逗国科举 | Douguo Keju (2018)

Developer: CCYY
Publisher: Trueyuna Technology Co. Ltd.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating: 3.1 of 5, 26 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted, quirky simulation of ancient Chinese-style imperial exams with a casual, repetitive feel.

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What players say

Players praise the clever word puzzles and light charm, but many find the 300-question pool too small with frequent repeats. Bugs like save-wiping returns and flash screens frustrate, and some feel the developer shows contempt through crude design choices.

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