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Minimum: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires Système d'exploitation : Windows 10 Processeur : 1.8 GHz Processor Mémoire vive : 512 MB de mémoire Graphiques : 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 7 DirectX : Version 7.0 Espace disque : 2 GB d'espace disque disponible Carte son : Direct compatible sound card for audio

Recommended: Système d'exploitation et processeur 64 bits nécessaires

Xuan-Yuan Sword: The Scar of Sky

Niche cult favorite
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Released August 18, 2021
sample: 400 reviews posted after launch (4 AI-classified)
91/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 93 % · 2,630 reviews (« Very Positive »)
8,19€ 4,09€ -50%🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

Players sink dozens of hours into this historical RPG adventure, with 229 out of 400 sampled reviewers logging over 25 hours of playtime. The title secures a 93% positive rating across 2,630 global Steam reviews, driven by strong nostalgic appeal.

What it's about: *** This Game is only available in Chinese *** 《轩辕剑参外传 天之痕》是大宇资讯DOMO小组所制作的回合制角色扮演游戏,融合历史、神话、五行等要素,以妙趣横生的战斗系统、别具一格的水墨画风,呈现出一个跌宕起伏、百转千回的隋末传奇故事。

In-game

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« I can't read it but the game is good! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 6 h played
« 不多说啥了,马上就是玩儿这个游戏的第25个年头了,买过盗版也支持过整版,再支持一次。通关过两位数次肯定有了。游戏旧存档不能导入这个版本,不过神魔异事录和符鬼小屋的老存档还能用 : ) »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 36 h played
« The Scar of Sky defined the "tragic romance" of Chinese RPG. It is an ultimate "tear-jerkers", simply hearing the theme music can trigger waves of nostalgia and sadness. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 118 h played
« goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 19 h played

In players' words

« I can't read it but the game is good! »
👍 anonymous review · Jan 2026 · 6 h played
« The Scar of Sky defined the "tragic romance" of Chinese RPG. It is an ultimate "tear-jerkers", simply hearing the theme music can trigger waves of nostalgia and sadness. »
👍 anonymous review · Jul 2026 · 118 h played
« 不多说啥了,马上就是玩儿这个游戏的第25个年头了,买过盗版也支持过整版,再支持一次。通关过两位数次肯定有了。游戏旧存档不能导入这个版本,不过神魔异事录和符鬼小屋的老存档还能用 : ) »
👍 anonymous review · Dec 2025 · 36 h played
« goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood! »
👍 anonymous review · Nov 2025 · 19 h played

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
100 % pos · n=2
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=1
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=1
Content / longevity
100 % pos · n=1
Stability / bugs
0 % pos · n=1
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay2200
Story / writing1100
Audio / music1100
Content / longevity1100
Stability / bugs1010

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 28 h on median; those who dislike it: 27 h.

<2h
77 % (n=13)
2-10h
83 % (n=42)
10-25h
96 % (n=116)
>25h
92 % (n=229)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Apr 2025 : 88% positive88AprMay 2025 : 83% positive83MayJun 2025 : 94% positive94JunJul 2025 : 96% positive96JulAug 2025 : 85% positive85AugSep 2025 : 97% positive97SepOct 2025 : 93% positive93OctNov 2025 : 91% positive91NovDec 2025 : 97% positive97DecJan 2026 : 91% positive91JanFeb 2026 : 88% positive88FebMar 2026 : 87% positive87MarApr 2026 : 94% positive94AprMay 2026 : 86% positive86MayJun 2026 : 93% positive93JunJul 2026 : 92% positive92Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

4 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 60 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 27,5 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

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Strengths

  • Deep engagement is evident as 229 players out of 400 sampled spent more than 25 hours immersed in the journey.
  • Solid core gameplay mechanics received 2 positive mentions out of 2 total remarks.
  • Nostalgia and classic elements resonate strongly, appearing across multiple reviews as key drivers of enjoyment.

Weaknesses

  • Technical hiccups and save system concerns surface in the community, with 1 mixed mention noted regarding bugs.
  • Language barriers pose a hurdle for some players, cited as a notable obstacle in early playtime.

Who is it for?

Fans of traditional narrative-driven role-playing games and those seeking a nostalgic, tragedy-tinted epic will find a rewarding experience here.

Is Xuan-Yuan Sword: The Scar of Sky worth it in 2026?

Yes — player reception is very positive: 93% of 2,630 Steam reviews are positive (player score 91/100). Most-praised strength: Deep engagement is evident as 229 players out of 400 sampled spent. Current price: 4,09€ (50% off).

Verdict

Xuan-Yuan Sword: The Scar of Sky proves to be a compelling journey for dedicated RPG enthusiasts, backed by a robust 92% positive reception post-launch. Despite minor technical friction and language hurdles, the long-term investment by players highlights its enduring classic charm.

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