The studio 24 Entertainment Lin’an and NetEase have officially announced a single-player action game calledBlood Message, which has fans very excited based on the reveal trailer.Blood Messageis a complete departure from NetEase games likeMarvel Rivals(made by a different studio) in pretty much every respect, focusing on single-player third-person gameplay and cinematic narrative storytelling as well. TheBlood Messagereveal has fans of single-player action games very excited about what’s to come, even with limited details available.
Theofficial reveal trailerforBlood Message, NetEase’s new single-player action-adventure game set in Ancient China,was released yesterday and already has fans extremely excited,with one YouTube user stating that"it is now at the top of my most wanted list.“The game is a major departure fromMarvel Rivals, NetEase’s surprise hit that launched late last year, promising to give players a “narrative-driven gameplay anchored in cinematic storytelling” and “visceral, realistic combat blending stealth and survival mechanics.”
Everything We Know About Blood Message
Blood Message Takes Place In Ancient China & Follows A Father-Son Story
Blood Messageis a single-player, story-driven action-adventure game from 24 Entertainment Lin’an set in Ancient China that follows a father and son through various trials and tribulations during the final years of the Tang Dynasty. Developers at NetEase promise"cutting-edge technology that creates a heightened level of immersion in an epic blockbuster experience.“It’s a linear, story-driven experience powered by Unreal Engine 5,“enhanced with proprietary tools and technologies by the studio.”
Blood Messageis being developed for both PC and console, and will blend"survival combat with profound Eastern storytelling.“Players will join the Dunhuang uprising and follow a nameless protagonist and his son on a mission to deliver a critical message"that holds the fate of their war-torn homeland.“The story takes place during the final years of the Tang Dynasty and promises to providea historically rich experience that honors the culture and customs of the time.According to NetEase, players can expect to see:
Zhipeng Hu, Lead Producer and NetEase Executive Vice President, stated that“we are ushering players a new generation of high adventure with Blood Message … After two decades of deep dedication to the gaming industry, we are prepared to deliver a truly epic and cinematic experience for players around the world.” Blood Message’sreveal trailerhas fans very excited about the game’s potential,and more details about the new project are sure to be released over the coming months.
The Right Move For NetEase
Players Want An Authentic Single-Player Experience That Honors History & Culture
NetEase is making the right move withBlood Message,and fans of single-player games are desperate for an authentic story set in Ancient China that properly pays homage to the culture and history of the time period. This game has the potential to do what games likeAssassin’s Creed Shadowsfell short of, or at least tell a compelling story of the time period that isgrounded in authentic storytelling and characters.It’s a move in the right direction for NetEase, assuming they can deliver on the many promises aboutBlood Messagemade so far.
It seems like the demand for single-player experiences is sky-high right now, with live service games becoming less appealing. If NetEase can manage to deliver on the various promises forBlood Message, it’s bound to be a successful single-player experience. WhileBlood Messageisn’t an open-world game, a well-done linear experience can easily draw players in, assuming the story is compelling and the characters are well-written. Overall, there’s no doubtBlood Messageis the type of game that NetEase and other AAA studios should be focusing on.
