Chinese Mythology
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Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember has a demo out, as Koei Tecmo carve an early 2027 release date into some hulking demons from Chinese mythology
Koei Tecmo has announced that Wo Long 2: Wings of Ember will be released on March 4, 2027. An alpha demo is available on Steam from September 16th to September 30th, featuring part of the Changban stage and character creation. The game will incorporate Chinese martial arts, demons inspired by Chinese literature, and elements from the Three Kingdoms period.
Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026: Every Announcement and Game Revealed | Invision Game Community
The Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026 featured over 40 game announcements, including world premieres and new gameplay. The showcase highlighted a diverse range of titles across genres like RPGs, shooters, and strategy games, with many set for 2026 and 2027 releases on PC and consoles. Notable reveals included new entries in established franchises and unique indie projects.
Black Myth: Zhong Kui's 15-minute gameplay reveal shows off confident swordplay, boss fights with oyster men, and…
Developer Game Science has released a 15-minute gameplay trailer for Black Myth: Zhong Kui, showcasing its combat system, boss fights, and mythological inspirations. The trailer highlights confident swordplay, magical abilities, and a spirit companion, while also acknowledging the game is still in early development, similar to the lead-up to its predecessor, Black Myth: Wukong.
Most Popular 2024 PlayStation 5 RPG Drops Stunning Sequel Gameplay Trailer
Game Science has released a 15-minute gameplay trailer for Black Myth: Zhong Kui, the sequel to their hit PlayStation 5 action RPG Black Myth: Wukong. Inspired by Chinese mythology, the new title features protagonist Zhong Kui battling demons with a blend of sword combat and elemental abilities, utilizing Unreal Engine 5 for visually impressive graphics. While the game is a long way from launch, it is confirmed to be in development for PC and consoles.
Black Myth: Zhong Kui shows off 15 minutes of rollparrysliceage, and I've just learned that the bloke it's named after was a lethally effective headbanger
Game Science has released a new 15-minute gameplay trailer for Black Myth: Zhong Kui, their upcoming action-RPG. The footage showcases the new protagonist battling mythological creatures in a style reminiscent of FromSoftware titles. The game is named after the Taoist deity Zhong Kui, a scholar who became an evil-dispelling judge after being rejected by the emperor. A release date and confirmed platforms for Black Myth: Zhong Kui have not yet been announced, though its predecessor, Black Myth: Wukong, was released on PC.
The next game in a huge Chinese action RPG series has plenty of action, but I hope it hasn't totally abandoned the…
Swords of Legends, the sequel to Gujian 3, is a lavish action RPG set in Chinese mythology, built with Unreal Engine 5. While showcasing impressive visuals and engaging combat mechanics with interchangeable skills, the preview expresses apprehension about the potential influence of Black Myth Wukong on the genre, hoping the game retains its RPG roots. The demo featured creative boss designs and combat variety, but a release date has yet to be announced.
Realm of Ink Review | TheXboxHub
Realm of Ink is a new roguelite inspired by Chinese mythology, featuring hand-drawn visuals and fast-paced combat similar to Hades. While its Ink Relic system and Ink Pet evolution offer unique mechanics and encourage build variety, the game's level design is criticized for being generic and lacking environmental interaction. Despite these shortcomings, the combat and boss encounters are praised for their challenge and elegance, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre.
The latest Chinese PC gaming hit is an indie game that spent the last 8 years growing into something you've never…
The Chinese indie game The Scroll of Taiwu has officially launched its 1.0 version on PC after eight years in early access. Developed by ConchShip Games, the title blends elements of Crusader Kings 2, Kenshi, and Baldur's Gate, featuring deep simulation mechanics, martial arts learning, and town management within a Wuxia and Chinese mythology setting. The recent addition of English localization aims to attract a wider Western audience.
Sword Sage: Awakening Trailer Shows Chinese Mythology, Forbidden Texts, and Fast Action
A new trailer for the action RPG Sword Sage: Awakening has been released, showcasing its blend of Chinese mythology, forbidden texts, and fast-paced combat. The game follows San Niang as she battles Yaoguai and navigates a land disrupted by divine knowledge. Developed by Sword Panda Limited and published by 4Divinity, the game features martial arts, mystical artifacts, and Taoist spells.
Sword Sage: Awakening Reveals New Trailer Exploring a World Shattered by Ancient Knowledge
Publisher 4Divinity and developer Sword Panda Limited have released a new trailer for their upcoming action RPG, Sword Sage: Awakening. The trailer showcases the game's mythological setting rooted in Chinese folklore and introduces the protagonist, San Niang, who must confront the consequences of forbidden celestial knowledge being leaked.
