Last Updated on Jul 24, 2026 @ 13:25:35 PM.
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers was released this time last year, to much critical success, including our own 4.5/5 review, where I said this “might be the best example of doing nearly everything right in their attempt to copy the success. [of Hidetaka Miyazaki’s own Soulsborne games]”. One year on, and 505 Games are celebrating the anniversary with a slew of news, including a massive milestone of 5 million players (notice that’s not copies sold, likely due to XBOX Game Pass), a new video, and poster.
Per 505 Games:
Today, 505 Games proudly celebrates the first anniversary of WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, a title that has established itself as one of the stand-out RPG experiences of recent years. In celebration of this momentous milestone, the game is available for a special anniversary 30% discount across platforms*. In addition, 505 Games has shared a special anniversary highlight video, along with a stunning anniversary poster hand-drawn by talented content creator Shimi (Shi咪).
Since its launch, WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers has captivated players worldwide with its Chinese mythology-inspired world, innovative action RPG combat, striking art direction, and rich narrative. The title achieved an impressive debut on Steam, reaching 131,000 concurrent players at launch, underscoring both its commercial success, amassing over 5 million players during its first year, and the growing global influence of China’s premium game development industry. Critical and community reception has remained strong, with IGN naming WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers one of the Top 10 Soulslike Games, while the game has maintained an 80% Mostly Positive Steam rating, reinforcing its reputation as one of the genre’s most respected modern releases.
None of these achievements would have been possible without the dedication of the global WUCHANG community. Over the last twelve months, 5 million players globally have shared millions of moments: hard-fought victories, unforgettable boss encounters, fan creations, speedruns, guides, and discussions that have helped transform WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers from a highly anticipated release into a beloved franchise.
As the game enters its second year, 505 Games extend their heartfelt thanks to every player who stepped into Wuchang’s shoes, faced the mysteries, and became part of this extraordinary adventure.
Discount and period by platform:
- Steam anniversary sale: Standard Edition & Deluxe Upgrade (24th July – 7th Aug)
- Xbox Ultimate Game Sale: All SKUs (15th Jul – 30th Jul)
- Epic Summer Sale: All SKUs (16th Jul – 30th Jul)
- PS Summer Sale: Standard Edition (15th Jul – 12th Aug)/ Deluxe Edition and Deluxe Upgrade
(27th Jul – 12th Aug)
With news of a sequel still up in the air, it’ll be interesting to see which direction the studio goes with the clearly successful IP.
WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is available now on PlayStation 5, XBOX Series X|S, and PC.
Have you played WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers? Are you going to pick it up in the sale? Let us know in the comments below!
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