Stylish soulslike Wuchang Fallen Feathers is already on sale before launch

While we're hardly lacking great soulslikes, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers looks to put its own fresh spin on the increasingly well-explored formula. With a bleak yet layered story that blends dark fantasy with rich Chinese folklore and history, developer Leenzee's rock-hard RPG drops later this month, and you can get a chunky pre-order discount right now over on Fanatical.

Like many of the best soulslikes, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers delivers stamina-based combat that demands precise dodging and skillful use of your abilities. According to Leenzee, it's also a pretty meaty game with side quests galore that combined should take you 40-60 hours to wrap.

There are five weapon types to choose from and 25 unique options in total, including one-handed swords, axes, spears, dual blades, and war clubs. You can even equip two weapons at once while throwing around some of the game's several dozen spells.

In our Wuchang: Fallen Feathers preview, Jamie says, "[Wuchang: Fallen Feathers] is doing plenty to stand out from the ever-growing crowd." Specifically, what sets it apart is the unique Madness system, driven by the supernatural Feathering Disease. Damage and death fuel your corruption - each increase in Madness boosts your power, but strips away your defenses. Once you reach peak corruption, dying summons an Inner Demon: a formidable doppelganger guarding your lost resources. It's a compelling risk-reward mechanic that adds tension and strategy.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers arrives on Thursday, July 24, 2025, and you can pre-order it for $38.99 over at Fanatical right now. That's a 22% discount. If you pre-order, you'll get two costume sets, a Vermillion War Club, and a Glistening Red Mercury upgrade item.

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