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Thales Caus · Published by Thales Caus
Very Positive — 97% positive (58 reviews) · 36 achievements
Last updated 3 Oct 2026
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Adventure, RPG, Strategy · 2026 · More under £5 games
Navigate through challenging puzzles and strategic combat in The Legend of Shiande. Experience a rich adventure blending RPG depth with turn-based strategy, crafted by Thales Caus.
About this game
Don’t have time for story mode? Jump into Mind Games Mode:
At first, I created this mode just to “mess with” some close friends and mensa members, because it’s really hard. But then I got into it, thought it turned out really cool, and ended up implementing it in the game!
There are over 20 challenges!! Get ready to die, try again, die, try again, die, try again...
In this mode, you can choose from several challenges, classified as PUZZLE, PUZZLE + BATTLE, and BATTLE:
PUZZLE:
Pure puzzles focused on thinking, acting, and solving.
Inside this category there are puzzles about:
• Reflex / Agility – running, dodging, reacting quickly
• Logic / Thinking – finding patterns, solving logical problems
PUZZLE + BATTLE:
In this kind of challenge, you must solve a puzzle first and then fight a battle afterward.
BATTLE:
Only battles, straight to the combat.
About the Game
This is an RPG made to challenge your mind and push you completely out of your comfort zone. Here, everything is a test. Logic, strategy, patience, decision-making, and much more. If you're a fan of tough challenges, you're in the right place. But if you're looking for something casual… this probably isn't for you. There’s no "easy mode" here. Just determination and a whole lot of "Game Over".
FIGHT HARD...
RUN...
RUN and FIGHT...
WILL YOU BE STRONG ENOUGH?
Helpful Tips:
Thinking Monsters: Enemies have AI levels from 1 to 5. Smarter enemies will actually think — hitting your weakest ally, using deadly combos, and bosses with insane tactics. Some fights may feel like chess matches that take hours to win.
Bestiary: Here you can catalog all the monsters in the game. Each one has unlock levels: Lv1, Lv2, Lv3, and Lv4. You’ll need to complete side quests to raise their level. The higher the level, the more info you'll unlock. Reaching Lv4 gives you a special reward!
No Potions or Revives in Shops: You won’t find healing items in stores. The only way to get them is by exploring and finding them on the maps. Use them wisely!
Save System: To save your progress, you’ll need to find a crystal. The first time you touch one, it saves your game and fully heals your party. But be careful it only heals once!
Hidden Crystals: There are 19 crystals hidden throughout the game. You can trade them for bonuses like max HP upgrades, money, and even a super rare item: the Save Menu. Find all 19, and something REALLY cool will happen.
Save Menu: This item lets you save anytime, anywhere. Use it carefully — it’s extremely rare. In tough puzzles or far from the last crystal, this could save your life. Save it for big moments!
Don't Try to Beat It All at Once: Trying to finish the game in one go can be exhausting. I recommend playing one chapter at a time, enjoying the puzzles and challenges without burning out.
Game Story:
The Legend of Shiande tells the story of a humble blacksmith from a quiet village surrounded by deep forests. One day, strange things begin to happen — people and animals start turning into vicious monsters, destroying everything in sight.
In the face of this threat, an ancient and powerful wizard chooses Shiande for an impossible mission: to save the world from an unstoppable curse. With only his courage, a hammer, and a strong will to protect what remains, Shiande sets off on a journey that may one day be told as a legend.
The Legend of Shiande! (That is… if you can finish it.)
