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The gleaning club is an immersive game experience hall, where you can participate in the script arranged according to the story by role playing. Or learn folk knowledge and taste strange culture, or realize the sad but warm past of the protagonist of the story.
Notes of Soul is a horror and massively multiplayer game
developed and published by （Hong Kong）GKD Game Studio.
Released on January 17th 2019 is available only on Windows
in 2 languages: Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
It has received 20,780 reviews of which 16,065 were positive and 4,715 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.6 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 24.99€ on Steam.
The Steam community has classified Notes of Soul into these genres:
System requirements
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Windows
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7, Windows 8.1,Windows10
- Processor: Intel Core i3-4170 / AMD FX-8120
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce GTX 460 1GB或AMD HD 6850 1GB
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 14 GB available space
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Notes of Soul is a uniquely atmospheric multiplayer RPG that fuses Chinese mythology, horror elements, and experimental storytelling into a hybrid experience unlike most Western games in the genre. Developed by GKD Game Studio, this indie title invites players into a mystic world where supernatural folklore collides with role-play and survival mechanics. Set in a surreal, dreamlike version of ancient China, the game asks players to explore haunted villages, ancestral homes, and symbolic ruins, while piecing together narratives steeped in tradition, death, and memory. It’s a game that wears its cultural identity proudly, attempting to deliver a form of interactive folklore theater where players perform roles in an ongoing, player-driven supernatural drama. At the heart of Notes of Soul is the tension between player freedom and narrative immersion. Players can take on various roles, often tied to spiritual archetypes such as hunters, ghosts, or mediums. These archetypes determine how they experience the world—some actively hunt spiritual entities, while others embody those very specters. The game’s structure relies heavily on this duality, often leading to cat-and-mouse-style gameplay where cooperation and betrayal intertwine. Players participate in semi-scripted events, cooperative survival sequences, or player-versus-player encounters, depending on the match type. One of the game’s most intriguing features is its “Gleaning Club,” a role-playing system where players perform scripted rituals or reenact spiritual events, blurring the line between gameplay and collaborative storytelling. The direct gameplay involves a mix of stealth, exploration, puzzle-solving, and combat, though the mechanics vary widely depending on your chosen role. Hunters rely on traps, tools, and weapons to survive the night and banish supernatural threats. Spirits, in contrast, use misdirection, possession, and environmental manipulation to terrorize and confuse their human opponents. This asymmetric structure creates tension in matches, forcing players to adapt their strategies based on who or what they’re up against. It’s not a traditional RPG or horror game by genre standards; instead, it plays out more like a social experiment wrapped in a theatrical horror shell. However, because of this, the learning curve can be steep, particularly for new players unfamiliar with the conventions of asymmetrical multiplayer games or narrative-driven co-op. Visually, Notes of Soul aims to strike a balance between elegance and eeriness. Powered by Unreal Engine, the environments are hauntingly beautiful—fog-draped villages, shadowed forests, candle-lit ancestral halls—all meticulously designed to evoke the feeling of stepping into a ghost story. Character designs blend traditional Chinese robes, masks, and symbolic artifacts with the spectral glow of the supernatural. While the graphical fidelity isn't cutting-edge, the overall aesthetic succeeds in building a mood that is both solemn and immersive. Animations, however, can be inconsistent, and some character movement lacks the fluidity expected from modern action or RPG titles, which may occasionally break the immersion during fast-paced sequences. The sound design plays a significant role in amplifying the game’s horror themes. Whispered chants, wind-swept ambiance, and sudden ritual bells build an atmosphere of dread and tension. The minimalist musical score enhances the spiritual and reflective tone, never overwhelming but always present in the background. Voice acting, when present, tends to lean toward melodramatic delivery, fitting the game’s theatrical tone. That said, localization remains one of the game’s more obvious issues—dialogue and interface text are occasionally mistranslated or unclear, which can make certain quests or story beats confusing for non-Chinese speakers. The intention behind the writing is often profound, but the execution can lose nuance in translation. Beyond gameplay, Notes of Soul features a hub-world system centered on the fictional town of Snowdwell, where players can customize their appearance, upgrade abilities, or participate in limited-time events and narrative arcs. Character progression is tied to both mechanical upgrades and cosmetic unlocks, many of which reflect traditional mythological symbols or seasonal spiritual themes. While some content is tied to paid cosmetic packs, the core experience offers enough variety and role-based progression to remain engaging without requiring constant purchases. The game’s modding and expansion support is limited, but regular updates have introduced new ghost types, hunters, and lore-based scenarios, keeping the experience evolving for long-time players. Reception to the game is understandably polarized. Fans appreciate its unique cultural grounding, immersive atmosphere, and commitment to alternative storytelling forms. For these players, Notes of Soul is less a conventional game and more a social horror ritual—an evolving digital stage where everyone plays a part in the ghost story. On the other hand, critics cite clunky mechanics, uneven difficulty balancing, and underdeveloped tutorial systems as barriers to entry. The matchmaking system can be sluggish, and the occasional technical glitches—especially in PvP—have led to some frustration in the community. Still, despite these flaws, there’s a niche audience that continues to support the title, drawn to its artistic ambition and cultural authenticity. In the end, Notes of Soul is a genre-defying game that won’t appeal to everyone but will deeply resonate with those willing to immerse themselves in its eerie world. It’s a creative experiment in blending myth, horror, and cooperative gameplay, grounded in Chinese spiritual traditions and visual storytelling. Its strengths lie in its atmosphere, cultural richness, and inventive role-play systems, while its weaknesses stem from technical inconsistency and accessibility issues. For players seeking something beyond the usual horror tropes—something that invites them to participate in folklore rather than simply observe it—Notes of Soul offers a deeply intriguing, if occasionally uneven, experience that rewards curiosity, patience, and a taste for the uncanny. Rating: 7/10
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Frequently Asked Questions
Notes of Soul is currently priced at 24.99€ on Steam.
Notes of Soul is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 24.99€ on Steam.
Notes of Soul received 16,065 positive votes out of a total of 20,780 achieving a rating of 7.59.
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Notes of Soul was developed and published by （Hong Kong）GKD Game Studio.
Notes of Soul is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Notes of Soul is not playable on MacOS.
Notes of Soul is not playable on Linux.
Notes of Soul is a multi-player game.
Notes of Soul features PvP mode where you can test your skills against other players.
Notes of Soul does not currently offer any DLC.
Notes of Soul does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Notes of Soul supports Remote Play Together. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.
Notes of Soul does not currently support Steam Family Sharing.
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Game modes
Multiplayer
Online players
24
Developer
（Hong Kong）GKD Game Studio
Publisher
（Hong Kong）GKD Game Studio
Release
17 Jan 2019
Platforms
Remote Play