Eternal Radiance is an action role-playing game about a squire named Celeste who begins a journey to prove herself worthy of becoming a true knight.
The real-time combat system is the core of the gameplay experience. Players directly control the protagonist, Celeste, using a mix of melee attacks, ranged magic spells, and special abilities to defeat a variety of enemies. Mastering the timing of actions like dodging, blocking, and counterattacking is key to success in battles.
Celeste can unlock and upgrade various combat skills through an extensive talent tree system, allowing players to tailor her playstyle. For example, players can invest in defensive abilities like a powerful shield that negates damage, or offensive skills that unleash devastating area-of-effect attacks.
The combat also incorporates party mechanics, with Celeste accompanied by two AI-controlled companions, Valana and Ruby. Players can coordinate with their party members to execute powerful combo moves, further enhancing the strategic depth of encounters.
Beyond combat, the game encourages exploration of its open-world environments, which span fields, forests, dungeons, and towns. While roaming these regions, players can engage with NPCs, accept optional side quests, and discover hidden treasures and interactable objects.
Progression and customization are further enhanced through the enchanting system. Players can apply magical relics to Celeste's equipment, unlocking additional modifiers and bonuses to improve her combat effectiveness.