Evard The Hermit: Through Fears is a 2D action-adventure set in medieval Europe where absorbing others’ phobias becomes both supernatural gift and devastating curse for a hermit seeking his lost identity.
In Evard The Hermit: Through Fears you’ll confront sixteen distinct phobias crowding out your protagonist’s memories as absorbed anxieties create a mental snowball effect. Journey through misty Owlestania swamps, dense Gardarian forests, sweltering Flumian south, and harsh Northern snowlands while piecing together fragmented memories. Gameplay blends sword combat requiring precise timing, stealth sequences demanding patience behind cover, narrow ledge balancing, and dynamic platforming. Each frame resembles a living illustration inspired by The Witcher and Ori, creating atmospheric backdrops where meditative walks accompanied by soothing music suddenly shift into intense challenges.
Eight years of development crafted this psychological journey exploring how facing fears unlocks forgotten pasts. Medieval combat features blood and violence alongside mature themes examining phobias and their origins. Prepare to have nothing to fear but Evard himself!
Download the Evard The Hermit: Through Fears Beta Demo Here (Steam)