You can download demo for free on platforms like Steam and GOG . The demo includes the entire first city (Teron), roughly 20-25% of the game, and has no artificial level caps.

Be warned: this is a "hardcore" RPG where choices have permanent consequences and combat is frequently lethal. 🛡️ Survival Guide for Beginners 1. Specialize or Die

Noncombat Completionist Walkthrough - Guide - Steam Community

Jack-of-all-trades characters often fail in this game. You must commit to a specific archetype.