NetEase Unveils AAA Wuxia Game 'Blood Message,' Drawing Comparisons to Uncharted and Tomb Raider

Surprise drop! NetEase Thunder Fire has officially unveiled *Blood Message*, an all-new action-adventure title that’s already drawing comparisons to a wuxia-inspired Uncharted.

Described as a “story-driven, single-player, action-adventure set in Ancient China,” *Blood Message* promises to deliver an unforgettable experience powered by “cutting-edge technology [to] heighten immersion in [an] epic blockbuster experience.”

Players can look forward to a deeply emotional journey with gameplay “anchored in cinematic storytelling” and intense, realistic combat that seamlessly blends stealth and survival mechanics. Explore stunning, diverse landscapes stretching across eastern and central Asia as you step into the shoes of a legendary warrior on a mission.

Blood Message is an upcoming third-person linear action-adventure title developed by 24 Entertainment Studio and NetEase Thunder Fire. It tells a gripping tale of loyalty and survival, inviting players to join Dunhuang’s rebellion as they control a nameless messenger and his young son in this deeply immersive adventure.

“Caught in the crossfire of a righteous uprising and driven by loyalty to both family and country, players will embark on a perilous eastward journey to deliver a message that holds the fate of their war-torn homeland,” teases the official description. “Amidst the shifting sands of history, they will etch a final tale of loyalty.”

The game’s cinematic reveal has already sparked excitement within the gaming community. One enthusiastic fan commented on YouTube, saying: “From not knowing about this game five minutes ago, it is now at the top of my most wanted list. Looks incredible!” Another added: “I see quite a bit of Uncharted/Tomb Raider Reboot DNA in this and I'm liking it!”

Blood Message Release Platforms

*Blood Message* is slated to launch on PC and consoles, though no official release window has been announced yet. Stay tuned for more updates as they become available!