Path Of Wuxia

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Path Of Wuxia is a single player role playing game. It was developed by 香港商河洛互動娛樂股份有限公司 and was released on November 14, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

"Path of Wuxia" is a simulation game that combines Wuxia world and school life with anime art style. As a young Xia with extraordinary abilities, you join the Hermitic Pavilions of Xia to grow strong, accept teaching from masters, overcome challenges, build your personality, and forge your own path of Xia. Explore friendships, enemies, and your own destiny in this unique wuxia school.

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Audience ScoreBased on 673 reviews

story57 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features a rich and engaging story that draws players in, reminiscent of classic Wuxia narratives.
Gameplay combines tactical combat with character development and time management, providing a unique experience similar to games like Persona.
The art style and music are well-crafted, enhancing the overall atmosphere and immersion in the Wuxia world.

The final year of the game feels rushed and lacks the depth and resolution expected from the buildup of the previous years.
There are significant bugs and performance issues, including slow combat and camera controls that detract from the gameplay experience.
The choices made throughout the game often feel superficial, with limited impact on the overall story and character development.

story
196 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the game is a mixed bag, with many players appreciating its rich narrative and character development, particularly in the later years, while others criticize its predictability and rushed conclusions. Although the game features a standard wuxia plot with engaging moral dilemmas and choices that impact character relationships, some players feel that the story is incomplete and lacks significant variation across different playthroughs. Overall, while the storytelling is compelling and well-crafted, it suffers from translation issues and an unfinished feel, leaving many eager for future updates to resolve these concerns.
- “The story is very meticulous.”
- “The characters are likable and the story is well written.”
- “The story is intriguing; but the UI is a bit clunky: the UI response is not optimal, the hotkeys are counter-intuitive, and the battlefield views need a lot of rework.”
- “The amount of story content in the game pales in comparison to Tales of Wuxia, their previous game.”
- “It is surprising this came out of early access considering this game is still missing around 40% worth of story because it ended so openly.”
- “I'm giving this game a negative review purely because it's complete nonsense to sell a story-driven game under the name of early access when in fact the story is only 40% completed.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is a mix of tactical combat and time management, reminiscent of titles like Persona and Fire Emblem, offering a satisfying sense of progression and character development. However, many players find the combat unrewarding and the mechanics unpolished, with some criticizing the reliance on RNG and grind-heavy elements. Despite these issues, the game is praised for its martial arts animations and replayability through various character builds, making it appealing for fans of the wuxia genre.
- “Even though it's mostly a tactical game, the martial arts skill and animation are very satisfying during the gameplay.”
- “The key gameplay of this game is reminiscent of the Persona series, where the player arranges their daily schedules to train in martial arts, socialize, attend tasks, and missions. This is quite unique and enjoyable, adding considerable replay value in terms of trying different builds or pursuing different tasks.”
- “The overall gameplay loop of character development is also improved to give the player more stuff to do while waiting between main plot quests. There is now a healthy amount of side quests that should keep you more occupied, though there is no open world section of this game.”
- “Unfortunately, the timeline mechanic had ruined our fun to enjoy the endgame product.”
- “I won't recommend due to unpolished mechanics and bugs.”
- “If a strategy game is impacted so much by RNG, then it is garbage gameplay-wise.”
music
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The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and atmospheric Chinese instrumentals, contributing significantly to the overall experience. However, some players find the soundtrack repetitive, especially during lengthy battles, with certain tracks becoming grating over time. While the traditional Chinese music is well-received, occasional modern influences can feel out of place for some players.
- “Well, after more than 100 hours into this game, I can be sure of one thing: this game is one of the best Chinese martial arts games you can find out there. Every aspect of this game was so well-made, from story to gameplay mechanics, and its best characteristics you can enjoy in this game are the plot and the OST. The OST of this game is abnormally good in the wuxia series—unexpected, but a welcome one.”
- “The soundtrack did not disappoint from start to finish; I thoroughly enjoyed the Chinese instrumentals.”
- “Heluo Studio did a fantastic job for Path of Wuxia. The artwork, the soundtracks, and the overall feel of the game are superb by Chinese game industry standards.”
- “Lastly, I really hate the repetitive music, especially in battles.”
- “The battles in this game are very long, so hold tight to your seatbelt because you are going to hear the same music at least 20 times.”
- “There is one particular music that normally appears in boss battles and in the second year final battle; it sounds like a broken washing machine and forces you to mute the sound.”
graphics
29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with many praising the anime-inspired art style and detailed animations, while others find the visuals somewhat clunky and lacking in depth. Although the graphics may not be groundbreaking, they are considered satisfactory and well-polished for a game of its genre, with some reviewers noting that the overall aesthetic and sound design enhance the experience. Overall, the visuals are seen as a decent complement to the gameplay, but not the main highlight of the game.
- “The artwork and animations are fantastic, and one can see that a lot of effort and love has gone into this game.”
- “The art style, however, left me very satisfied.”
- “Heluo Studio did a fantastic job for Path of Wuxia; the artwork, the soundtracks, and the overall feel of the game are superb by Chinese game industry standards.”
- “I mean the graphics are nice, but it often felt very clunky while free-roaming the locations.”
- “It isn't a bad game, first off the graphics are not going to blow your mind.”
- “I get the story is a teenager in a martial art (high) school, and the graphics are more for a younger audience rather than a 'martial art' audience.”
optimization
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Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly on max settings and features improved mechanics compared to its predecessor, players have reported issues such as black screens and frequent loading times. The focus on stats optimization can overshadow the lack of graphical fidelity and free-roaming elements, leading to a gameplay experience that some find repetitive and frustrating. Despite these drawbacks, many players appreciate the depth of customization, though achieving a fully optimized build remains a challenge.
