- August 18, 2021
- SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT
Xuan-Yuan Sword: The Scar of Sky
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About
"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.











- 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- The combat and graphics feel outdated, which may deter some modern players.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.
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe 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.”