The scrolls of an ancient legend are finally being unfurled for the entire world to read with Swords of Legends.
During a stunning world premiere at Gamescom’s Opening Night Live, developer Aurogon Shanghai officially announced Swords of Legends, a brand-new, standalone action RPG adventure.
For the first time in the franchise’s 15-year history, this next instalment in the beloved Gujian series will be launching globally on PC and consoles.
This marks a huge moment for the celebrated Chinese studio, as they bring their signature storytelling and artistry to a worldwide audience in a premium, single-player experience.
A Legend Forged in the East, Now Shared with the World
For nearly two decades, Aurogon Shanghai has been a pioneer in China’s single-player RPG scene, and their acclaimed Gujian series is an epic saga that has captured the hearts of millions, selling more than six million copies and even earning the prestigious China Copyright Gold Award.
Swords of Legends is a brand-new, standalone entry into this universe, built from the ground up for a global audience. It preserves the series’ tradition of deeply woven narratives while introducing new characters and a fresh storyline, making it the perfect entry point for newcomers and a new chapter that honours the legacy cherished by fans in China for nearly two decades.
Welcome to the Underworld
Swords of Legends invites players to journey through a breathtaking undead realm steeped in magical Chinese underworld mythology.
Drawing inspiration from ancient Chinese literature and cultural folklore like the legendary “Classic of Mountains and Seas,” the world of Swords of Legends is as enchanting as it is unsettling. Built in Unreal Engine 5, the game aims to immerse players in an atmospheric realm where every location, from a serene lotus pond to a treacherous cliffside path, holds both beauty and danger.
Your journey will be accompanied by the haunting melodies of traditional Eastern music, alongside unforgettable spectral beings and mythical creatures.
In this new adventure, you will take on the title of Si Pan, an Underworld Enforcer who is “dead yet reborn.” Your journey will see you guiding wandering souls through this mystical realm while simultaneously attempting to uncover your own destiny.
Wielding Mystical Power
As an Underworld Enforcer, you will command a host of powerful and otherworldly abilities in fast-paced, strategic combat.
You will wield a combination of mystical techniques, divine artifacts, and powerful weapons to battle a host of otherworldly horrors. Every foe will present a unique challenge, inviting you to master your abilities and strategically exploit their weaknesses.
Your unique position as an enforcer of the underworld grants you a range of special abilities. You can summon captured souls to fight by your side, bind enemies in place with spiritual seals, or unleash devastating multi-target attacks to turn the tide of any battle.
A new chapter in one of China’s most celebrated RPG sagas is about to begin, and for the first time, the whole world is invited. With its stunning visuals, rich cultural roots, and deep, strategic combat, Swords of Legends is poised to be an unforgettable adventure.
We’ll keep you looped.
