China Approves miHoYo’s Star Valley Project and Lightning Games’ Tale of Immortal
The National Press and Publication Administration of China (NPPA) has officially approved 105 domestic video games for release in July. Among the most notable titles granted approval are miHoYo’s Star Valley Project and a mobile adaptation of Lightning Games’ Tale of Immortal. Star Valley Project, described as a simulation management game, has been in development for several years, with online sources suggesting a public beta test is scheduled for 2025, although official details remain scarce. Meanwhile, Tale of Immortal is an open-world sandbox game deeply rooted in Chinese mythology and cultivation themes, allowing players to evolve into immortals and battle creatures from the Classic of Mountains and Seas. The PC version of Tale of Immortal, originally released in 2021, achieved significant commercial success by selling 3.9 million copies, ranking it as the second best-selling Steam game from Chinese developers that year. This regulatory approval marks a significant milestone for both developers, enabling them to proceed with launching these anticipated titles in the Chinese market. The announcement highlights the continued activity and growth within China's domestic gaming industry despite strict regulatory oversight.
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China Approves miHoYo’s Star Valley Project and Lightning Games’ Tale of Immortal
The National Press and Publication Administration of China (NPPA) has officially approved 105 domestic video games for release in July. Among the most notable titles granted approval are miHoYo’s Star Valley Project and a mobile adaptation of Lightning Games’ Tale of Immortal. Star Valley Project, described as a simulation management game, has been in development for several years, with online sources suggesting a public beta test is scheduled for 2025, although official details remain scarce. Meanwhile, Tale of Immortal is an open-world sandbox game deeply rooted in Chinese mythology and cultivation themes, allowing players to evolve into immortals and battle creatures from the Classic of Mountains and Seas. The PC version of Tale of Immortal, originally released in 2021, achieved significant commercial success by selling 3.9 million copies, ranking it as the second best-selling Steam game from Chinese developers that year. This regulatory approval marks a significant milestone for both developers, enabling them to proceed with launching these anticipated titles in the Chinese market. The announcement highlights the continued activity and growth within China's domestic gaming industry despite strict regulatory oversight.
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