Gujian 3

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"Gujian 3" is a single-player RPG set in a fantasy world inspired by ancient China. The game features a real-time combat system, allowing for smooth and free-form battles. Its stunning graphic style brings the game world to life, immersing players in a rich cultural experience filled with daring imagination.

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Play Modes

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

85%

Audience ScoreBased on 3,252 reviews

story952 positive mentions

grinding132 negative mentions

Stunning graphics and beautiful environments that create an immersive experience.
Engaging story with well-developed characters and a rich narrative based on Chinese mythology.
Fluid combat system that allows for various skills and playstyles, making battles enjoyable.

Always online requirement for a single-player game, leading to potential connectivity issues and loss of progress.
Some translation errors and awkward dialogue that can make the story difficult to follow for non-Chinese speakers.
Repetitive side quests and enemy designs that can detract from the overall experience.

story
2,232 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of "Gujian 3" is characterized by its rich narrative rooted in Chinese mythology, featuring a blend of serious themes and character development that captivates players. While the main storyline is engaging and unfolds through a series of well-crafted cutscenes, some players find the pacing slow and the side quests repetitive, often feeling disconnected from the main plot. Despite some translation issues and a linear structure, the game offers a compelling experience for those who appreciate story-driven RPGs, with many praising its emotional depth and intricate world-building.
- “The story was rich, spanning aeons of conflict in a world consisting of mortals, beasts, demons, feys, ghosts, and spirits.”
- “The world building was well crafted through the carefully scripted storytelling of each character that is threaded with stories of ancient Chinese civilization.”
- “The story is engaging and its hard for me to stop playing.”
- “The story is so terrible and the more you play the more it becomes idiotic.”
- “The world feels lifeless even with all the one-line NPC dialogue because there are no real quests apart from fetch quests.”
- “The story is very dull and is structured extremely badly.”
graphics
730 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim, with many reviewers praising the stunning visuals, vibrant art style, and attention to detail in environments and character designs. Players noted that the graphics are on par with or even surpass some recent AAA titles, showcasing beautiful landscapes and intricate textures that enhance the overall experience. While some minor graphical issues were mentioned, the overall consensus is that the game's visuals are a significant highlight, contributing to its immersive storytelling and gameplay.
- “The graphics are astonishing, I took +250 screenshots.”
- “Calling it the Witcher 3 of China is an understatement; this world has such fantastic visuals, world-building, characters, and music that it can most definitely stand its own ground.”
- “The graphics are top notch and the setting is breathtaking, not to mention this has a really good English localization.”
- “The fast travel option does not even work properly (becomes unresponsive all of a sudden); the graphics are not up to 2019 standards.”
- “Everything about this game is unpolished and frustrating besides the graphics quality, even though the animations leave a lot to be desired.”
- “While the city is pretty, many older games are more graphically demanding and yet run faster/smoother.”
gameplay
600 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its fluid combat mechanics and engaging story, while others criticize it for being shallow, repetitive, and disrupted by frequent cutscenes. Many users noted issues with the clarity of the leveling system and the overall optimization, leading to a frustrating experience at times, particularly due to server connectivity problems. Despite these drawbacks, the game offers a visually appealing world and a variety of mechanics that some players found enjoyable, though it may not satisfy those seeking deeper RPG elements.
- “The gameplay is great!”
- “The game fight mechanics are fluid and challenging but fun.”
- “The story is great, the characters are interesting and the gameplay is fun enough to keep you engaged.”
- “There's a whiplash level of cuts to random cutscenes that disrupt gameplay every 45 seconds, making progression seem sluggish.”
- “But when the main gameplay element is combat, and you feel like combat is a chore you are made to get through in order to watch the cutscenes and follow the story, then something is seriously wrong.”
- “Game looks great and the story is engaging, but I found the controls clunky and much of the gameplay flat out tedious.”
music
342 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in Gujian3 has received widespread acclaim for its ability to enhance the game's atmosphere, featuring a diverse range of tracks that blend traditional Chinese instruments with modern compositions. Reviewers praised the soundtrack for its emotional depth, fitting seamlessly into various environments and situations, from calming melodies in peaceful areas to epic scores during combat. Overall, the music is described as a standout element of the game, contributing significantly to the immersive experience and cultural richness.