- “Runs smoothly with max settings.”
- “Game runs smoothly, no problems at all.”
- “The graphics, performance, and storyline are a huge improvement vs the previous game.”
- “Once you get fully into the stats optimization, you begin to look past the lack of graphics, customization, free-roaming gameplay, etc. In fact, the game provides you only just enough context to play with the results of your customization without anything extra. Extras like free-roaming, etc. just build your stats over the time constraint, and then bam, a scenario to play with your new capabilities, and then a period to build your stats again, and then another scenario to play with your new capabilities.”
- “Besides that, the optimization of this game is annoying, even resulting in black screens after some game scenes.”
- “Why does it always have to load screens? After playing for a month, I have to go in circles dozens of times. Has any optimization been done?”
replayability
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The game offers significant replayability due to its impactful choices, diverse character builds, and various side missions, allowing players to explore different strategies and experiences. While the engaging story and character interactions enhance replay value, some players note that the gameplay becomes easier in later stages, potentially diminishing challenge. Overall, the combination of unique mechanics and character customization makes it a worthwhile experience for multiple playthroughs.
- “It has a great OST, an easily digestible story with plenty of epic moments, secrets to uncover that expand the world, and a lot of replayability because your choices matter. The game is full of interesting and likable characters.”
- “The key gameplay of this game is reminiscent of the Persona series, where the player arranges their daily schedules to train in martial arts, socialize, and attend tasks and missions. This is quite unique and enjoyable, adding considerable replay value in terms of trying different builds or pursuing different tasks.”
- “A lot of replayability, especially in terms of support characters, martial arts skills, and side missions to take on.”
- “It has a great OST, easily digestible story with plenty of epic moments, secrets to uncover that expand the world, and is full of interesting and likable characters.”
- “So much replayability as well.”
character development
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Character development in the game is praised for its natural progression and engaging storylines, particularly in relation to morality. Players appreciate the variety of skills available for both the main character and party members, enhancing replayability despite some concerns about overall combat difficulty. The integration of side quests and improvements in gameplay mechanics further enrich the character development experience, making it a standout feature of the game.
- “Engaging story about morality with good character development.”
- “Highly recommend if you like wuxia games; character development is great for the main character and also for party members. Players can try any skill they want, and each has different benefits.”
- “The overall gameplay loop of character development is also improved to give the player more to do while waiting between main plot quests. There is now a healthy amount of side quests that should keep you occupied.”
- “The overall gameplay loop of character development is also improved to give the player more stuff to do while waiting between main plot quests. There is now a healthy amount of side quests that should keep you more occupied, though there is no open world section of this game.”
- “The combat and RPG aspect resembles most tile-based CRPG/JRPG. This part of the game is good enough to be challenging and enjoyable, especially combined with the time management and character development aspect of the game.”
emotional
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The game delivers strong emotional payoffs, featuring a touching plot that resonates deeply with players. Both the main and companion storylines evoke powerful feelings, culminating in a heart-wrenching yet beautiful ending that leaves a lasting impact. Overall, players describe their experience as an emotional roller coaster, with moments that can bring them to tears.
- “The RPG story is legit and touching, as Heluo has always achieved before.”
- “Both main and companion story plots are emotional and touching.”
- “Completed the game (year 2) with a character I can be proud of at last and experienced the most heart-wrenching, tear-jerking, but beautiful epic ending ever... I can't remember the last time I cried to a video game... this is one such moment.”
stability
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The game's stability has received mixed feedback, with some users noting occasional bugs and a "cheap" feel, while others found it relatively bug-free and emotionally engaging. As it is in early access, some instability is expected, but most players report that the issues are not severe. Overall, the game's reliance on Unity may contribute to its occasional bugs if not properly optimized.
- “The game is relatively bug-free, allowing for a smooth and immersive experience.”
- “The plot can be touching in certain moments, enhancing the overall stability of the narrative.”
- “The game sometimes felt cheap and buggy.”
- “Unity is known to be quite buggy if you're not properly optimizing it, and this game is no exception.”
- “Early access means it's still buggy, but nothing serious.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is a captivating blend of classic Chinese wuxia and the enchanting world of Harry Potter's Hogwarts, creating an immersive experience. While the story may be predictable, the emotional depth and buildup enhance the overall ambiance, complemented by atmospheric soundtracks that enrich the gameplay.
- “For gamers who like to listen to atmospheric soundtracks while playing, this game will not disappoint.”
- “The atmosphere is like combining classic Chinese wuxia and Harry Potter's Hogwarts.”
- “As for the story, the plot in year 1 and year 2 exceeded my expectations. Yes, the story is predictable, but the atmosphere, the emotion, the buildup—I actually felt these.”
humor
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Users find the humor in the game to be exceptionally entertaining, often leading to uncontrollable laughter and a strong sense of happiness.
- “It's so hilarious I can't stop laughing! In fact, I'm very happy.”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps me entertained throughout.”
- “I love how the jokes are cleverly woven into the gameplay, making every moment enjoyable.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate the removal of experience grinding, indicating a shift towards a more engaging and streamlined gameplay experience. This change has been positively received, as it allows for a focus on exploration and story rather than repetitive tasks.
- “No more experience grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding for minimal rewards.”