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The 109th Hero

The 109th Hero is a story-driven RPG set in the world of Water Margin. As the fated 109th hero, forge alliances, collect Hero Cards, and master the spirit of Liangshan. Navigate the webs of Mount Liang, make your stand—and rewrite the destiny of the outlaw heroes.

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Developer
穷查理的幻想
Publisher
Hawthorn Games
Release
July 29, 2026
3 days ago
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Mixed26 reviews46.2%

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About the Game

English localization for the game is planned.

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You unexpectedly find yourself transported into the world of Water Margin. As the fated 109th hero, you are thrust into the treacherous currents brewing before the great gathering at Mount Liang. Here, loyalties are tested, alliances shift, and every choice you make ripples through the lives of those around you.

Key decisions in the game will determine which heroes you ally with, which storylines you enter, and ultimately shape your stance within the Liangshan factions and the game’s ending.

Players can explore a world composed of an over-world map and regional maps. By passing attribute checks, they can trigger interactions, take on side quests, and encounter random events. Exploring key areas will advance the main plot and unlock different story developments.

In the game, players can participate in the stories of different Liangshan heroes, such as Lin Chong, Wu Song, Lu Zhishen, and others. By befriending them and meeting certain conditions, players can form a team with these heroes.

Features:

  • Rewrite the fate of Water Margin’s legendary outlaws

  • Branching narratives — each playthrough tells a new story

  • Win over heroes and spare them from their tragic ends

  • Navigate the factions, rivalries, and schemes within Mount Liang

  • Hand-drawn visuals inspired by traditional Chinese woodblock prints

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