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[Dev Log] Gameplay: Cooking & Apothecary

[p]Hello everyone![/p][p][/p][p]Following our previous dossier, today we are showcasing our Cooking and Apothecary systems in action. [/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]In our next phase, we will focus on further developing and refining the overall game world in preparation for the Next Fest, which will take place in late February. We hope to see you there![/p]

[Dev Log] Gameplay: Character Cards in Action

[p]Hello everyone![/p][p][/p][p]Following our previous dossier, today we are showcasing our character cards in action. This video covers the battle styles and card effects for the majority of our cast, though some remain hidden for now to avoid spoilers.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]Our next phase will focus on Cooking and Apothecary systems. Beyond combat, we are hard at work designing a vast array of items and their unique effects, while continuing to flesh out and polish the overall game world.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for your continued support and patience. We’ll see you in the next update![/p]

[Dev Log] Twelve Playable Characters Dossier

[p]Hello everyone![/p][p]Thank you for your support of Chinese Strange Stories. In this dev log, we are proud to formally unveil the complete design dossier for all twelve playable characters.[/p][p]Note: The English titles of the Liaozhai stories cited here are based on the translations found in Sidney L. Sondergard’s Strange Tales From Liaozhai.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]That is the end of this dev log. Our next phase will focus on refining the card functionality and combat mechanics. We look forward to seeing you in the next update![/p]

Release Date Update for Chinese Strange Stories

[p]Dear all,[/p][p][/p][p]We’re sorry to share that the release of Chinese Strange Stories has been moved to Q1 2026. We know many of you have been looking forward to the full game, and we truly appreciate your patience.[/p][p][/p][p]We want to deliver an experience we can be proud of, and taking a bit more time will help us do that.[/p][p][/p][p]In the meantime, we’ll be posting regular dev logs to keep you updated on our progress and show what’s changing behind the scenes.[/p][p][/p][p]Thank you for your understanding and continued support.[/p][p]— Chinese Strange Stories Team[/p]

Chinese Strange Stories Demo Available Now!

[p]The free demo of Chinese Strange Stories is now live![/p][p]Step into a living Chinese painting that blends the mystical, supernatural, and the struggles of daily life in the final years of the Ming dynasty.[/p][p][/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][p]The demo includes the prologue and the first town’s storyline. You can experience the core gameplay features — exploration, combat, and choices that reshape both fate and outcome.[/p][p]Press F11 in-game to submit bug reports or feedback directly — we truly appreciate your help![/p][p][/p][p]Join us and share your thoughts with the community![/p]