“The Late ming Dynasty” Overcomes Rocky Launch too Achieve Success, Highlighting Growth in Chinese Game Progress and Cultural Export
Despite a challenging debut at the Bilibili High Energy Video Game Festival in 2021, which saw significant player criticism and team departures, the game “the Late Ming Dynasty” has since achieved considerable success. The initial live demonstration was met with poor reception, pushing the project to the brink. However, under the dedicated leadership of Xia Siyuan, the development team persevered, focusing on refining the game and ultimately leading to its current positive standing.
While “The Late Ming Dynasty” boasts strong sales figures on Steam, player reviews currently lean towards “mostly negative.” A recurring concern among players is the game’s optimization, with reports of a less-than-smooth experience on PC.This issue is not uncommon for games developed by newer studios, frequently enough attributed to a lack of extensive experience.Lingze Technology, the developer, has the chance to improve player sentiment by addressing these optimization concerns.
In a recent interview, Xia Siyuan expressed a core ambition for “The Late Ming Dynasty”: to introduce global audiences to Chinese traditional culture and folk narratives. The game’s journey from a troubled launch to commercial success mirrors the broader maturation of the Chinese game market. Furthermore, it signifies a growing international appreciation for chinese culture, underscoring the continuous expansion of China’s soft power.