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ELDERBORN - a Metal AF* Slasher with brutal FPP melee combat and souls-like/RPG character progression. In the times of legend, barbarian tribes need a new dark messiah. Be that merciless slayer. Uncover ancient secrets in the city of doom. Forge your own destiny! *Action Fantasy.

2020ActionIndie14.99 USDDeck VerifiedWindowsby Hyperstrange
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Frequently asked about ELDERBORN

Is ELDERBORN verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — ELDERBORN is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does ELDERBORN cost?
ELDERBORN is listed on Steam at 14.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
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Who developed ELDERBORN?
ELDERBORN was developed by Hyperstrange.

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