I'm 100% playing this

Summary

Key Points

• The game, Blood Messiah, is a new release from China, set in the Tang Dynasty around 989 AD. 0:10
• The game aims for historical accuracy, even noting the rarity of purple dye in that era. 1:11
• A key aspect of the combat is its realism, where enemies don't wait their turn to attack, contributing to immersion. 6:39
• The reviewer appreciates the lack of UI elements, which enhances the immersive experience. 6:39
• The gameplay features brutal and realistic combat, with visceral details like blades getting stuck in enemies. 9:05
• The game appears to blend scripted events with dynamic gameplay, though the exact balance is hard to determine without extensive play. 9:56
• The visuals are impressive, utilizing Unreal Engine 5 with detailed textures. 17:19
• The game avoids immersion-breaking mechanics like sudden screen blackouts when entering different lighting conditions. 19:41
• The reviewer expresses a desire for more games based on American history, similar to the cultural and historical focus of games like Blood Messiah. 22:52
• The developer's potential motivation for creating high-quality historical games is discussed as a form of soft power to promote Chinese culture. 22:52