From the first step to the First Gate

Nine chapters.
One complete adventure.

Beyond the Portal is now playable from the first chapter through the finale and epilogue. All nine chapters are in place, with further polish and testing underway before public release.

Take a first look at the places you’ll explore in the final three chapters.

Chapter 7 · The Nexus

Beyond the volcanic basin lies a facility whose machines still follow ancient instructions. Search for the expedition’s physicist and discover how the facility connects to the portal network.

The volcanic approach to the Nexus, with stone walkways and steam-filled cliffs
Chapter 7 / Volcanic Basin

Chapter 7 map ↗ · Chapter 7 walkthrough ↗

Chapter 8 · The Regent’s Fortress

Enter the Regent’s fortress to reach the last of your captured crew. Use maintenance routes, bypass security systems, and coordinate with your companions to find a way out.

The fortress freight bridge retracted above a deep canyon
Chapter 8 / Freight Bridge

Chapter 8 map ↗ · Chapter 8 walkthrough ↗

Chapter 9 · The First Gate

Return to Portal Valley and descend beneath the ruins where the journey began. Repair the ancient systems and piece together a route to Earth. The Chapter 9 map and walkthrough contain ending and epilogue spoilers.

Sunset across Portal Valley as seen from the Chapter 9 overlook
Chapter 9 / Portal Valley Overlook

Chapter 9 map ↗ · Chapter 9 walkthrough ↗

The field guide now spans all nine chapters

Maps and walkthroughs are available for all nine chapters. Choose a chapter from the dropdown, look for the image icon to view a location, and reveal hints only when you need them.

Preparing for public release

The first public development release will include all nine chapters, from the opening journey through the finale and epilogue. It will be labeled as a development release while polish and testing continue. Downloads and a release date have not yet been announced.

Planned platforms include Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS/iPadOS. Availability and release dates will be announced as each version is ready.

What comes next

  • Refine puzzles, dialogue, and presentation across all nine chapters.
  • Prepare the nine-chapter development release for public testing.
  • Test controls, performance, and installation on the planned platforms.
See the platform release status ↗

Follow the journal. Future development notes and release announcements will appear here.