- “In mood and tone, they are in harmony with the environment and situation, changing from intense folk music to epic opera ballads.”
- “The soundtrack is absolutely amazing.”
- “The music is fantastic and really sets the mood in every scene.”
- “The music a lot of times is way louder than the voice; this is pretty common in all the Chinese RPGs I've played.”
- “That's nice and all, but there is literally no weight to this cutscene that could have been super cool - like at least show some little cutscenes while she talks or at least change the music to something that gets your heart going... but nope, it is literally just her mouth that moves for like 2-3 minutes until she has told the whole story... and that's it.”
- “Music and sound is okay, but it doesn't offer much variety.”
grinding
136 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of Gujian 3 has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the combat and resource management tedious and repetitive, particularly in dungeons and during side quests. While some appreciate the engaging farming and crafting systems, which can be addictive, others feel that the overall gameplay is overly grindy, requiring significant time investment for progression. Despite these criticisms, the game's story and immersive world are often highlighted as redeeming features that can make the grinding more bearable for dedicated players.
- “Not too grindy and with the right balance of fighting, quests, and side activities.”
- “Also, the quests aren't tedious.”
- “It was soooo tedious!”
- “To play it's a tedious slog with an aimless, meandering story, and an emphasis on absurdly overcomplicated crafting.”
- “About 20 hours in the middle is a lot of grinding in dungeons and caves, a lot of which could have totally been removed from the game.”
optimization
114 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting smooth performance on high settings, while others experience significant issues such as stuttering, screen tearing, and poor resource utilization. Many users highlight that the game is not well-optimized for various hardware configurations, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, particularly for those with mid to lower-end systems. Overall, while some players find it playable, a substantial number express dissatisfaction with its optimization, indicating a need for further improvements.
- “The game runs quite smooth on max settings on my Legion 5 Pro with GTX 3070, so it's well optimized.”
- “Even at low graphics, the quality is good and the performance is better that way for me as my rig is pretty old.”
- “- well optimized, smooth gameplay”
- “The game seems to have really awful optimization; I would have loved to even get to play the game, but it just keeps screen tearing and dropping FPS randomly. It doesn't even fully utilize my CPU/GPU and runs at like 40 FPS for no reason.”
- “Let me be the first to tell you that this game has the worst optimization I've ever encountered.”
- “Here I have to reset my computer every time because this game is not optimized for long gameplay sessions and suffers serious memory leaks.”
atmosphere
72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its immersive and beautiful design, combining stunning graphics, haunting music, and engaging environments that evoke a strong sense of ancient Chinese culture. Players appreciate the captivating soundtracks and the overall ambiance, which enhance the storytelling and gameplay experience, despite some criticisms regarding character design and narrative delivery. Overall, the atmosphere is described as relaxing, dramatic, and deeply engaging, making it a significant highlight of the game.
- “The game never fails to create a befitting atmosphere, and you get completely drawn in.”
- “The atmosphere and music in this game is really captivating.”
- “Graphic, art direction, and music work together to create the beautiful atmospheres in the game.”
- “The story is quite interesting, but it is told in a terrible way, full of preaching with characters jumping to conclusions almost all the time about what is right and what is wrong, and that kills the feeling completely and can be quite annoying at times, especially with translation that is pretty literal and fails to give the atmosphere of the ancient times.”
- “Overall, the translation does capture the overall atmosphere of the original Chinese version, although I do find some details and word choices being too complicated in the English context.”
- “I don't think the music is overall impressive like Gujian1, but it fits the game well, creating the required atmosphere.”
character development
40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating the depth and growth of the main cast, although some feel that certain characters lack sufficient screentime or evolution. The character designs are praised for their beauty and uniqueness, contributing to an engaging narrative set in a richly crafted world influenced by ancient Chinese mythology. However, a few reviewers noted that the protagonist's development felt stagnant, indicating a mixed experience overall.
- “If you stick with it, you'll get a wholesome story, that's quite different from your typical western or eastern RPGs, with great character development and a big cast of interesting personas in a beautifully fantasy-like crafted world.”
