The Barovia Project (Demo) is a free game comprising a fan-made recreation of an area from the popular Dungeons & Dragons campaign, Forgotten Realms. It is a walking simulator, making it more of a passive experience than a traditional game. The game is free, but players are encouraged to support the developer through donations.

The Barovia Project is similar to other walking simulators, such as Dear Esther and The Stanley Parable, with exploration being the game's key aspect. But unlike those games, The Barovia Project does not feature a narrative.

Bringing a popular D&D region to life

Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy tabletop role-playing game. It has been popular since the 1970s, and players have seen many new campaigns released for the game. Forgotten Realms is in the setting of some of those campaigns, and Barovia is a location featured in the Forgotten Realms. This game allows players to walk around Boravia, exploring the valley and landmarks in the region.

Walking simulator gameplay

As with most walking simulators, there is no real gameplay in The Barovia Project. The player can freely explore the game world, but they will not encounter any challenges, puzzles, or non-player characters (NPCs) in their playthrough. This aspect makes the game suitable for all skill levels. However, players who are not fans of D&D may find that this game lacks playability after a short while.

A detailed recreation

The Barovia Project (Demo) is a detailed recreation of its namesake and is one that features various things, like weather simulation and day/night cycles. The game's world features a variety of areas, from villages to castles and wilderness. The entire gaming world is open to the player. The developer is still actively working on the project.