NetEase Games has officially unveiled 《诡影藏锋》, a first-person extraction action RPG inspired by Chinese mythology. Alongside the game's debut trailer, its Steam store page is now live, while applications for an upcoming PC playtest beginning on August 7 are available through the official website. According to information published by China's National Press and Publication Administration, a mobile version is also planned.

Official Site: https://ying.163.com/

First Gameplay Reveal: 

Every Expedition Is a Race to Escape

Players venture into dangerous forbidden zones to gather supplies, uncover treasure, and investigate the truth behind a mysterious catastrophe. Every expedition ends with a race to reach the Gate of Life, where only those who escape alive can keep the rewards they have collected.

Unlike traditional battle royale games, 《诡影藏锋》 does not feature a shrinking play zone. Instead, each match lasts around 15 minutes, emphasizing exploration, resource gathering, and successful extraction over simply being the last player standing.

First-Person Melee Combat

Rather than relying on modern firearms, combat revolves entirely around traditional melee weapons, including swords, sabers, and other close-range arms. Every weapon features its own attack speed, reach, and fighting style, making positioning, timing, and weapon mastery the key to survival.

Players can also choose from multiple combat schools inspired by Chinese folklore. Each school offers distinct abilities, allowing players to manipulate enemies, launch stealth attacks, or overwhelm opponents through aggressive close-range combat.

A World Inspired by Chinese Mythology

The story takes place in a kingdom inspired by ancient China after a devastating catastrophe known as the Shadow Calamity. Once-thriving settlements have fallen into ruin, leaving behind abandoned villages, forgotten temples, and ancient residences.

As the boundary between the human world and the underworld collapses, supernatural creatures emerge across the land, transforming every expedition into a journey through a world steeped in Chinese mythology, folklore, and supernatural horror.

Steam Page Now Live

The Steam store page is now available for wishlisting, while applications for the upcoming PC playtest are open through the official website. The first playtest is scheduled to begin on August 7.