A new video showcasing the gameplay for upcoming Souls-like action RPG Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has been released. The video, which you can check out below, includes Chinese commentary on the game, as well as a rundown on how development on the title has been going since it was first announced all the way back in 2021.
The video gives us a rundown of the story in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. Taking place in the Ming Dynasty during the outbreak of a mysterious plague, players are put into the shoes of protagonist Wuchang, who finds herself with not only amnesia, but also some strange supernatural powers.
The video also gives us a solid look at the upcoming title’s gameplay, including combat against a host of different enemies, and even a quick glimpse at what appears to be a mystical boss fight. Keeping with its Souls-like roots, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers will also tell its story in esoteric ways, complete with NPCs that appear stark raving mad.
The video also makes a point of mentioning how much more polished Wuchang: Fallen Feathers appears this time around, especially when compared to the rough gameplay we saw back when the title was first announced.
Among the encounters showcased in the video are what appear to be minor boss fights, as well as sprawling levels that will have players fight as well as solve puzzles across various vertical levels. Bosses showcased in the video include the Man-Eating Monk, the Feathered Priest, Ogre, and the Giant Centipede. It is worth noting that these are rough translations of the boss names from the game’s original Chinese language.
The title also seemingly helps players not get lost during exploration by providing subtle hints about what they can expect when they walk down a path. For example, a compass will show up on the UI with arrows pointing to a nearby campfire where players can rest. On the other hand, if a path has strong enemies, the game will make use of environmental storytelling.
Interestingly, the Wuchang: Fallen Feathers also seemingly has fewer campfires to rest at thank other Souls-like titles, with developer Leenzee Games instead opting to make use of more shortcuts to help players traverse across its world.
The video also gives us a quick idea of how progression in Wuchang: Fallen Feathers works. Rather than leveling up to raise attribute points, the title will instead allow players to get new skills through a comprehensive skill tree. Interestingly, this also allows players to focus on a single weapon type, allowing their skills to get more efficient when it comes to damage and resources spent.
Leenzee Games and publisher 505 Games had revealed back in June that Wuchang: Fallen Feathers would be released some time in 2025. While no solid release date has been announced since then, we do know that the title will be coming to PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. In the mean time, you can check out the trailer from back in October, which gave us a vivid look at some of the game’s locations, bombastic combat, and different weapons.