Fate Seeker

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"Fate Seeker" is an oriental role-playing action game set in a beautiful KongFu universe. As the unruly teen Stormy Chai, players must uncover conspiracies and escape death while saving the world. With various plots and multiple endings, players can explore open-world missions, master and mix-match martial arts, and train in the Eight Divinatory Trigrams to define their true fate. Fascinating side quests and live combat add to the immersive experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

92%

Audience ScoreBased on 270 reviews

story37 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game offers a nostalgic experience for fans of Wuxia, with engaging storylines and a well-crafted combat system.
It features a rich variety of side quests and puzzles that enhance gameplay, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate exploration and problem-solving.
The graphics and art style are appealing, and the voice acting is generally well-received, contributing to an immersive experience.

The game lacks an official English translation, making it difficult for non-Chinese speakers to fully enjoy the story and gameplay.
Some players find the combat system to be simplistic and repetitive, with limited enemy variety and a lack of depth in character customization.
There are numerous bugs and design flaws, such as poor quest tracking and navigation issues, which can detract from the overall experience.

story
115 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is a mix of engaging elements and predictable tropes typical of the wuxia genre, featuring a rich narrative with strong character interactions. While the main quest may feel generic and linear, the side quests offer depth and variety, although they suffer from poor tracking and can lead to missed opportunities. Overall, players appreciate the cultural aspects and the narrative-driven gameplay, but some express a desire for better quest management and more innovative storytelling.
- “Excellent game, good story brought to life by a strong cast of characters; for once the main character isn't a dour strong and silent type, the interactions between the characters were definitely what kept me playing.”
- “The story and gameplay are both very nice.”
- “A competent story coupled with an excellent cast of characters makes for fun times, particularly when set in a genre that I've been longing to revisit since Jade Empire over a decade ago.”
- “The quest journal system is old school, which means it's terrible and easy to lose track of what the quest is for.”
- “Unfortunately, some quests really need a marked system, and seriously better quest descriptions.”
- “On a surface level, the story could not be more generic.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of this indie RPG is generally praised for its engaging story, fluid combat, and appealing graphics, though it can be confusing due to a lack of clear tutorials and quest markers. While some players appreciate the puzzle-like elements and the vibrant visual effects, others criticize the combat mechanics as feeling derivative and lacking depth. Overall, the experience is enjoyable for those who can navigate the narrative, particularly if they understand Chinese, but may frustrate players seeking straightforward gameplay.
- “The story and gameplay are both very nice.”
- “Great storyline, fluid combat, interesting puzzle-like gameplay - if you can understand Chinese, that is.”
- “I enjoy this story and gameplay.”
- “As the game is heavily narrative-driven, those who cannot read Chinese will struggle both to understand the plot and even to progress the story; there are no quest markers in the game and a major element of gameplay involves presenting the right quest items to the right NPCs.”
- “When you're forced into combat - and expect for that to happen a lot - gameplay switches to the combat system.”
- “Unfortunately, combat feels like a poor imitation of MMO mechanics.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the vibrant art style and overall quality, while others find them merely serviceable compared to recent western RPGs. Despite initial skepticism, many users appreciate the aesthetic once they engage with the game, highlighting its charm and suitability for those who enjoy a more relaxed visual experience. Overall, the graphics are considered decent but not groundbreaking.
- “A true hidden gem, I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of this indie RPG. I love the background music and art style.”
- “Being skeptical for a while when first seeing this game's graphics... I immediately thought it was a lousy game, but I was wrong.”
- “The graphics feel fresh and pretty; the world looks vibrant.”
- “The graphics are serviceable, but nowhere near the level of most recent western RPGs.”
- “Being skeptical for a while when first seeing this game's graphics... immediately thought it was a lousy game but I was wrong.”
- “Graphics -- okay”
music
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players praise it as excellent and well-suited to the game's scenarios, others find it forgettable or clichéd, with repetitive looping that can become grating. Overall, the background music is described as neither impressive nor memorable, reflecting a lack of originality despite some positive notes.
- “The music was excellent and matched the scenarios very well.”
- “Music is great 10/10, combat is 10/10 (difficulty is quite challenging), story is 10/10.”
- “Music -- very good”
- “The music is forgettable; it's a shame...”
- “The background music is mostly innocuous, but the way it loops can quickly cause certain short tracks to become grating on the ears.”
- “Cliché Chinese music that your dad listens to.”
humor
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it clever and engaging, particularly in NPC interactions and dialogue. While some appreciate the game's comedic elements and heart, concerns about potential loss in translation have been noted, especially given its Chinese-only release. Overall, the humor adds a significant layer of enjoyment to the gameplay experience.
- “I found some sections hilarious, and the way to interact with NPCs (showing them items, etc.) are the types of RPG elements I love to see.”
- “Beautiful game that's fun to play, lots of humor and heart here.”
- “Much of his dialogue is clever and humorous; he's an easy hero to get behind.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
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Players appreciate the stylish variety of fighting styles and express a desire for more grinding opportunities to fully explore them. While challenging bosses offer satisfying difficulty, some grinding is seen as beneficial for easing tough encounters, with one user humorously suggesting that extensive grinding may require a "second life."
- “Challenging bosses provide a satisfying level of difficulty, although a little grinding can go a long way to make difficult fights easier.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game has been reported to have stability issues, with users noting bugs that affect gameplay, including an uncompletable quest. Overall, the experience is described as somewhat unstable.
- “The DLC is kind of buggy; there is a 'Wooden Man' quest that is not completable.”
- “The game is a little buggy.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers praise the game for its great character designs, indicating that the visual representation of characters contributes positively to their development and overall appeal.
- “The character designs are fantastic and really bring the story to life.”
- “I love how each character evolves throughout the game, making their journeys feel personal and impactful.”
- “The depth of character development adds layers to the gameplay, making every decision feel meaningful.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised by fans, who appreciate its stylish design and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall gaming experience.
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world with its stunning visuals and sound design.”
- “Every corner of the game is filled with detail, creating a rich and captivating atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- “The haunting soundtrack perfectly complements the eerie visuals, making the atmosphere both tense and beautiful.”