Sword and Fairy 3
- April 14, 2021
- SOFTSTAR TECHNOLOGY(SHANGHAI)
Get on Steam"Sword and Fairy 3" is a Chinese RPG taking place 50 years before the first game, where the seal on a powerful sword is broken, leading to a chain of events traceable to a conflict between a god and a demon in a distant realm a thousand years ago. The god, banished to the human realm, is reincarnated as a prince and becomes entangled in the sword's power and the chaos it brings, with multiple story branches, choices and endings. The game features a unique blend of mythology, real-time combat and sword customization, set in a beautifully realized world.
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Reviews
- The story is engaging and holds up well, with a strong theme of reincarnation.
- The music is highly praised and adds to the overall experience of the game.
- Many players have fond memories of the game, considering it a classic and a peak entry in the series.
- The controls are janky and difficult to use, making gameplay frustrating at times.
- The game is plagued by bugs and frequent crashes, detracting from the enjoyment.
- Exploration can be tedious, with annoying mazes and respawning enemies that lead to a grindy experience.
- story12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story is generally regarded as "okay" but holds up well, with a coherent theme and plot, particularly focusing on reincarnation in this third entry of the series. While it may not be ideal for newcomers, many believe the narrative deserves a retelling or adaptation into a visual novel format, as it is considered one of the stronger aspects of the game despite its old-school gameplay.
“The story is fine and holds up surprisingly well; the theme and plot hold together for the most part.”
“The gameplay may be old school, but the story is the best of the best.”
“The story is 'okay'.”
“Probably not good for new players, but I believe the game's story should be retold or remade into a visual novel.”
“There is a theme to each entry of the series; this entry (the 3rd) is about 'reincarnation' and how characters in the story relate to it.”
- music6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting its quality and recommending the affordable soundtrack priced at $2 USD each. However, some players feel that the gameplay elements, such as maze navigation and combat, are lacking in polish. Overall, the soundtrack stands out as a strong point amidst mixed feelings about the gameplay.
“Musically, my thinking is very well done (the soundtrack is only $2 USD pre-tax each, and I highly recommend it).”
“Music is great, gameplay/maze/combat/movement is just janky.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is often described as janky and reminiscent of old-school mechanics, which may detract from the overall experience. However, the engaging story and great music help to elevate the game despite its gameplay shortcomings.
“The gameplay may be old school, but the story is the best of the best.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be quite grindy, emphasizing that being underleveled can lead to significant challenges and setbacks.
“The game is very grindy; if you are underleveled, you will get wrecked.”
