Tales of Hongyuan

66%
Game Brain Score Based on 26 reviews
  • story
  • gameplay
  • graphics
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"Tales of Hongyuan" is a role-playing game set in the land of Ground Hong, where players can explore over 30 scenic locations and complete main and branching tasks. The game features a turn-based battle system and the ability to tame monsters, which can then be used as guards to add attributes to the player's character. Players can also improve their environment and buildings on a private island, known as the Home System.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

66%
Audience ScoreBased on 26 reviews
story11 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a fresh take on traditional RPGs with its engaging wuxia-inspired story and colorful world.
  • Combat is challenging and rewarding, requiring players to strategize and manage resources effectively.
  • The game features a variety of quests and a base-building mechanic that adds depth and customization options.
  • The English translation is poor, leading to confusion and a lack of clarity in quests and dialogue.
  • The quest log and map are impractical and can be confusing, making navigation and quest tracking difficult.
  • The game has a low level cap and a lack of character customization, which may limit player progression and engagement.
  • story23 mentions

    The game's story is a mix of classic wuxia elements, featuring a decent main plot and engaging side quests that often outshine the primary narrative. While the characters and storyline are entertaining, many players find them somewhat shallow and lacking depth, with a gripping but short main story. The quest system is event-based, which can lead to missed opportunities, but overall, the game offers a fun experience within its xianxia setting.

    • “The Chinese truly understand what it means to tell a story of epic good versus evil classical fantasy stories.”
    • “The combat has flashy moves which fit each playable character well and the main story was gripping, although a bit short, but there are a lot of side quests to keep you busy anyway.”
    • “The quest system is interesting; from my point of view, the sub-quest stories are even better than the main quest.”
    • “The main story is kind of lacking something; it's short and the character development throughout the game is quite shallow, especially the ending that leaves a bitter taste for me.”
    • “Still a lot to be done for future games for the developer on storytelling, interface, more in-depth combat, environment, character development, and general game design.”
    • “Allowing the storytelling to turn into a more meaningful and engrossing game.”
  • gameplay5 mentions

    The gameplay is reminiscent of classic JRPGs like Final Fantasy IX, featuring simple mechanics that may appeal to fans of the genre. However, many players have reported significant bugs that negatively impact the experience, although the upgradable player base mechanics provide a redeeming quality.

    • “The gameplay is reminiscent of classic JRPGs, similar to Final Fantasy IX.”
    • “The one saving grace was the upgradable player base mechanics.”
    • “The mechanics are rather simple, making it accessible for new players.”
    • “When I bought the game, it had many bugs that affected the gameplay.”
    • “Rather simple mechanics.”
    • “Simple mechanics.”
  • graphics4 mentions

    The graphics are praised for their highly embellished and romanticized style, reminiscent of traditional Chinese art and storytelling. Users appreciate the hand-drawn visuals, noting that they stand out in the PC market, especially for a budget title, making it a recommended choice for fans of classic JRPG aesthetics.

    • “+ Pretty hand-drawn graphics.”
    • “Overall, it has really good graphics for a $13 brand new game.”
    • “Considering there's not that many non-RPG Maker JRPGs on PC, this is highly recommended for people who like traditional JRPGs and Chinese art style.”
    • “+ pretty hand-drawn graphics.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised, featuring stellar compositions and lovely classical Chinese melodies that enhance the setting and atmosphere, particularly during the enjoyable turn-based combat.

    • “The music is stellar, and the combat is turn-based and a lot of fun.”
    • “The game features lovely classical Chinese music that complements the setting and atmosphere very well.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players note that grinding is often necessary to defeat optional bosses, as it significantly boosts character strength, making the rest of the game easier. Additionally, some find the need for grinding to achieve high-level upgrades, such as improving base aesthetics, can feel excessive.

    • “As usual with these types of optional bosses, once you've beaten it, you've pretty much beaten the game since nothing else can touch you after that point, and you won't be strong enough to beat him unless you do a ton of grinding anyways.”
    • “I'm spoiled by auto-save games; it's a bit grindy if you want your base to look like a five-star hotel.”
  • humor1 mentions

    Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting that despite some grammatical errors and amusing misspellings, the comedic elements are clear and engaging. Many express a desire for more games with similar humor to be translated into English.

    • “I'm a native English speaker, and I wish more games like this would get an English translation. Even though there were a few grammatical errors and funny misspellings, I could always get the main gist of whatever conversation I was reading.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, users report that the game is relatively bug-free, indicating a high level of stability during gameplay.

    • “The game is relatively bug-free, providing a smooth experience.”
    • “I appreciate how stable the game runs without major issues.”
    • “The overall stability of the game enhances my enjoyment.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is enhanced by beautiful classical Chinese music that perfectly complements its setting, creating an immersive experience for players.

    • “The game had lovely classical Chinese music that complemented the setting and atmosphere very well.”
    • “The immersive sound design truly enhances the overall atmosphere, making every moment feel alive.”
    • “The stunning visuals and detailed environments create a captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
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