GuJian
- September 7, 2017
- Aurogon Shanghai
- 8h median play time
Get on SteamGuJian is a single-player Fantasy Role Playing game with a phenomenal story that takes about 8 hours to beat. The game features a unique battle system, star soul system, and achievement system. Set in a historical fantasy world, the game presents a beautiful and immersive landscape filled with mystery and intrigue as the protagonist embarks on a quest to discover the secrets of reincarnation and the value of life. The Steam version includes all DLCs.
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Reviews
- The game features a rich and engaging storyline, deeply rooted in Chinese mythology and culture, which resonates well with players.
- The music and art style are praised for their beauty, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
- Character development and emotional depth are highlighted, with many players feeling a strong connection to the characters and their journeys.
- The game suffers from technical issues, including frequent crashes, unresponsive controls, and problems with saving progress, which detracts from the overall experience.
- Gameplay can be overly grindy and challenging, with some players finding the difficulty level frustrating and not user-friendly.
- The dialogue and cutscenes are often lengthy, which can slow down the pacing of the game and may lead to player fatigue.
- story46 mentions
- 63 % positive mentions
- 30 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its depth, rich character development, and integration of historical and mythological elements, making it one of the standout narratives in Chinese RPGs. However, some players find the storytelling overly complex and text-heavy, which can detract from the experience, especially for those not fluent in Chinese. Overall, the narrative is considered a significant strength of the game, appealing to those who appreciate intricate plots and cultural storytelling.
“The NPCs even have relationships with other characters around town, and you can actually find quest-givers from the optional mission board living their lives in various parts of the world!”
“Like - amazing storyline, rich with historical and mythological references with good character development as the story progresses, minimal XP and gear farming.”
“The story is so great (and sad) to the extent that I would say you are missing out so much if you didn't experience what I've experienced.”
“The storyline was chaotic with so many characters talking at the same time; it's really hard to figure out who is who. The scenes are full of text that repeats for each part, making it really painful to play while the main focus of this game is the text.”
“Playable for story, but finds it too long-winded at most points.”
“The main story plots are voice-casted, which is one reason why the pace is slower.”
- music9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality and emotional impact, enhancing the overall experience alongside the engaging story. Many players find it relaxing and a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's nostalgic atmosphere. Overall, the music receives high marks from users, often described as amazing and integral to the game's appeal.
“Amazing music.”
“The music is great!”
“For me, the strength lies in its story plot, story-telling and music.”
“I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
“For me, the strength lies in its story plot, storytelling, and music.”
“Pros: amazing story, nostalgic Chinese art style and music.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay offers a brief experience, with each DLC providing 1-2 hours of content, but it is enriched by intricate storytelling and character details. However, players note that the translation challenges can hinder the overall experience, making it a complex game to navigate. Overall, while the gameplay may be straightforward, the narrative depth adds value.
“Long story short gameplay, but I guess the story is good enough.”
“Comes with all DLCs at 1 - 2 hours of gameplay each.”
“I've already entered the cave, and on the way picked up on details like Yunxi's shirking of his responsibilities as village heir, covering the footprints leading to his secret trail, the ceremony he's supposed to be preparing for, etc. I will say, this has been the most challenging game to translate this way, as Chinese doesn't translate nearly as cleanly in a mechanical translator, especially in this florid style.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics feature a nostalgic Chinese art style that has aged well over the past decade, contributing positively to the game's aesthetic. While not groundbreaking, the visuals are appreciated for their timeless quality, complementing the overall experience.
“It's an art style that stands the test of time.”
“Pros: amazing story, nostalgic Chinese art style and music.”
“It's nothing deal-breaking; just sad to see for a game that still has its aesthetic going for it after 10 years.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant performance issues, including poor camera angles and stuttering, which users attribute to a lack of care from the developers regarding game optimization and long-term viability.
“The game does have performance issues.”
“The developers behind Gujian TM do not care about game preservation, game performance, and the long-term sales of this game.”
“Poor camera angles and stuttering.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players have mixed feelings about grinding in the game; while some appreciate the engaging storyline and character development, many find the excessive grinding—particularly due to high boss HP and low damage output—frustrating. Overall, the balance between narrative enjoyment and the grind can detract from the experience.
“It was a good game, but there was too much grinding involved.”
“Also very grindy; bosses have a ton of HP while you do really low damage.”
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise "Gujian 1" for its sophisticated character development and well-told story, highlighting the depth of the narrative and its engaging background, legends, and myths. The DLCs further enhance the overall experience, contributing positively to character arcs.
“I actually find Gujian 1 more enjoyable as the story is better told and the character development is much more sophisticated.”
“I actually find Gujian 1 more enjoyable as the story is better told and character development is much more sophisticated.”
“Character development, story background, legend, and myth... I love the DLCs too.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express deep emotional connections to the game, with some reporting intense feelings of sadness and nostalgia long after completing it. The narrative resonates strongly, prompting players to replay the content for its lasting impact and emotional depth, highlighting its ability to touch their hearts profoundly. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to evoke strong emotions and create memorable experiences.
“I cried for a whole day after I finished all the content.”
“Even now, I still feel good about it. I replay it and it still touches me deeply and entertains me many times. I must say, it's a sad case for the lack of single-player Chinese ancient theme games. The Zhiyin Master reminds me of the Zhiyin Master in Xianjian 4. In short, thank you for the emotional impact you brought to me; it still touches the weakest part of my heart.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, primarily due to numerous bugs linked to subpar 3D modeling, rendering it largely unplayable for users.
“The game is way too buggy due to the poor quality of 3D modeling, which makes it highly unplayable.”
