Realms of Arkania 3: Shadows over Riva is the third installment in the classic Realms of Arkania RPG trilogy, originally released in 1997 and later re‑released on modern platforms like Steam as Classic edition. The game places you in the seaside town of Riva, where sinister forces have corrupted the city’s leadership and plague the streets and sewers. As a band of adventurers, you explore the sprawling city, treacherous dungeons, and even underwater regions in search of clues to unravel the hidden conspiracy and face the lurking evil.
It’s a deep, story‑driven first‑person RPG with turn‑based combat and strong ties to the pen‑and‑paper The Dark Eye system, offering classic fantasy role‑playing mechanics and a rich, immersive world. The game appeals especially to fans of old‑school RPGs thanks to its atmospheric writing, intricate quests, and strategic gameplay. It also supports adjustable difficulty to suit both newcomers and veteran gamers.
Key Features
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Classic first‑person RPG exploration in a fantasy world.
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Deep, story‑driven quests with a mysterious plot.
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Based on The Dark Eye tabletop RPG system.
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Large, detailed city of Riva to explore.
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Dungeon and sewer exploration with varied environments.
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Classic turn‑based combat and strategic encounters.
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Adjustable difficulty levels.
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Steam Trading Cards and Family Sharing support.
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Atmospheric medieval fantasy setting.
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Strong cult following among old‑school RPG fans.
System Requirements
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Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 / 11.
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1 GHz or faster processor.
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256 MB RAM.
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3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7.
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DirectX 7.0 or later.
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Around 650 MB free storage space.
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DOSBox integration required (runs through it).
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Steam client needed to install and play on Windows.
