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Water Margin - The Tale of Clouds and Wind

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52%Game Brain Score
gameplay, story
73% User Score Based on 22 reviews

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Water Margin - The Tale of Clouds and Wind is a single player and multiplayer arcade hack and slash game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Kingtec Information and was released on July 3, 2019. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

"Water Margin - Tale of Clouds and Wind" is a beat 'em up game set in a world of ancient Chinese legends. Choose from 3 outlaw heroes and fight through opposing armies to reach several alternate endings. With 16-bit graphics, power ups, and the option to play solo or with a friend, this game offers hours of action-packed gameplay. Originally released in Hong Kong, it has now been fully translated for English speakers.

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73%
Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews
gameplay2 positive mentions
  • The game offers solid gameplay and captures the essence of classic beat 'em ups like Golden Axe.
  • It features a unique Chinese cultural theme that adds a neat twist to the genre.
  • Health and pick-ups are easily accessible, allowing players to focus on the action without frustration.
  • The game suffers from technical issues, particularly with emulation and lack of diagonal movement.
  • It can be long and repetitive, with enemies having excessive health, making battles feel drawn out.
  • The overall experience is marred by its generic design and some baffling gameplay mechanics.
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    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is reminiscent of classic titles like Golden Axe and Knights of the Round, featuring a solid combat system and a unique Chinese cultural influence. Players appreciate the engaging mechanics, particularly the magic system, which enhances the overall experience.

    • “A game that seems inspired by Golden Axe and Knights of the Round with Chinese culture in it. I like that it's neat, and the gameplay is pretty solid. This is a good game.”
    • “It's pretty close to Golden Axe gameplay-wise, especially the magic system.”
  • story
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is reminiscent of a Golden Axe adventure set in ancient China, drawing inspiration from the classic literary work "Water Margin." Players seeking a deeper understanding of the narrative are encouraged to explore the source material for a fuller context.

    • “The game is based on the book 'Water Margin', so if you want the full story, be sure to look it up!”
    • “It feels a lot like a 'Golden Axe' game set in an ancient China story.”
    • “The narrative draws heavily from classic literature, immersing players in a rich and engaging storyline.”
    • “So if you want the full story the game is based on, go look up the book 'Water Margin'!”
    • “It feels a lot like a Golden Axe game taking place in an ancient China story.”
  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has a controversial history, originally featuring stolen tracks, including notable pieces from Final Fantasy VI. After being localized by Piko, the game replaced these unauthorized assets with legal alternatives, though the impact of this change on the overall musical experience remains a point of discussion among players.

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Water Margin - The Tale of Clouds and Wind is a arcade hack and slash game with fantasy theme.

Water Margin - The Tale of Clouds and Wind is available on PC, Windows and Sega Mega Drive.

Water Margin - The Tale of Clouds and Wind was released on July 3, 2019.

Water Margin - The Tale of Clouds and Wind was developed by Kingtec Information.

Water Margin - The Tale of Clouds and Wind has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its gameplay.

Water Margin - The Tale of Clouds and Wind is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.

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