Yaoling: Mythical Journey

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"Yaoling: Mythical Journey" is an RPG adventure game set on the Land of the Ancients, where over 300 unique Yaolings reside. As a Yaoling Keeper, players collect and form bonds with these mythical creatures while uncovering a dark power threatening the harmony of this world. Save data from the Early Access version will be carried over to the official release. No information is available regarding controller support or specific release date.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

+15

98%

Audience ScoreBased on 504 reviews

story28 positive mentions

grinding22 negative mentions

The game features a charming art style and captivating music, enhancing the overall experience.
It offers a unique auto-battler combat system that allows for strategic team composition and synergy among Yaolings.
There is a vast world to explore with a large variety of creatures to collect, including shinies and color variants, making it engaging for completionists.

The game can feel too easy at times, especially in the early and mid-game, leading to a lack of challenge.
Some players have reported minor bugs and translation issues, which can detract from the overall experience.
The story is considered weak and lacks depth, with some players feeling it doesn't provide enough engagement.

story
106 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
70%
4%
The story of the game is generally viewed as simple and somewhat predictable, with some players appreciating its charm and unexpected twists, while others find it lacking depth and engagement. Many reviews note that the narrative improves as the game progresses, but it remains unfinished, leaving players wanting more. Overall, while the story may not be the main draw for everyone, it provides a serviceable backdrop for the enjoyable gameplay and creature-collecting mechanics.
- “The story's also quite enjoyable, and I for one didn't see the twist coming. I won't say much more than that there is a twist, because I'd rather others played it and enjoyed it themselves, but I was definitely surprised.”
- “But as the story unfolds, you might find yourself playing a crucial role in saving this troubled world.”
- “The story is serviceable, but interesting enough; the world has some fascinating lore and I was invested enough to see where it's going.”
- “The story is still a bit lacking but that might be something they will fix later in development.”
- “The story, or lack thereof, is probably my only real complaint about the game.”
- “The story consists of talking to one person, going to the next area, talking to another person, going to fight a boss, and repeating.”
graphics
88 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
57%
40%
3%
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming and unique art style, which resonates well with fans of Japanese aesthetics and creature collection genres. Players appreciate the stunning visuals and the relaxing music that enhances the overall ambiance, making the experience enjoyable and immersive. While some note minor inconsistencies in the art style, the overall consensus is that the graphics are a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.
- “The game is absolutely stunning with its unique graphics.”
- “The graphical aesthetic is absolutely beautiful, but I really have to give it over to the music.”
- “I've already fallen in love with the art style, it's so cute and I can't stop admiring it when I'm playing.”
- “My only real complaint is that the art style is very inconsistent.”
- “As a person who has recently grown fond of adventure games with creature collection as a main feature, this was an excellent substitution for Pokémon (I don't have any Nintendo game console) and Palworld (my laptop refuses to run the game for falling short of graphic requirements).”
- “Don't get me wrong, I still like the game for the graphics and cuteness and the town, but there could be more to the battle system.”
gameplay
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
57%
7%
The gameplay of "Yaoling: Mythical Journey" is praised for its engaging autobattler mechanics and creature-collecting elements, offering a deep and enjoyable experience with a variety of strategic options. Players appreciate the charming art style and the innovative "charms" mechanic that adds unique abilities, although some find the battles to be overly easy and wish for more interactive combat options. Overall, the game is considered a standout in its genre, with a solid core gameplay loop that encourages exploration and team building, despite some minor early access issues.
- “One of the standout features of Yaoling: Mythical Journey is the 'charms' mechanic, which functions like cards that grant special gameplay abilities.”
- “With stunning art and engaging gameplay, Yaoling: Mythical Journey is a must-play for fans of RPGs and monster-collecting games.”
- “Breeding and capturing the perfect team is enjoyable, and coupled with the engaging tactical gameplay, it’s a winning formula.”
- “My only complaints are that there are some kind of janky mechanics (it's early access) and the translation is very rough (again, early access).”
- “There's still a stupid stamina limitation with no gameplay purpose.”
- “As someone who likes autoplay, I don't like the charms mechanics where I have to keep putting charms to participate.”
music
42 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
26%
7%
The music in the game is widely praised for its beauty and soothing qualities, with many players finding it immersive and enjoyable throughout their experience. While some noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive over time, the overall consensus is that it complements the game's art style and atmosphere exceptionally well. Highlights include catchy themes, particularly for boss encounters, and a rich ambiance that enhances the gameplay experience.
- “The soundtrack is amazing and I found myself just standing in place listening to it.”
- “The music is gorgeous, and the demon boss theme is quite catchy.”
- “This delight of a game takes the strategy of Unicorn Overlord, the creature collection of Pokémon, and mixes it all together into a fantastic art style accompanied with some of the most serene and beautiful music I have ever heard in a game.”
- “My only real complaints are that the music got a bit old towards the end of my playthrough and pacing was a little off.”
- “The graphical aesthetic is absolutely beautiful, but I really have to give it over to the music.”
- “I also want to give the music some credit, because it is quite pleasant and I find the sound effects cute and charming.”
grinding
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding in the game to be enjoyable rather than tedious, with many appreciating the balance between exploration and resource management. While early levels may not scale well, late-game grinding can help bridge level gaps, allowing players to defeat bosses at lower levels with strategic play. Overall, the game offers a rich variety of activities, making grinding feel rewarding and integrated into the overall experience.
- “In the early game, the levels did not scale enough, whereas in the late game, the gaps in levels were a bit much; nothing a little grinding wouldn't solve, and you could often beat bosses 5-10 levels under depending on matchup/talisman use.”
- “The basic gameplay loop is to go out questing, catching creatures, searching for hidden items, exploring, and then every half hour or so teleport back to your base to make any available upgrades and check in on your resource farming and breeding.”
- “I honestly don't think I've played a gem quite like this and hope the devs continue to improve on it, as there is a slight problem with the lack of spirit shards since breeding was a bit tedious.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is praised for its beautiful art and immersive soundtrack, creating an enjoyable environment for exploration and item collection. However, some players note that character animations feel stiff and mobile-like, while NPC voice levels and UI font choices detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, the overall ambiance remains a highlight for many players.
- “Love this game to just run around collecting items to craft charms and enjoy the atmosphere.”
- “The atmosphere is awesome and the environment is better due to the art itself.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by the creators' playful exaggeration of the playtime, which users find amusing. Players enjoy the lightheartedness of collecting quirky characters and engaging in battles, contributing to an overall fun and entertaining experience.
- “You run around a huge map, collect funny little guys, then form a team with them to combat other creatures or trainers.”
- “A very very great game - and funny from the creators to say playtime is like 10 hours haha, it's more like 100+.”

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15h Median play time

12h Average play time

6-16h Spent by most gamers

*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs

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