Xiangsheng Simulator (2024)

Developer: Wave Ecstacy
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 1,269 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted, responsive chat-like adventure where you banter with a partner to riff humorous stage performances.

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What players say

Players say the game is a fun novelty for a few hours, especially if they are familiar with modern Chinese crosstalk, but it grows repetitive quickly. Many complain about AI voice acting, limited dialogue choices that punish creative responses, and the absence of a workshop, while others note the game forces rote memorization rather than improvisation.

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