Epic Games Official published a review article by special contributor Nicole Carpenter， praising the upcoming Chinese game “Ming Dynasty: Abyss Feather” set to release in July: It adds new brilliance to the somber Soulslike genre.
Key Excerpts and Analysis:
“What truly sets ‘Ming Dynasty: Abyss Feather’ apart is how all elements within the game are interconnected through the team’s distinct cultural perspective，” stated Xia Siyuan. “These scenes deliver a powerful visual impact because they are drawn from real locations in Sichuan that carry historical and emotional weight. You’ll see references to ancient temples， folk rituals， and archaeological sites that many of us studied or visited in our youth. This cultural connection makes even the most minute details， like the curve of a roof or an NPC’s dialect， feel exceptionally crafted and undeniably authentic.”
Players can experience a blend of frenzy and emotion within the world of “Ming Dynasty: Abyss Feather.” As Xia Siyuan explained， “The color and environmental design of each boss battle scene is an emotional mapping of the character’s psychological state.”
Even the intricate and challenging boss battles in “Ming Dynasty: Abyss Feather” cleverly utilize color elements to create dynamic and visually stunning combat sequences akin to fireworks. The brilliant flares of weapons， coupled with the rhythmic， dance-like movements of dodging and parrying， create a captivating spectacle. Furthermore， with its highly dramatic costume design， this Soulslike game from Lingze Technology might become a major hit among fashion-conscious Soulslike players. Like all excellent Soulslike titles， “Ming Dynasty: Abyss Feather” integrates a costume system as a core part of the experience. Indeed， in-game costumes enhance the abilities and attributes of the protagonist， Wuchang. Adjusting armor pieces is a fundamental mechanic in this genre， requiring players to precisely match components that suit their unique combat style.
The costumes not only offer power but also serve as a tribute to Chinese history， mythology， and worldview. The enjoyment and challenge lie in balancing creative and aesthetically pleasing armor designs – a significant portion of the armor in the game clearly draws inspiration from avian forms. For instance， in one set， sleek black feathers cascade from Wuchang’s dark gloves. The pre-order exclusive armor for “Ming Dynasty: Abyss Feather” features Wuchang adorned in a translucent cape， with luminous feathers mysteriously floating in the air. Another set， the Peacock Feather Armor， is intricately patterned against the body， complemented by a high-slit jade skirt and form-fitting knee-high boots. This stands in stark contrast to the typically melancholic medieval attire seen in games like “Elden Ring” or “Demon’s Souls.”
“Everything in our design originates from the world we’re building， its background， and its details，” Xia Siyuan commented. “Armor designs fuse Ming Dynasty fashion styles and regional attire traditions， alongside mythological elements deeply connected to the ‘Ming Dynasty’ worldview. Each piece of armor is intended to reflect its origin—whether from forgotten temples， the lineage of samurai clans， or lands corrupted by the Feathered Disease.”
Undoubtedly， Wuchang’s armor embodies both magical power and a captivating aesthetic. For many players， including the sizeable community of “Soulslike fashion enthusiasts，” curating the perfect look for Wuchang is as significant as the core gameplay mechanics themselves.
“We wanted to create a work with soul. It carries our identity， our roots， and the stories that have shaped us，” Xia Siyuan concluded. “That is the fundamental reason why ‘Ming Dynasty: Abyss Feather’ is so unique.”
