Xuan-Yuan Sword: The Scar of Sky
- August 18, 2021
- SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT
Get on Steam"Xuan-Yuan Sword: The Scar of Sky" is a Chinese turn-based role-playing game that combines historical, mythological, and five-element elements in a story-driven experience. Players collect artifacts, interact with characters, and defeat enemies using a unique combat system and watercolor aesthetic, all set in a tumultuous saga taking place in the year 601 CE. The game features a distinctive five-element property system, a "symbiotic ghost" system, and an alchemy feature for crafting new items.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a beautiful and moving story that resonates with players, evoking strong emotions and nostalgia.
- The art style and music are praised for their quality, contributing to a rich and immersive experience.
- The gameplay mechanics, including alchemical fusion and multiple endings, provide depth and encourage exploration.
- The combat and graphics feel outdated, which may deter some modern players.
- There are technical issues, such as achievement bugs and occasional sound problems, that can disrupt the experience.
- Some players find the character development and plot progression lacking compared to contemporary standards.
- story10 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its beauty and emotional depth, evoking nostalgic memories and exploring themes of love, hate, justice, and sacrifice. While some players found the main character lacking in bravery, they acknowledged that his humble nature ultimately contributed to the narrative's impactful conclusion. Overall, the storytelling is considered engaging, with well-defined character conflicts and a rewarding experience that enhances gameplay.
“Beautiful and moving story.”
“This game has an amazing story!”
“This game reminds me of those golden times with my schoolmates when I was 8; it perfectly showed a story full of love and hate, justice and evil, saving and killing.”
“The only thing that made me stop playing was the sad story of the characters, but finally, after all this time, I decided to play it again and finish it!”
“Even though many players argued that the main character, Jinchou Chen, was not brave and attractive enough to be capable of being the leader in the whole story, there's no denying the fact that his witness and humble attitude did save the most significant event at the end of the game.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are considered outdated by some players, yet they still find enjoyment in the overall experience.
“I'm really enjoying this game despite the outdated combat and graphics.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players express a deep emotional connection to the game, noting that even after multiple playthroughs, it continues to evoke strong feelings. There is also a desire for the inclusion of previously cut storylines to enhance the emotional experience further.
“Just played for 1 hour, and I'm still emotionally touched just like the first time I played it. Thank you for bringing it to Steam! I hope you can add the storylines that were cut back then; that would be amazing!”
“The emotional depth of this game is unparalleled. It truly resonates with the player and leaves a lasting impact.”
“I was moved to tears by the storyline and character development. This game has a way of connecting with your feelings like no other.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised for its quality, complementing the cute characters and enhancing the overall experience, while also contributing to the discovery of secret treasures and easter eggs.
“Great music, cute characters, I love the secret treasures and easter eggs this game has.”
