MMORPGs are either fun or boring. There's honestly no in-between for me; it's all or nothing. Well, NetEase Games and ZhuRong Studio are ready to bring their open-world multiplayer social RPG Sword of Justice to a worldwide audience following a stellar launch in China, where it amassed 40 million players in the first month alone.
Visually, the game looks stunning, and I can't help but think of Infinity Nikki and Dynasty Warriors when I look at it. However, Sword of Justice certainly looks to cement itself as one of the go-to action games for mobile and PC players. It's certainly going to be an experience to try out the combat in this MMORPG, with the devs promising a 'cinematic-quality' experience.
For those of you who care more about the social aspects than the fighting, it'll please you to know that Sword of Justice features comprehensive social mechanics, even allowing you to embark on the path of love with romantic bonds - who needs dating games? Plus, you can join guilds, form brotherhoods, discover mentorship, and more.
Even solo players are more than welcome to join an adventure that breathes new life into 12th-century China (the Northern Song Dynasty, to be precise), as you don't have to rely on other players, with the game offering you NPC companions. Whether you're alone or with friends, you'll always be able to appreciate the views that the landscape and environment offer you.
Just remember that Sword of Justice is still an RPG; as such, you need to be careful about what actions you take and decisions you make, as they can shape the characters around you.
One thing about this game that certainly piques my interest is that you can't pay-to-win here, as the game doesn't feature those mechanics, instead encouraging you to play and earn your resources. Some of the best mobile games could learn a thing or two from this because, personally speaking, I'm not a fan of playing something that's pay-to-win. It takes the enjoyment away.
While we don't have the Sword of Justice release date just yet, you can pre-register for the game, so make sure you visit the official website. If you need some help killing time, check out our lists of the best Switch games and Steam Deck games for some handheld action.