Is such a delay in keeping with the rites of Zhou?
[p]Esteemed scholars, whose counsel is as sharp as your wit,
We have received numerous petitions from loyal advisors urging the immediate pacification of the six states—a matter they deem of utmost urgency.[/p][p]![]()
[/p][p]Their devotion warms Our heart.[/p][p][/p][p]Yet We cannot forget the last playtest: as Our troops closed in on Luoyi, the enemy’s city simply… vanished into the heavens, leaving Qin Shi Huang and his forces in rather awkward silence.[/p][p]![]()
The enemy had deployed an “empty city” stratagem—so empty, in fact, that not even the walls remained. The memory remains etched in Our mind—a defeat We shall not repeat.[/p][p][/p][p]Eliminating foes, restoring cities to order, and defending against waves of bug-spawned troops have tested Our strength to its limits.
Add to that disordered interfaces, exploit-prone bulletin boards, and other such troubles.[/p][p][/p][p]But take heart—all these issues have now been resolved.[/p][p][/p][p]We have also refined and expanded many features. A detailed family tree system has been implemented, so you need never fear accidentally cultivating… unconventional relationships with family members (let’s leave it at that).![]()
Managing personal connections is now more intuitive, and every skill and art is clearly documented. Assign the right task to the right person—with clarity and confidence.[/p][p][/p][p]When studying the philosophies of the Hundred Schools of Thought, you may absorb their essence—and then refine it further.
It is not that We dismiss the teachings of the great masters, but some doctrines align more naturally with one’s upbringing… and prove more practical.[/p][p]![]()
[/p][p]Furthermore, Qin Shi Huang has ordered the removal of fixed camera perspectives. How can one grasp the grandeur of this vast land through a narrow window? A true empire deserves a true view.[/p][p]![]()
[/p][p][/p][p]Given the unexpected issues during the last playtest, We have chosen to prioritize your experience above all.
Thus, the art showcase originally scheduled for January shall be postponed until February.
We offer Our sincere apologies and ask for your patience as We polish the demo to ensure greater stability.[/p][p][/p][p]Some among you may ask: what of the earlier predictions for the demo’s release? Will you honor them, Master Win?[/p][p][/p][p]Set your minds at ease—this delay, like Qin Shi Huang before a mirror, reflects a double victory. [/p][p]How so? First, the demo shall offer a far smoother and richer experience;[/p][p][/p][p]Second, We shall select ten fortunate scholars from the 348 who participated in the prediction event held from December 5 to 12, each to receive a full game CDKey.[/p][p][/p][p]And to pledge Our commitment—We swear upon the imperial treasury:
The demo will be released between February 8 and February 18.
Any scholar who correctly predicts the exact release date shall receive a CDKey for Huaxia: Warring States.
Should We fail to release within this window, every participant in the prediction event shall receive a CDKey.[/p][p][/p][p]To take part: [/p][p]Leave a comment below with your predicted release date (between February 8 and 18). [/p][p]Event period: [/p][p]January 20, 2026 – February 7, 2026 [/p][p]Reward: [/p][p]A correct guess grants you a CDKey for Huaxia: Warring States.[/p][p] (The demo will be freely playable without a key.)[/p][p][/p][p]We shall continue refining the game, determined to be worthy of your anticipation. Little Xi will soon share more development updates—We welcome you to join Our Discord and share your thoughts![/p][p]Discord:https://discord.gg/X8Vqud4JPy [/p]
We have received numerous petitions from loyal advisors urging the immediate pacification of the six states—a matter they deem of utmost urgency.[/p][p]
Add to that disordered interfaces, exploit-prone bulletin boards, and other such troubles.[/p][p][/p][p]But take heart—all these issues have now been resolved.[/p][p][/p][p]We have also refined and expanded many features. A detailed family tree system has been implemented, so you need never fear accidentally cultivating… unconventional relationships with family members (let’s leave it at that).
It is not that We dismiss the teachings of the great masters, but some doctrines align more naturally with one’s upbringing… and prove more practical.[/p][p]
Thus, the art showcase originally scheduled for January shall be postponed until February.
We offer Our sincere apologies and ask for your patience as We polish the demo to ensure greater stability.[/p][p][/p][p]Some among you may ask: what of the earlier predictions for the demo’s release? Will you honor them, Master Win?[/p][p][/p][p]Set your minds at ease—this delay, like Qin Shi Huang before a mirror, reflects a double victory. [/p][p]How so? First, the demo shall offer a far smoother and richer experience;[/p][p][/p][p]Second, We shall select ten fortunate scholars from the 348 who participated in the prediction event held from December 5 to 12, each to receive a full game CDKey.[/p][p][/p][p]And to pledge Our commitment—We swear upon the imperial treasury:
The demo will be released between February 8 and February 18.
Any scholar who correctly predicts the exact release date shall receive a CDKey for Huaxia: Warring States.
Should We fail to release within this window, every participant in the prediction event shall receive a CDKey.[/p][p][/p][p]To take part: [/p][p]Leave a comment below with your predicted release date (between February 8 and 18). [/p][p]Event period: [/p][p]January 20, 2026 – February 7, 2026 [/p][p]Reward: [/p][p]A correct guess grants you a CDKey for Huaxia: Warring States.[/p][p] (The demo will be freely playable without a key.)[/p][p][/p][p]We shall continue refining the game, determined to be worthy of your anticipation. Little Xi will soon share more development updates—We welcome you to join Our Discord and share your thoughts![/p][p]Discord:https://discord.gg/X8Vqud4JPy [/p]