-world Medieval Britain plagued by demons, cults and undead. Solve ancient mysteries, uncover hidden secrets, battle terrifying foes and forge your own legend through story-rich quests, exploration, meaningful choices and absurd humour.

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About This Game

Forge Your Legend in a World of Folklore, Demons and Dark Humour

Dark fantasy. Arthurian legend. Heavy metal.  Sixth-century Britain is dying.

The skies have darkened. Crops fail beneath an unnatural winter. Plague spreads across the land, and something ancient has awakened beneath forgotten ruins.  In a realm where folklore is real, demons walk among mortals, and old legends hide dangerous truths, the fate of Britain hangs in the balance.

Explore a vast open world inspired by medieval England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. Venture across ancient forests, windswept hills, remote villages, haunted catacombs and forgotten strongholds as you uncover the mysteries threatening the Realm.  Some seek answers.  Others seek power.  Many seek survival.  What will you seek?

Welcome to the Realm

Stories are hidden everywhere.

Investigate strange disappearances, explore abandoned ruins, descend into ancient catacombs and uncover secrets buried for centuries. Along the way you'll encounter eccentric characters, forgotten legends, dangerous cults and mysteries that reach far beyond anything imagined by the people of the Realm.

The deeper you travel, the more the world reveals itself.  Not every path is marked.  Not every secret wants to be found.Every Legend Begins Differently

Experience the Realm through one of thirteen unique heroes, each bringing their own abilities, perspectives and story to the world around them.

Become a noble Knight sworn to duty. A powerful Mage pursuing forbidden knowledge. A relentless Hunter dedicated to destroying evil. A feared Necromancer walking the line between life and death.

Every character offers unique role-playing opportunities, dialogue interactions and approaches to the challenges that lie ahead.  The world may remain the same.  Your journey will not.

A World Shaped by Choice

The Realm remembers.  The decisions you make throughout your adventure influence the people you encounter, the stories you experience and the paths that become available to you.

Some conflicts can be resolved through diplomacy.  Others require cunning.  Others still demand steel, arrows and magic.  Whether you become a celebrated hero, a feared outcast or something in between is entirely up to you.

Your legend will be your own.Uncover the Truth Behind the Darkness

Britain stands on the edge of collapse.  Ancient cults operate in secrecy. Demonic forces gather strength in forgotten places. Strange events spread across the land alongside plague and despair.

What begins as local troubles gradually reveals a far greater threat, one tied to ancient powers, long-forgotten histories and mysteries that have shaped the world for generations.

Every answer uncovers new questions.  Every discovery draws you deeper into the unknown.

Battle Demons, Cults and Undead

Danger is never far away.  Master a variety of combat styles as you fight your way through the Realm's many threats. Wield swords, axes and shields in brutal close combat. Strike from afar with bows and crossbows. Harness powerful magic. Take the fight to your enemies on horseback.

Face terrifying Plague Husk undead, corrupted cultists, dangerous beasts and powerful demonic entities inspired by mythology and folklore.  Survival demands preparation, skill and sometimes a willingness to face horrors that others would rather leave buried.Adventure Beyond the Horizon

The Realm rewards curiosity.  Explore castles, caves, ruins, villages, wilderness and hidden locations scattered throughout the world. Discover powerful artefacts, unique equipment, hidden treasures and unexpected encounters off the beaten path.

Some adventures begin with a whispered rumour.  Others begin by opening a door that should have remained closed.

The Apocalypse is Serious.  The People Living Through It Are Not

Darkness may be consuming the world, but that doesn't stop its inhabitants from making questionable decisions.

Meet eccentric villagers, suspicious clergy, opportunistic merchants, self-proclaimed experts and adventurers whose confidence often exceeds their competence.

Inspired by British humour and packed with memorable encounters, branching conversations and hidden jokes, Zarktor's Realm blends epic dark fantasy with moments of complete absurdity.

Because even when demons are invading Britain, somebody still needs help locating their missing sheep.

History Remembers a Dark Age.  The Realm Remembers Something Worse

Inspired by the Volcanic Winter of 536 AD, the Plague of Justinian, Arthurian legend and British folklore, Zarktor's Realm reimagines one of history's most apocalyptic periods as an epic fantasy adventure.

History tells one version of what happened.  The Realm tells another.  The truth is waiting to be discovered.

Key Features

  • Explore a vast open-world fantasy interpretation of medieval Britain

  • Play as one of thirteen unique heroes with their own stories and perspectives

  • Experience story-rich quests with meaningful choices and multiple outcomes

  • Investigate Arthurian legends, folklore and ancient mysteries

  • Discover hidden ruins, catacombs, treasures and powerful artefacts

  • Battle demons, cults, undead and legendary creatures

  • Master melee, ranged, magical and mounted combat

  • Progress your character through unique abilities and equipment upgrades

  • Collect mounts, pets and rare equipment

  • Explore a world inspired by real locations, historical events and mythology

  • Dynamic weather and immersive environments

  • Original heavy-metal-inspired soundtrack

  • Dark fantasy adventure infused with absurd British humour

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

This Game may contain content not appropriate for all ages, or may not be appropriate for viewing at work.

This may include:
Blood and Gore
Intense Violence
Strong Language
Adult Themes

System Requirements

Windows
macOS
SteamOS + Linux
    Minimum:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 or later
    • Processor: 3 Ghz Quad Core Processor
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: DirectX 11 compatible GPU, 4GB dedicated VRAM (GeForce GTX 970 / Radeon RX 480)
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 20 GB available space
    • Sound Card: Realtek Audio or equivalent
    • Additional Notes: Initial guide only - Specification being tested
    Recommended:
    • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
    • OS: Windows 10 or later
    • Processor: 4 Ghz Quad Core Processor
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: DirectX 11 compatible GPU, 6GB dedicated VRAM (GeForce GTX 1060 / Radeon RX 580)
    • DirectX: Version 11
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 40 GB available space
    • Sound Card: Realtek Audio or equivalent
    • Additional Notes: Initial guide only - Specification being tested
    Minimum:
    • OS: macOS Mojave 10.14.6 or later
    • Processor: 3 Ghz Intel Core i7
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: AMD Radeon R9 M295X 4GB
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 20 GB available space
    • Sound Card: Realtek Audio or equivalent
    • Additional Notes: Initial guide only - Specification being tested
    Recommended:
    • OS: macOS Mojave 10.14.6 or later
    • Processor: 4 Ghz Intel Core i7
    • Memory: 32 GB RAM
    • Graphics: AMD Radeon R9 M295X 4GB or better
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 40 GB available space
    • Sound Card: Realtek Audio or equivalent
    • Additional Notes: Initial guide only - Specification being tested
* Starting February 15, 2024, the Steam Client will no longer support 32-bit games or macOS 10.14 or lower.
    Minimum:
    • OS: Linux Debian 8 "Jessie" + SteamOS
    • Processor: Intel or AMD 64-bit capable processor 3Ghz or above
    • Memory: 8 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA, AMD Radeon 8500 or later
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 20 GB available space
    • Sound Card: Realtek Audio or equivalent
    • Additional Notes: Initial guide only - Specification being tested
    Recommended:
    • OS: Linux Debian 8 "Jessie" + SteamOS
    • Processor: Intel or AMD 64-bit capable processor 4Ghz or above
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA, AMD Radeon 8500 or later
    • Network: Broadband Internet connection
    • Storage: 40 GB available space
    • Sound Card: Realtek Audio or equivalent
    • Additional Notes: Initial guide only - Specification being tested
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