5 Chinese Video Games That Help You Learn More About Chinese Culture

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Genshin Impact 

Genshin Impact is a free-to-play, open-world action RPG developed and published by HoYoverse (formerly miHoYo). Players explore the vast world of Teyvat, battling enemies, solving puzzles, and uncovering the mysteries of the world and their own lost sibling. The game features a dynamic combat system using elemental magic and character switching, along with a gacha system for acquiring new characters and weapons. 

Where Winds Meet

"Where Winds Meet" is an upcoming open-world action-adventure RPG set in a tumultuous period of ancient China, during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms era, after the fall of the Tang Dynasty. Players will embody a young swordsman on a journey to uncover the mysteries of his identity amidst political intrigue, power struggles, and epic battles. The game emphasizes Wuxia (martial arts and chivalry) elements, featuring diverse combat styles, weapons, and skills inspired by Chinese martial arts.

Black Myth Wukong

Black Myth: Wukong is an upcoming action RPG based on the classic Chinese novel Journey to the West. The game, developed by Game Science, features a single-player experience where players take on the role of the "Destined One," an anthropomorphic monkey with supernatural abilities, inspired by Sun Wukong, the Monkey King.

Infinity Nikki

Infinity Nikki is an open-world dress-up adventure game. It combines fashion with exploration, allowing players to journey through the fantastical land of Miraland, collecting outfits that possess magical abilities crucial for exploration and solving challenges. The game features a blend of action-adventure, dress-up elements, and open-world exploration.

Dream and Lethe Record

Dream and Lethe Record is a mobile RPG developed by VNG Corporation, where players take on the role of an Envoy, guiding legendary heroes through the ancient realm of Lethe. The game blends ancient Chinese aesthetics with modern manhua-style graphics. Players will explore the land, accompany heroes, and help them fulfill their wishes and aspirations.