WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Reviews
With WUCHANG, we went on a dark action adventure inspired by Chinese mythology and influenced by Soulslike elements, such as tough combat and a mysterious world. Even though the game doesn’t give clear directions, it drives your curiosity to explore and interact with its world, making it an enjoyable experience for fans of challenge and difficulty.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
You’ve heard the story of Wuchang: Fallen Feathers dozens of times before, and ultimately, though she is the protagonist, you’ll discover she may not even be a good person (if the “pirate” bit didn’t clue you in). This is a gorgeous game, and not just because of its graphical fidelity. Much of the environment is so strong and distinct, it tells a story and is clearly authored very carefully. However, the gameplay is punishing and seems more focused on imitating a PlayStation 3 era tech demo than an enjoyable experience for the player.
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers stands as a good game, commendable for its experimental approach and strong world design. Yet, it's held back from reaching its full potential by a lack of refinement in its gameplay.
Review in Turkish | Read full review
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is an excellent choice for those seeking a Soulslike with interesting mechanics and significant challenges, set against a backdrop of impressive and engaging art direction. Despite this, the soundtrack leaves something to be desired, and the campaign – while rich in content – drags on beyond what's necessary, which can make the pace tiresome in the final hours. Still, the game is another great example of the growth of the Chinese gaming industry, reinforcing the high level of quality that the country's studios have achieved in recent years.
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A straight-up banger where it counts, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers features riveting combat, exploration and build freedom. Just don’t expect to be blown away by the story and lore, unless you’ve got a PhD in Chinese mythology... or insomnia.
Wuchang is a great effort by Leenzee Games. While the game won't revolutionize the Soulslike genre, it does the next best thing by offering some ideas that they, or maybe another developer, can refine. Maybe it will become a mainstay for the genre in future games. If anything, I believe a Wuchang sequel could be an incredible game if it happens. But right now, the formula just isn't there yet.
For true soulslike fans, WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is a strong recommendation — even a must-play. It might not be the absolute best soulslike out there, but developer Leenzee has delivered a very solid game on many fronts. What really stands out is the well-balanced mix between exploration and intense combat. Add to that the varied environments, plenty of mechanics to tinker with, and smooth-feeling fights, and you've got a compelling package. Where things do fall short, however, is the game’s performance — even on the PlayStation 5 Pro, it struggled to run smoothly. But if you can look past that, WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is definitely worth your time.
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Anyone put off recent Soulslikes by a perceived lack of challenge need not worry about Wuchang: Fallen Feathers.
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is about problem-solving as much as mastering skills and opponents’ patterns, showing there’s more to be done in this genre.
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers delivers almost everything a modern Soulslike needs to offer, but unfortunately nothing more than that in any area. The currently severe performance issues on consoles, the repetitive boss mechanics, and the overall too generic presentation significantly diminish the gaming experience. Genre veterans looking for a new kind of challenge may still want to give the title a chance
Review in German | Read full review
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is an amazing title, one of the best the genre has to offer.
Theres so much I could say about my time with Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, but in a time where everyone and their dog is attempting to capitalise on the Soulslike craze, Leenzee have left me feeling like I've encountered and experienced something special with Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, and something I can't help but gush about to anyone that'll listen. It's fun, frustrating in the best way, and one of the best Soulslikes for a long while.
Wuchang goes back to the genre’s roots in terms of level design, and this actually dates the title more than it makes it feel at home in 2025. The area-to-area exploration is some of the weakest I’ve known, and ultimately ends up being frustrating more than fun. Nevertheless, the rest of the game makes up for this weak point, and Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is the start of an exciting new franchise Souls fans need to play.
"A polished and ambitious Soulslike" Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is a solid entry in the Souls-like genre, offering a satisfying mix of challenging combat, deep customization, and striking visual design. The game's unique take on Chinese mythology is distinctive, and the gameplay—from weapon swapping to the inner demon mechanic—is well-executed. While the story relies on familiar tropes, it's supported by excellent world-building and presentation.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Wuchang: Fallen Feathers feels like a labor of love from start to finish. It does justice to the Soulslike formula, amplifies it, mixes it with another culture, and delivers something that has a lot more depth behind it.
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is a gritty, fast-paced soulslike that surprises with its sickly, atmospheric world and challenging but fair combat. Despite technical flaws and poorly explained mechanics, its intense boss fights and deep gameplay offer real rewards for dedicated players. A strong sense of identity and smooth progression make it well worth trying, especially for Game Pass subscribers looking for something fresh.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Anyone who enjoys soulslikes should not skip Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, and it's also perfect for those looking to get into the genre.
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is more than just another representative of the popular genre. WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is the best Soulslike of the year. With its challenging but fair combat system, a well thought-out skill and magic system, a profound lore and an atmospherically dense game world, Leenze Games has made a strong statement.
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