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS *: Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista/7/8/10/11
- Processor: Pentium III 800 MHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- DirectX: Version 8.1
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
- OS *: Windows 7/8/10/11
- Processor: Pentium 4 2.0 GHz
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Diving deeper into the story!! Shiande's Diary! (Voice-acted)
Massive New Update!I'm thrilled to announce two huge new features coming to the game. These additions are designed to bring a ton of immersion and emotional depth to the story. Through them, you'll be able to get a much better grasp of the plot—feeling every high, low, and tense moment along the way.📖 SHIANDE'S DIARY As Shiande progresses through the game, he'll update his diary, recounting the events that unfold, how he felt, and more. It's all told entirely from his perspective. A lot of research and love went into this feature—it's fully illustrated and voice-acted! ⬇️📜 LORE LORE is a brand-new section in the bestiary. Here, you can read all about a monster's backstory, their origins, and much more. This will really help players piece together the overarching plot and clear up some of the game's biggest mysteries.⚙️ BUG FIXES & BALANCE CHANGES This update also rolls out several bug fixes and balance tweaks. Here are the highlights:Increased the difficulty of the Chapter 2 boss's color puzzle on "Normal".Tightened the timer for the herb-finding sequence on "Normal".Added Save Crystals to Chapter 13.Nerfed Renan in Chapter 13 on "Normal" difficulty.Reduced the movement speed of the Vortex monsters in Chapter 12 on "Normal".Fixed a minor bug during the Chapter 1 dragon chase where the player would instantly die by touching an invisible event trigger in a specific spot on the map.Increased the difficulty of the Chapter 1 chase sequence across all difficulty levels.Increased the difficulty of the Renan vs. Gabriel fight on "Normal" and "Advanced".Thanks for stopping by and reading! It means the world to me 🤍Read full article on Community Announcements (Thales Caus)AnnouncementsOfficial
Walkthrough – 100% Gameplay
Here you'll find the videos of the "Walkthrough" of the game. If you're stuck on a boss, puzzle, or any part, come here and see how Shiande, the legend himself, cracked the pattern and won! Chapters 1 and 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne3-7UxVerw Chapter 3: Coming soon Later chapters will be posted in this section as well! Acknowledgment: The game name "The Legend of Shiande" is a tribute to Carlos Medeiros, a streamer friend who runs the channel "Shiande Games". Some time ago, he agreed to stream this game live, back when it was called "Pixia". It was a private challenge I made for my friends at the time. During the stream, both he and the chat enjoyed the game and encouraged me to release it on Steam. So, for over a year, I worked on the game to refine, polish, and balance it. During that time, Carlos (Shiande) helped me test it and gave ideas to improve the experience. So thank you, my friend Shiande! If you'd like to know more about Carlos, he streams on YouTube and Twitch! Go follow and support him! Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/shiandegames YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ShiandeGamesLivesRead full article on Community Announcements (Thales Caus)Patch NotesOfficial
Patch Notes
Hi everyone! 👋 Just letting you know that a new version of the demo has been released with some important fixes and adjustments: 🛠️ Changes and Fixes: - Light rebalancing in some parts of the game. - Added 1 save crystal in Chapter 2 to help with progression pacing. - Corrected translation errors and texts that exceeded the message box limits. - Fixed visual bug in "Show Choices" where the cursor appeared out of place. - Slightly increased the difficulty of a lever puzzle in Chapter 2 (get ready! 😈). ✨ New Feature: - A new option called "Challenge+" will appear on the Title Screen. It's not functional yet, but it gives a taste of what's coming!Read full article on Community Announcements (Thales Caus)AnnouncementsOfficial
Beta Opening: The Demo Is Live! Come Test Your Limits
It’s with great pleasure that, after 2 years of development, over 2,000 hours of work, and 200+ hours of testing, I present to you the BETA/DEMO version of The Legend of Shiande. This is not your average game. Unlike most commercial titles, the difficulty bar is set to the extreme. You'll be tested on logic, strategy, patience, decision-making, and more. If you're passionate about real challenges, this is for you. But if you're looking for something casual, this may not be the right fit. There is no "easy mode" here — only persistence and a lot of Game Over screens. Are you ready? Click “Download Demo” and dive into a world where intelligence is your best weapon. Your feedback is very welcome in this testing phase! The Legend of Shiande is not for everyone. But maybe… it’s for you. Wishing you all the best and a wonderful weekend! Sincerely, ThalesRead full article on Community Announcements (Thales Caus)
