The Swordsmen X
- April 26, 2020
- 上海杜昂网络科技有限公司
- 57h median play time
The Swordsmen X is an adrenaline-fueled free-roaming competitive action game that pits 100 players against each other in a battle royale. Players can wield a diverse arsenal of martial weapons, including bows, daggers, and other ranged attacks, in their fight for survival.
PC
Windows
Cloud
NVIDIA GeForce NOW
Reviews
- The game has a unique concept that combines martial arts with battle royale mechanics, offering a fresh take on the genre.
- Visually stunning graphics and an interesting combat system that allows for customization of martial arts styles.
- The developers are actively working on updates and improvements, showing potential for future growth and enhancements.
- Currently, the game is plagued by severe lag issues due to the exclusive availability of Chinese servers, making it nearly unplayable for non-Chinese players.
- The game lacks proper English translation and guidance, creating a significant barrier for players unfamiliar with the language.
- There is a very low player base outside of China, leading to long wait times for matches and a lack of matchmaking options.
- gameplay14 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 7 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun mechanics and beautiful visuals, but it suffers from significant issues such as severe lag, bugs, and a lack of server options outside of China, which hampers the overall experience. While the combat system has depth and potential, players find it difficult to fully enjoy due to poor animations and unclear mechanics. A more robust tutorial and smoother gameplay could enhance the experience significantly.
“Atmosphere by the bucketload and the mechanics and learning system is just brilliant.”
“The gameplay is great.”
“Once you know how to play, the game is lit; it just needs more players and smoother gameplay, and this game can go so far as a battle royale.”
“Bugs, lags, and poor gameplay.”
“No explanation whatsoever of the mechanics, and the default key bindings are very confusing.”
“Some sort of guide to help people better understand the unique gameplay systems would be beneficial.”
- graphics13 mentions
- 46 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received generally positive feedback, with many players praising the stunning visuals and unique Chinese art style. However, issues such as severe lag, high ping, and graphical glitches have been noted, particularly when playing on lower settings to mitigate performance problems. Overall, while the graphics are appealing, the experience is hindered by server-related issues that need addressing.
“I really like the concept of this game and the graphics are great.”
“So far the game is promising, the graphics are pretty good, and the towns are diverse and interesting.”
“I highly recommend this game; it's a stunning game with great visual graphics and great combat.”
“When the game first started, I could not make much of an argument to convince other gamers to play this game; it was not translated fully, there were only Chinese and Asian servers, and you had to play on low graphics to play with the least amount of lag.”
“Severe lag problems, the ping is very high. Wait until they fix the lag or add more servers near your region, and expect many graphical glitches.”
“Severe lag, several graphic issues, and some fuzzy gameplay mechanics make it difficult to enjoy.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, with players reporting inconsistent hit detection and performance drops from 60fps to around 45fps in certain areas. Additionally, the reliance on poorly functioning servers, currently limited to China, further exacerbates the overall experience.
“Performance-wise, I am getting 60 FPS, and it drops to around 45 FPS in some areas. The only problem is that only the China servers are working right now.”
“The game runs smoothly, and it feels like everything is working fine.”
“The game is poorly optimized.”
“Performance-wise, I am getting 60 FPS, but it drops to around 45 FPS in some areas. The only problem is that only the China servers are working right now.”
“The optimization is lacking, and the server performance is too bad.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized due to issues like freezing during fights, rubberbanding, and various bugs, which can hinder gameplay despite the overall enjoyment it offers.
“It's hard to win fights when it freezes up right when the fight starts.”
“This game is very buggy but still tons of fun.”
“Rubberbanding and random freezes.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its rich and immersive atmosphere, complemented by innovative mechanics and a well-designed learning system, contributing to its unique appeal.
“Atmosphere by the bucketload, and the mechanics and learning system are just brilliant.”
“The game itself is kind of unique and has a special atmosphere.”
- story1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users suggest that the story may be impacted by technical issues such as delayed attacks and movements, implying that a server-based setup could enhance the overall narrative experience.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is perceived as a money grab, with some users expressing concerns about ineffective advertising in Western markets.
“I 100% agree on that; however, as of right now, this only appears to be a money grab or purely just poor advertisement in the West.”
“The monetization strategy feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
“It's frustrating that the game is designed in a way that pushes players towards microtransactions to progress.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be enjoyable and humorous, highlighting its comedic elements as a significant positive aspect.
“This game had me laughing out loud with its clever jokes and witty dialogue.”
“The humor is spot on, making even the most mundane tasks entertaining.”
“I love how the game incorporates humor into every aspect, from the characters to the storyline.”
