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九莲宝灯 · Published by 九莲宝灯
Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Fengshen: Celestial Chess is an Oriental mythological card game centered on strategic battles of wits.
Indie, RPG, Free To Play, Strategy, Early Access, Casual · More free games
Embark on a casual yet challenging journey as you strategize through Oriental mythological card battles. Test your wit against formidable foes in this free-to-play, early access RPG and strategy game from 九莲宝灯.
About this game
Background Story
After the finalization of the Fengshen List (List of Deities), the Heavenly Court established the "Celestial Chess Pavilion" as a place for immortals to relax.
Jiang Ziya held the cards, Lord Laozi pondered deeply, and Sect Leader Tongtian watched the game coldly, sighing silently at the decline of his Jie Sect. Zhao Gongming stroked his Sea-Calming Pearls and muttered, "The Fengshen List has ruined me!" Meanwhile, the Three Xiao Sisters secretly altered the card order using their Primordial Golden Bucket—earning a chuckle and rebuke from Ancient Buddha Ran Deng: "You still have the stubborn streak of the Jie Sect!"
Suddenly, a commotion erupted at the Southern Heavenly Gate. It turned out that Immortal Wuyun had transformed into a golden carp and jumped onto the card table, leaving Taoist Zhunti exclaiming repeatedly, "The Western Religion has lost another disciple..." The Fengshen War is long over; why not pass the time playing cards?
Game Features
Innovative Gameplay, Fair Competition：Offense combines number cards with character cards and flower cards. Players must utilize their character's magical treasure strategies alongside their offensive card sets to defeat opponents. A random trial mode invites all immortals to experience the challenge.
Casual/Ranked Modes, Play Anytime
Four-player matchmaking battles! Play Casual or Ranked anytime, anywhere, with no pressure! Quick matchmaking starts the game instantly—outsmart deities from all realms and achieve stunning comebacks!
Enjoy casual or ranked matches anytime, anywhere with no pressure! Fast matchmaking gets you into games quickly—compete with immortals from all walks of life and stage incredible comebacks!
Diverse Factions, Magic Treasure SynergiesOver 50 core Fengshen characters are featured, including Ne Zha and Ao Bing! Choose from three major factions: Human, Demon, and Immortal. With gameplay like "natal magic treasures," characters offer rich and diverse development paths.
Exquisite Hand-Painted Art, Stunning Chinese StyleBeautiful Oriental aesthetics and elaborate hand-painted character designs showcase the unique charm of the card table, keeping matches from feeling dull.
Message from the Developer
Greetings, fellow immortals! I’m Yezhu, the producer of Fengshen: Celestial Chess.
The birth of this game is actually a pretty "impulsive" story.
One afternoon, our planner, Brother Ma, had just finished watching a Fengshen Yanyi (Investiture of the Gods) adaptation. He slammed his thigh and said, "The story ends right after the Fengshen List is finalized? Do immortals just laze around once they’ve met their KPI? That doesn’t make sense—this Heavenly Court is dropping the ball!"
A coder nearby, busy fixing bugs, didn’t even look up: "What? You want immortals to ‘re-enter the workforce’ and play mahjong with you?"
Our artist, Sister Mei, sipped her coffee gracefully and said, "If I could ‘discuss Dao while playing cards’ with Lord Laozi, watch the Three Xiao Sisters use their Primordial Golden Bucket to ‘sneak cards,’ and have immortal attendants serve tea by the side... Tsk, that’s the ultimate ‘slacking off’—fit for immortals!"
That’s when the idea clicked for me: "Hey, this could work! Why not turn this immortal card game into reality?" Holding cards is like commanding a chess game—strategize and take control! Shake the Golden Bucket to shift the balance of power (a "physical cheat"?), transform into a carp to stir up chaos! But... it still felt like it was missing a touch of "celestial charm" and "grand vision."
And so, the concept for Fengshen: Celestial Chess was officially greenlit—born from a group of "office workers" venting and daydreaming about immortals’ daily lives! We wondered: What kind of "post-Fengshen" celestial realm do players really want?
Stress-Relieving Immortal Cultivation: Your "cultivation" means immersing yourself in card games, watching immortals banter, and enjoying celestial elixirs. No need to save the mortal world—focus on "seizing your destiny" (or winning the game)! Watch if Sect Leader Tongtian is "cursed with bad luck" again today.
Immortals Have Tricks Too: Don’t be fooled by their otherworldly grace! Is Lord Laozi frowning because he’s plotting a move, or because he’s stuck with bad cards? Is Sister Xiao smiling at you because she has a good hand, or because she’s about to "sneak your cards"? See through their microexpressions, and you’ll be the "card table actor" of the next round!
