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Jade Empire

Jade Empire is an original Xbox-exclusive RPG created by BioWare. The game was later brought to PC as well. This action RPG is heavily influenced by Chinese mythology and history and features a protagonist who must use a variety of combat initiatives such as melee and magic in order to rescue Master Li. Jade Empire also has an extensive and nuanced dialogue system.

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Action RPG
Released
April 12, 2005
ESRB
M For Mature 17+ due to Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Mild Language, Suggestive Themes
Developer(s)
BioWare
Publisher(s)
Microsoft Game Studios
Engine
Aurora Engine

Step into the role of an aspiring martial-arts master and follow the path of the open palm or the closed fist. In this multi-award-winning action-RPG, your choices and actions will determine the fate of the entire Jade Empire. Will you prevent the destruction of this beautiful land, or will you crush it beneath your heel? Are you a warrior who uses his strength and fighting mastery to bring peace, or will you instead use your power to bring pain and ruin?
The choice is yours.

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