xiuzhen idle
- June 20, 2022
- 游戏养家工作室
Get on Steam"Xiuzhen Idle" is a free simulation game where players manage a cultivation studio, producing and selling spiritual artifacts. Idle mechanics and RPG elements are combined, allowing players to automate processes and actively participate in battles. The game features various resources, items, and character development, providing depth and complexity to the management aspect.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Engaging gameplay with a deep and intricate system that keeps players occupied for a long time.
- The game successfully captures the essence of the xianxia genre, providing a satisfying cultivation experience.
- The developer shows care for the community by providing an English visual guide and actively working on updates.
- The game suffers from poor translations and incomplete English support, making it difficult for non-Chinese speakers to fully enjoy.
- Many systems feel underdeveloped or tedious, leading to a lack of meaningful progression and engagement in the late game.
- The game requires constant attention and does not support offline progress, which can be frustrating for players.
- gameplay13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and addictive, featuring a variety of mechanics that encourage continuous improvement and progression. While some mechanics may feel cumbersome or unnecessary, the overall experience is enjoyable, with a unique twist on the idle genre that requires active participation to avoid setbacks. Players appreciate the constant sense of progression, though some feel the game could benefit from streamlining certain features.
“I came into the game not expecting much, but was surprised in a good way at the gameplay.”
“The different mechanics play well together, and you will always find yourself a goal to improve upon, much like a cultivator striving to better themselves to victory.”
“Super fun idle game with a lot of mechanics and an absolutely constant sense of progression.”
“Some mechanics are a bit cumbersome and some features seem next to useless; it would be nice if they offered better alternative paths for progression.”
“The talisman DLC seems to only make things go faster and doesn't seem to be necessary for any actual mechanic in the game.”
“Bloated, full of mechanics that don't matter at all, with enough busywork to not actually be an idle game at all.”
- grinding13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- -15 % neutral mentions
- 92 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight a mixed reception regarding the grinding aspect of the game. While some players appreciate the ability to progress without excessive waiting and find satisfaction in leveling up, many feel that the grinding can become tedious and uninteresting over time. Overall, the game is seen as suitable for fans of idle and cultivation genres, but it may not be beginner-friendly and can lead to boredom during extended play sessions.
“The systems are well-designed, making grinding feel rewarding rather than tedious.”
“Progression has a good pace, allowing players to feel a sense of achievement without overwhelming them.”
“The grinding mechanics are straightforward, making it easy to understand and enjoy the journey.”
“There are some good ideas in here 100%, but ultimately the game feels more tedious than challenging.”
“5/10, cool concept and novel theme, tedious and uninteresting to progress.”
“It does get boring and tedious at some parts later on though.”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely criticized for being minimal and lacking depth, with many players noting that it primarily focuses on cultivation and character progression rather than a compelling narrative. While the fan translation helps players grasp some elements, the overall consensus is that the game would benefit significantly from a more developed storyline.
“The fan translation is enough to understand a bit of the story and user interface.”
“The bad story and post-game play make it confusing—there is no real story, just cultivate.”
“There is no real story; you just cultivate and become stronger, that's it.”
“This game would be better if it had some kind of story.”
- graphics3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received mixed feedback; while some users appreciate the imaginative and simplistic design, others note issues with text overlapping and mismatched visuals due to rough translations, which can detract from the overall experience.
“Another con of this game is that because it has been roughly translated, the graphics don't really match the text in places, making it look a bit weird or hard to read due to overlapping text. It's not a huge issue, though.”
“Imagination combined with simple graphics can be better than any next-gen graphics.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 200 % positive mentions
- -400 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its lack of microtransactions, offering a pure idle gaming experience without the pressure to spend money.
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't pressure players to spend money.”
“I appreciate that the game offers plenty of free content without forcing purchases.”
“An idle game with no microtransactions?”
“The monetization model feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
“It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls.”
