In the world of martial arts games, "The Great Jianghu: Azure Dragon and White Bird" stands out. It brings players back to the golden age of pixel art games and sets its story in the tumultuous times of early Southern Song Dynasty. The versions of "The Great Jianghu: Azure Dragon and White Bird" have puzzled many players. With the perfect blend of retro and ancient styles, it paints a world full of passion and heroism for players, attracting countless game enthusiasts to dive in and experience the unique charm of the jianghu.

"The Great Jianghu: Azure Dragon and White Bird," crafted by ChillyRoom, caught the attention of many martial arts fans since its early access launch on August 15, 2022. After much refinement, it was officially released on October 23, 2024, with the mobile version following on March 6, 2025. Set in the year 1141 AD during the Southern Song Dynasty, when the Song and Jin dynasties were at odds, the jianghu is rife with undercurrents. Players will take on the role of a novice in the jianghu, navigating through this perilous yet opportunity-filled world.

One of the highlights of the game is its extremely high degree of freedom. Upon entering the game, you feel as if you are in a real jianghu, where you don't need to follow a fixed path to grow; the vast jianghu is yours to explore. Based on the actual ancient river and terrain designs, the large maps of Jingzhou, Xiaoxiang, Bashu, Jiangdong, and Zhongyuan feature numerous martial arts sects, ancient towns, and maze-like ancient paths. You can freely explore the unknown world of the jianghu, whether it's hunting for legendary treasures or challenging martial arts masters, the choice is yours.

In terms of plot, "The Great Jianghu: Azure Dragon and White Bird" is no less impressive. With over 700,000 words of storyline, the richness is astounding. The two main storylines, the Ruined Temple Line and the Feathered Robe Line, along with multiple branch plots such as the Eastern Book, Western Bo, Shaolin, and Golden Crow Mansion, form a vast and complex jianghu story network. Every choice you make may influence the direction of the plot and determine the fate of the characters. A single playthrough can last over 40 hours, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this world filled with grudges, love, and revenge. Here, you can wander the jianghu with fellow martial artists or climb to the peak of power, writing your own jianghu legend. The martial arts system is the core of martial arts games, and this game excels in it as well. There are numerous martial arts sects in the jianghu, with over a hundred ultimate martial arts techniques, including swordsmanship, saber skills, staff techniques, fist and palm methods, finger techniques, hidden weapons, and music. Each school has its strengths.

Different attributes can be developed into completely different martial arts routines, with over a dozen martial arts routes waiting for you to discover. You can choose agile swordsmanship or sword techniques that emphasize insight, and even create your own martial arts, becoming a unique school. The game also features over 300 exotic characteristics, adding more variables to your martial arts journey. In addition to exciting battles and plots, there are many interesting gameplay elements. For example, mining and treasure appraisal, where you can dig for ores in mountain caves and mazes, not only to enhance your equipment but also to potentially appraise magical artifacts. If you have the "Leader" or "Beast King" characteristic, you can capture some NPCs, making mountain bandits, sheep, and wild boars your teammates to fight alongside you.

Whether you are fond of retro pixel art, passionate about high-freedom martial arts adventures, or obsessed with complex plots and diverse martial arts, "The Great Jianghu: Azure Dragon and White Bird" can meet your expectations. Come and step into this charming martial arts world, start your own jianghu journey, and ensure you have an excellent gaming experience!