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Phoenix in Flames: A Fateful Misdressing

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Phoenix in Flames: A Fateful Misdressing

Villain Role · Published by Villain Role

Content notice: Mild gore, and small amounts of suggestive or provocative language.

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Last updated 27 Sept 2026

《Phoenix in Flames: A Fateful Misdressing》 is a historical text adventure. Step into the shoes of a Jinwu Guard during the Tang Dynasty’s Shenlong Era. Deeply entangled in the coups following Empress Wu Zetian’s reign, your choices will steer the empire and forge your own unique destiny.

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3 Sept 2026Lowest: £4.29 · Highest: £4.297 Oct 2026

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Step into the role of a Jinwu Guard during the Tang Dynasty's Shenlong Era. Your decisions shape history in this early access RPG from Villain Role, where every choice matters deeply.

About this game

In the first year of the Shenlong Era, Zhang Jianzhi, Yuan Shuji, and their allies launched the historic "Shenlong Coup," forcing Empress Wu Zetian to abdicate and restoring Crown Prince Li Xian to the throne.

Yet, the new Emperor’s ascension did not usher in an era of prosperity. Instead, undercurrents surged as various factions bided their time.

Conspiracies, assassinations, coups, and armed mutinies.

Filthy blood stains the golden halls, while pure white flowers bloom amidst the smoldering ruins.

The protagonist—you—were once a mere Jinwu Guard patrolling the streets, only to be swept into a catastrophic web of intrigue.

Between loyalty and betrayal, love and desire, cold calculation and innate kindness.

Follow the choices of your heart to forge a "historical destiny" that belongs to you alone.

Key Characters:

Princess Taiping:

Princess Anle:

Shangguan Wan'er:

<Phoenix in Flames: A Fateful Misdressing> is a solo project I’ve poured my heart into.

The script is my own original creation, though I’ve utilized AI for a significant portion of the art and coding. To be honest, it is only through the power of AI that I was able to turn my vision into a reality as a lone developer.

Regarding Copyright: I take this very seriously. If there are any concerns regarding the generated content, please reach out. I am more than willing to communicate, replace assets, or discuss compensation.

I embrace AI as a creative partner, but I want to emphasize that the soul of the story—the writing—is 100% mine. I hope you can enjoy this journey without any reservations.

Why Early Access?

As I mentioned, because the script is entirely original, I am eager to hear your feedback. Rather than "creating in a vacuum" and indulging in my own vision, I believe it is far more valuable to meet my players early and refine the game based on your real-world experiences.

A Commitment to Stability

I am well aware of the reputation Early Access has—the "abandoned projects" and "broken promises." However, I want to put your mind at ease for two reasons:

  • No Financial Pressure: Thanks to the extensive use of AI for art and programming, my overhead costs are minimal. I am not driven by immediate revenue, which allows me to focus purely on quality.

  • Experienced Development: This is not my first time making a game. I have a realistic understanding of the workload and the development cycle.

With both the time and the resources secured, I am committed to a stable and consistent update schedule.

Content Roadmap

  • Main Story: 12 Chapters. This epic spans 8 years of historical turmoil, from the 1st year of Shenlong (705 AD) to the 2nd year of Xiantian (713 AD), following the protagonist’s struggles and life-altering choices.

  • Character Stories: 5-6 Chapters each. These side stories focus on the personal journeys of major characters, adding depth and perspective to the main plot.

Goal: I expect to complete all major narrative updates by December 2026.

System Requirements

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Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 7, Windows 8.1
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 2.00 GHz or AMD A10
  • Memory: 2 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel® HD Graphics 3000
  • Storage: 7 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS: Windows 10
  • Processor: Intel Core i3 2.00 GHz 或 AMD A10
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Intel® HD Graphics 3000
  • Storage: 7 GB available space

Supported Languages

Simplified Chinese, English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese

Latest news

  • Patch NotesOfficial

    First update

    Development Update & Patch NotesFirst of all, I’m very sorry for keeping everyone waiting for such a long time.It has been far too long since the last update. The delay was mainly caused by personal issues on my side, and I don’t want to make excuses for it.To everyone who has been patiently waiting for an update, I sincerely apologize.That said, I want to make one thing clear:I have not abandoned this game, and I’m not going anywhere.Most of the issues that were affecting development have now been resolved, and from this point forward, I should be able to return to a much more stable development and update schedule.What's included in this update1. Major system optimizationI reworked and optimized parts of the game's underlying structure, significantly reducing the amount of storage space required.The game is now only around 2 GB in size.2. Protagonist story updateNew story content has been added to all three main routes of the protagonist's storyline.Next UpdateThe next update is currently planned for the end of October.After making everyone wait for so long, I know that simply saying “I’ll update the game” doesn't mean very much anymore.So this time, I intend to prove it with the update itself.See you at the end of October.And to everyone who has continued to wait for and support this game — thank you.
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