In a nutshell

• Swords of Legends, the official sequel to the Gujian series, has been revealed by Wangyuan Shengtang and Aurogon Shanghai for PC and consoles, with no release date announced.
• It’s a single-player action RPG set in a mystical world inspired by Chinese literature and Far Eastern folklore, featuring cinematic storytelling and “wide linear” exploration.
• Players become an Underworld Enforcer, guiding lost souls across realms, with accessible combat mechanics like soul capturing and summonable allies.

Wangyuan Shengtang and Aurogon Shanghai have officially revealed Swords of Legends, coming to consoles and PC at an unspecified release date.

Swords of Legends is an upcoming action RPG set in a mystical realm inspired by legendary Chinese literature and Far Eastern folklore.

Check out the announcement trailer below (credits to Gematsu for the trailer)

Swords of Legends Details

Swords of Legends is the official sequel to the Gujian single-player series, expanding its universe with a new narrative and mythological depth. The game is said to feature a “wide linear” structure, rich in cinematic storytelling and exploration, but not fully open-world or Soulslike.

In the game, players will assume the role of an Underworld Enforcer navigating realms of the living and dead, guiding lost souls with personal backstories. Combat is aimed at accessibility over difficulty, with mechanics like soul capturing and summonable allies, including Ox-Head and Horse-Face.

Additionally, no prior knowledge of the Gujian franchise is required, as the story of Swords of Legends is standalone. Development began with Unreal Engine 5 in 2021, gained momentum in 2024 with new funding, and is now in full production.

Are you looking forward to this game?