Xuan-Yuan Sword: Mists Beyond the Mountains, one of the most popular RPGs in the Chinese-speaking area, launched on Steam on July 26. This highly acclaimed game has won numerous awards around Asia and offers players an immersive experience in a world where East and West collide.
The game follows the journey of Septem, a Frankish Knight under the orders of Pepin III, as he embarks on a quest to seek the Invincible Arts of War. Starting from the canals of Venice, Septem's path takes him through the Middle East and Western Regions, all the way to the mystical Orient. Along the way, he becomes entangled in power disputes between local factions and the ambitions of the dark lord, Satan.
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Set during a time when China enjoys peace and prosperity under the Tang Empire, while Europe is engulfed in the Dark Ages and the Arabian Empire rises, Xuan-Yuan Sword: Mists Beyond the Mountains brings together a symphony of Western and Eastern culture. The game showcases unique architectural styles, clothing, food, and customs from Venice to Damascus and Chang'an.
The story of Xuan-Yuan Sword III seamlessly integrates history with Chinese and Western mythology. Players will encounter historical enemies such as Merovingian soldiers, the Venetian navy, the Abbasid Caliphate, Tang soldiers, and Taoists, alongside mythical creatures like centaurs, Medusa, the Black and White Reapers, and the Xuannü of the Nine Heavens.
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One of the standout features of the game is the unique Spirit Fusion Pot system. Players can capture enemies in battle using the pot and use items and monsters to craft new items or creatures from the codex. The resulting item will differ based on whether the Eastern or Western altar is selected.
Visually, Xuan-Yuan Sword: Mists Beyond the Mountains boasts a beautiful traditional Chinese art style. The game map, battle backgrounds, and characters are all painted in unique oriental ink, creating a visually stunning experience for players.
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The Steam version of the game comes with various improvements and changes, including 16:9 high-resolution graphics, a UI rework, high-resolution item textures, and controller support. Additionally, the China Episode, originally added in the mobile version, will be included in this release.
Fans of RPGs and those interested in exploring the collision of East and West in a richly detailed world should not miss the launch of Xuan-Yuan Sword: Mists Beyond the Mountains on Steam on July 26.