Mythical Sandbox RPG “The Scroll of Taiwu: Beyond the Dome” Launches into 1.0 Today
The Scroll of Taiwu: Beyond the Dome, a sandbox RPG with over 3.4 million players in Early Access, has officially launched its 1.0 version on PC via Steam. Developer ConchShip Games also announced that the game will be released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. The 1.0 release includes an official English localization and new features such as seasonal weather effects and CG-animated cutscenes.
"How dare we use something like that on someone's dream?" – Why generative AI artwork is a no-go for The Scroll of Taiwu
ConchShip Games, developers of the wuxia RPG The Scroll of Taiwu, have stated they will not use generative AI for artwork, believing it compromises the unique vision and creative expression essential to game development. The studio emphasizes the importance of human creativity and the trust built with players over years of development, warning that using AI could be seen as a shortcut and damage that relationship.
Chinese sci-fantasy MMORPG Nova Era Atom kicks off a free demo for Steam Next Fest
The Chinese sci-fantasy MMORPG Nova Era Atom is offering a free demo during Steam Next Fest, running from June 16th to June 23rd. Developed by Amazing Job and published by Hype Kid, the game features ship building in a procedurally generated galaxy and incorporates elements of Chinese mythology. The demo includes a new onboarding system and a combat-focused dungeon.
Swords of Legends Shows New Combat Gameplay at Summer Game Fest 2026
Aurogon Shanghai showcased new combat gameplay for their upcoming single-player action-adventure RPG, Swords of Legends, during Summer Game Fest 2026. The trailer featured a boss fight inspired by Traditional Chinese Conjuring and introduced the Spirit Companion system, where players can summon spectral allies. The game, a sequel to the Gujian series, is set in a primordial age inspired by classical Chinese literature and is planned for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
Everything announced at the Future Games Show Summer Showcase: Every Announcement, trailer and Release date
The Future Games Show Summer Showcase 2026 featured over 70 announcements, including world premieres, gameplay reveals, and release dates for titles like ACE COMBAT 8: Wings of Theve, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, and EXODUS. The event also highlighted numerous indie titles and provided updates on existing games such as Little Nightmares III: The Backstage and PowerWash Simulator 2. The showcase covered a wide range of genres and platforms, offering a glimpse into upcoming releases for PC and consoles.
After the success of Black Myth: Wukong and Wuchang: Fallen Feather, Swords of Legends aims to elevate the Chinese action-RPG even further
Developer Aurogon Shanghai revealed a new trailer for Swords of Legends, an action-adventure RPG and the fourth game in the Gujian series. The trailer showcases combat, including a boss fight against Kong Kong Zi, and the Spirit Companion system. The game is single-player and is targeting release on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
Realm of Ink: Step Into an Action Roguelite of Ancient Mythology and Relentless Combat
Realm of Ink, an action roguelite inspired by traditional Chinese ink art and mythology, is launching out of Early Access on May 26 for Xbox Series X|S. The game features deep build customization with over 50 ink gems and 200 artifacts, alongside unlockable characters and ink pets. A crossover with BlazBlue Entropy Effect introduces the character Oread with new abilities.
Realm of Ink’s Stylish Swordplay Hits Xbox, PlayStation, Switch And PC
Realm of Ink, an action roguelite developed by Leap Studio and published by 4Divinity, has launched on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch. The game features a distinct ink-painted art style and a combat system focused on fast-paced swordplay, with players exploring shifting realms and unlocking new abilities. It previously gained a 'Very Positive' reputation during its Steam Early Access period.
The Hollow Knight Inspiration Is Blatant in Promising PS5 Metroidvania Karma Exorcist
Karma Exorcist is a newly announced Metroidvania from developer Cyclos, drawing heavy inspiration from Hollow Knight and Chinese mythology. The game is set in the world of the dead and is currently in the later stages of production, with a limited playtest available on Steam.
Wuchang and Firefighting Simulator: Ignite!
This article reviews two recently acquired Steam games: Wuchang: Fallen Feathers and Firefighting Simulator: Ignite. Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, a Souls-like with Chinese mythology elements, is praised for its combat and world-building but criticized for performance issues on PC and PlayStation 5. Firefighting Simulator: Ignite offers a unique simulation experience with dynamic fire effects and rescue missions, despite some jank and clunky AI.