- “Combined with the constant character development present in the story, especially in the main group, the characters were really just a joy to behold.”
- “What the game offers is the unique experience set in ancient Chinese mythology, with fitting music, immersive character design, affecting main plot, and touching relationship development.”
- “- the story is good overall, the universe is full of lore, things glow, warriors fight, shadowchasers kill demons, magic swords etc. but… character development is bad, this might be a little bit nitpicking but I didn’t feel like the protagonist was changing.”
- “- great characters from beginning to end, but some of them could have used more screentime/character development.”
- “I've gotten used to playing RPGs with deep customization, character development, and player-decision-driven stories.”
emotional
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highly praised, with players noting its deeply touching story, complex character arcs, and memorable moments that evoke strong feelings, often leading to tears. The combination of beautiful visuals, soulful music, and well-developed relationships enhances the emotional impact, making it a unique experience that stands out from typical RPGs. While some players found certain emotional expressions of characters lacking, the overall narrative and character development were described as heartwarming and profoundly moving.
- “If you stick with it, you'll get a wholesome story that's quite different from your typical western or eastern RPGs, with great character development and a big cast of interesting personas in a beautifully fantasy-like crafted world.”
- “There were some emotional moments where it hit me hard, and every character, including the enemies, was extremely memorable, especially due to the tragic nature of each story arc.”
- “Beautiful visuals, soulful music, and a touching story full of meaningful wisdom.”
stability
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability is mixed, with users reporting occasional glitches and bugs, particularly in building mode and controller movement. While some players find the experience relatively bug-free, others encounter significant issues like soft freezes during autosave and graphical glitches due to an outdated engine. The presence of a supportive community for troubleshooting suggests that while problems exist, players can seek help to mitigate their impact.
- “The game is relatively bug-free, providing a smooth experience.”
- “I appreciate how relatively bug-free the game is, making for a more enjoyable playthrough.”
- “Overall, the game feels relatively bug-free, which enhances its stability.”
- “The building mode is buggy sometimes, like when you are trying to rotate building parts or items (with controller), it can get really annoying.”
- “This is a fairly poor choice, given there's no online content, and if there's network issues prepare for lots of soft freezes when attempting to autosave (no selection to disable autosave either, or at least I couldn't find it).”
- “However, this system is a bit buggy, because many items don't have collision attributes; they often penetrate the character models.”
humor
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is described as a blend of dry wit and situational comedy, with characters that exhibit both serious and humorous traits. Players appreciate the amusing cutscenes and quirky elements, such as a cute mascot and funny translations, which add charm despite some technical issues. Overall, while the story may not rival top-tier titles, it successfully delivers moments that evoke laughter and emotional engagement.
- “The characters are interesting, individual, and humorous.”
- “Your two main companions are pretty serious, but they have this hidden side to them that I find really funny.”
- “Combat as well as the skill system is not so complex but is well done and funny with enough skills to choose for every main character.”
replayability
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The game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it infinitely replayable and more engaging than titles like Far Cry and Mafia, others feel there is little incentive to replay after completing the main story, aside from pursuing Steam trophies.
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “Much more playable than Far Cry and Mafia, etc.”
- “No replayable value after you beat the game, unless you really care about those worthless Steam trophies.”
- “Much more playable than Far Cry and Mafia, etc...”
monetization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is praised for its monetization model, featuring no microtransactions or cash grab DLCs, which appeals to players seeking a return to the focus on enjoyable gameplay and storytelling rather than profit-driven mechanics. It offers a pure single-player experience, free from additional costs.
- “In these years where gaming is filled with cash grab multiplayer modes and microtransactions, this game is a breath of fresh air for those like me who loved old games where making a fun game and telling good stories was the first priority for developers, aside from making money.”
- “This is a single-player experience with no DLC or microtransactions.”
- “No microtransactions and cash grab DLCs.”