Vivid Characters, Full of Humor: Jiang Ziya—calm as a veteran! The Three Xiao Sisters—masters of quick hands! Taoist Zhunti—the "meme king" when he loses a good card! These lively characters will have you laughing out loud as you play.
Wisdom Is the Real Currency: Luck alone isn’t enough! Compete with acting skills (pretending to have bad cards to confuse opponents), calculation (predicting the immortals’ next moves), and even guard against "physical cheats" (warning: the Three Xiao Sisters’ Primordial Golden Bucket is no joke)! Every move is both brain-teasing and thrilling!
Now, the card tables are ready (and still being polished), and the celestial tea (servers) is warmed up! Everything is set—we just need you, our "chosen card partners"! Without your laughter (and feedback), this immortal card game won’t feel lively.
We treat every piece of your feedback as a "celestial edict." Follow us and pre-register now! We’ll continue to share "exclusives" later:
Card Table Secrets: Who is the "sneakiest" in the Heavenly Court? Did Lei Zhenzi ever flip the table with his wings?
Immortal Anecdotes: Does Daji like to use her charm to win card games? Does Wen Zhong cheat by peeking at cards with his third eye?
Finally, I’ll be hanging around the comment section—let’s chat!
Which immortal do you most want to "compete against"? The resourceful Jiang Ziya, or Ne Zha who claims "my fate is mine to command"?
If you could use a Fengshen magic treasure as a "legitimate cheat," what would you choose? How would you use it? Force opponents to play cards with the Heavenly Whip? Let Xiao Tianquan (Heavenly Dog) peek at cards for you?
Don’t hold back, fellow immortals! Your ideas are the best "cheats" for this game! Let’s make this immortal card game more exciting, more wonderful, and more addictive together!
— Yezhu (with an electronic wooden fish in hand, silently praying for a smooth test launch)
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 7
- Processor: 1.8 GHz Processor
- Memory: 512 MB RAM
- Graphics: 3D graphics card compatible
- DirectX: Version 7.0
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 2 GB available space
- Sound Card: Direct compatible sound card for audio
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
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The Story Behind the Mythical Character in "Fengshen Zhi Yi": Yang Jian
Character Introduction:On the journey to conquer King Zhou, he outwitted the Four Demon Generals, lured and captured Tu Xingsun, saw through Zhang Kui’s schemes, and even used transformation techniques to trick the antidote and save lives. In the end, he retired after achieving meritorious deeds, attained sainthood in his physical body, and was enfeoffed as the True Lord of Pure Source and Wonderful Dao. Later, he joined Nezha and other immortals in the pantheon, becoming the widely renowned Erlang Shen among the people.Magic Weapon IntroductionHeavenly EyeWeapon Description: At the start of your turn, automatically look at the top card of the deck and gain all Three Talents cards from it.Legend Background: Legend records that Erlang Shen has a third "Heavenly Eye" on his forehead. As stated in the Erlang Precious Scroll (1555 AD, Jiajing Reign of the Ming Dynasty): "The Heavenly Eye opens, gazing upon the ten directions as if they were in the palm of one's hand."Eight-Nine Mysterious ArtsWeapon Description: HP +8, and you take 8/9 damage from Three Talents cards.Legend Background: A profound Taoist technique practiced by Yang Jian, granting him the abilities of transformation and boundless magical powers. His master, Jade Cauldron True Person, praised him: "Mastering the wonders of the Eight-Nine Mysteries, he roams freely across the mortal world."Howling Heavenly HoundWeapon Description: After dealing damage with an 8/9 Three Talents card, randomly discard 1 card from the target's hand.Legend Background: Yang Jian possesses a white celestial hound named Howling Heavenly Hound as his magic weapon. The scroll describes it: "The celestial hound attained enlightenment, known as Slim Waist—its form like a white elephant, its momentum like an owl; with a bronze head and iron neck, none can withstand it, and those encountering its fierce edge shall have their bones reduced to dust."That’s all for today’s character sharing! All immortals are welcome to discuss together~"F...Read full article on Community Announcements (封神之弈)AnnouncementsOfficial
The Story Behind the Mythical Character in Fengshen Zhi Yi - Nezha
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The Story Behind the Mythical Character in "Fengshen Zhi Yi" - Shen Gongbao
