Roguelite, rhythm,survival game. You need to play the role of Ma Chao, upgrade weapons in the battle, combine fetters, break through the tight encirclement, fight your way out, even if cursed by the world, you have to kill your father's enemy Cao Cao!
Players take on the role of Ma Chao, a character from the Three Kingdoms period, and must time their blocks and attacks to the beat of the music. Accurately blocking enemy strikes and countering with well-timed attacks is crucial for success. This rhythm-based gameplay creates an engaging, fast-paced experience that rewards player skill and reflexes.
The game features a wide variety of weapons, each with its own unique attack pattern and effectiveness against specific enemy types. Weapons also possess "Synergy" tags, and equipping multiple weapons with the same tags grants the player special effects. This encourages experimentation with different weapon combinations to find the optimal loadout for each situation.
As players defeat enemies, they earn experience points to level up Ma Chao. Leveling up unlocks new weapons, abilities, and passive upgrades, allowing the player to continually improve their combat capabilities. The roguelike structure means that each run is different, and players must adapt their strategies to the weapons and upgrades they acquire.
The game offers a high degree of replayability. Players can use different characters to unlock story chapters and glimpse the larger narrative of the "Songs" series. Completing various difficulty levels and stages is required to access this additional content, giving players a strong incentive to keep playing and improving their skills.
The developer's inspiration for the game comes from the emotional impact of the final boss battle in Drakengard 3, which featured a rhythm game set to a hauntingly beautiful song. This combination of intense gameplay and a somber, dramatic narrative has clearly influenced the tone and design of the game, promising a unique and potentially impactful experience for players.