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Rookie Taoist

糯米坊 · Published by 糯米坊

Content notice: 《Rookie Taoist》 contains mild violence, blood, and gore.

Last updated 10 Oct 2026

A co-op survival horror game rooted in Chinese folk traditions. Team up with 1–4 players to survive haunted locations, use ritual tools, uncover hidden truths, and escape the grip of evil. But beware—your arrival may only be the beginning of a greater nightmare...

Free to PlayComing SoonDJCTQ 14Co-op

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Adventure, Indie, RPG · 2026 · More free games

Embark on a chilling adventure as you and up to four players navigate eerie locations, wielding ritual tools against unseen threats. Unravel mysteries rooted in Chinese folklore before the nightmare deepens.

About this game

A Truly Authentic Chinese Horror Experience

From talisman seals and resurrected paper dolls, to incense rituals and spirit possessions, “Rookie Taoist” strives to recreate the most atmospheric and culturally rich horror rooted in Eastern tradition.

You'll find yourself wandering dimly lit hallways, stepping past ritual altars sealed with charms, and navigating hidden chambers steeped in mystery—each corner hiding something you’d rather not see.

The game draws heavily from real Chinese folklore and folk rituals, blending traditional architecture, sacrificial rites, and taboos to create a psychological horror unlike anything in the Western genre.

High-Freedom Survival Horror

You are not an all-powerful Taoist master—you’re just human.

Against the supernatural horrors within the mansion, you cannot kill—only survive. Use folk talismans and ritual items to ward off evil, hide in the shadows to avoid detection, run desperately through the darkness... or, in a moment of panic, shove your teammate to save yourself.

Every action risks exposure. Every hesitation invites misfortune.

An Engaging Co-op Experience

Supports 1 to 4 players in cooperative gameplay. Coordination is encouraged but not strictly required—solo players can still complete the full experience.

Share resources, collaborate on exorcisms, and build trust in the face of terror. In the darkness, your bond may be the only warmth that remains.

But sometimes... what’s scarier than ghosts—is realizing that your teammate may no longer be who they seem.

Infinite Stories, Interwoven Fates

You are drawn into fragmented memories, buried in time and dust. Behind each trail of blood lies a deeper, more disturbing truth.
Just remember: seeing is not always believing—and the truth may chill you to the bone.

Each map is a self-contained but interconnected tale of horror, waiting for you to uncover its secrets.

System Requirements

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Minimum

Minimum:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: 64-bit Windows 10
  • Processor: INTEL CORE I5-8400 or AMD RYZEN 3 3300X
  • Memory: 12 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 3GB or AMD Radeon RX 570 4GB
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 20 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: SSD (Preferred)

Recommended

Recommended:
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: 64-bit Windows 10
  • Processor: INTEL CORE I7-8700K or AMD RYZEN 5 3600X
  • Memory: 16 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce 1080Ti or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT
  • DirectX: Version 12
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 20 GB available space
  • Additional Notes: SSD (Preferred)

Supported Languages

Simplified Chinese*, Traditional Chinese*
*languages with full audio support

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