In Fengshen Zhi Yi, every immortal and mortal hero carries magnificent mythic epics and mysterious allusions behind their figures. Today, let’s explore the supernatural powers and strategies embodied by some characters’ skills, and feel the heavenly mysteries, magical transformations, and karmic destiny that have flowed through the primeval chaos since time immemorial! Character IntroductionA disciple of Yuanshi Tianzun from the Chan School and Jiang Ziya’s junior fellow apprentice, he betrayed the school to assist the Shang Dynasty out of jealousy toward his favored peers. Proficient in Taoist magic, he wielded the Kaitian Pearl and rode a white-fronted tiger, inciting the Jie School and thirty-six sects of cultivators to oppose the Western Zhou Dynasty. He repeatedly plotted against Jiang Ziya, lured Yin Jiao and his brother into betrayal, and even attempted to burn the Conferred God List. Though ordered by Nüwa to bring chaos to the Shang Dynasty, his excessive cruelty led to his suppression by Yuanshi Tianzun. In the end, his physical body was sacrificed to plug the North Sea Eye, and his soul was enfeoffed as the East China Sea Water-Dividing General.Magic Artifacts IntroductionMagic Artifact Name: Water-Splitting ThornArtifact Description: Astrology cards discarded by other characters will be added to your hand.Artifact Allusion: "You, Shen Gongbao, once belonged to the Chan School but betrayed it to assist the tyrants against the righteous. Having converted, you broke your oath to commit evil deeds. Out of consideration for the hardships of your cultivation, I grant you a minor honor. By imperial decree, you are entrusted with governing the East China Sea—witnessing the sunrise at dawn, guiding the Heavenly River at dusk, dispersing waters in summer and freezing them in winter, cycling endlessly. You shall hold the position of Water-Dividing General. Always respect this imperial order and never neglect your duties!"Magic Artifact Name: Bronze BellArtifact Des...Read full article on Community Announcements (封神之弈)AnnouncementsOfficial
Newcomer's Guide to FengShen Zhi Yi - Detailed Rules Explanation!
"Fengshen Yi" is a competitive game that integrates Chinese mythological elements with card strategy. In the game, you will immerse yourself in a magical mythical world and experience the boundless charm of Eastern mythology from a relaxed and interesting perspective. All content and images presented in this article are from the game's development phase and do not represent the final in-game visuals.Game WorldviewAfter the finalization of the Fengshen Bang (List of Gods), the Heavenly Court established the "Xianyi Pavilion" as a place for gods to entertain themselves. Jiang Ziya holds his cards, the Supreme Lord Laozi ponders deeply, and Tongtian Jiaozhu watches the card game coldly, sighing at the decline of his Jie Sect. Zhao Gongming strokes his Dinghai Pearls and mutters, "The Fengshen Bang has ruined me!" Meanwhile, the Three Xiao Niangniang (Three Xiao Ladies) secretly tamper with the card order using the Hunyuan Golden Bucket, prompting Ran Deng Ancient Buddha to laugh and reprimand, "You still have the temperament of the Jie Sect!" Suddenly, an commotion is heard at the Southern Heavenly Gate—turns out Wuyun Immortal has transformed into a golden carp and jumped onto the card table, leaving Zhunti Daoist exclaiming repeatedly, "The Western Sect has lost another disciple..." The Fengshen War has long passed; why not enjoy a casual card game in your leisure time?Three Realms Race SettingIn the Eastern land of "Fengshen Yi," blessed by ancient deities, all living beings are divided into three realms based on the "Law of Heaven and Earth": Human, Immortal, and Demon. Each race has unique characters and styles: the Human Race governs the mortal world, the Immortal Race maintains the order of the Nine Heavens, and the Demon Race lurks in the dark realms.A character's basic information includes: Health, Attack, Defense, Level, Hand Card Limit, and their unique Magical Artifacts—providing players with more strategic options during battles.Magical ArtifactsEvery char...Read full article on Community Announcements (封神之弈)AnnouncementsOfficial
Breaking News! The First Test of "Fengshen Zhi Yi" Is Coming Soon！
Fellow immortals, please stay—heavenly secrets have been revealed!A Fengshen world that gathers countless divine generals and overflows with ingenious schemes awaits your arrival.Here, you are no bystander, but a strategist who holds the heavenly way in your grasp. By skillfully forging your exclusive card deck, combining ever-changing tactical schools, you’ll engage in strategic battles within fast-paced confrontations. Every card carries a Fengshen legend; every choice will shape the course of the battle.Preview of key test information:● Testing platforms: Android & PC● Test type: Limited closed beta (data will be wiped; no in-app purchases)● Launch time: Early November (stay tuned for the exact date)Take action now: Click the \ button at the top of this post to follow the Fengshen Zhi Yi forum! Updates on the test schedule, qualification acquisition methods, and other latest news will be announced here first!For more details, join the official QQ group of Fengshen Zhi Yi.Destiny has come—only awaiting your presence. We look forward to fellow Taoists stepping into the Fengshen world, and writing your own mythic chapter with wisdom and strategy.Respectfully,The Fengshen Zhi Yi Operation TeamRead full article on Community Announcements (封神之弈)
