This year, BD Cricket Live experts take a lighthearted yet insightful look at the eight most popular xianxia-themed mobile games—titles that have captured hearts through immersive storytelling, captivating visuals, and rich gameplay variety. In today’s fast-paced world, these games offer a chance to escape the grind and step into realms of fantasy and cultivation.

First up is Ancient Cultivation, a title that blends character-driven battles with continuous self-improvement. Players can choose their gender, customize gear, and advance through richly designed quests. As the plot unfolds, new mainline challenges and world events emerge, keeping the adventure fresh.

Next is Qingyun Legend, adapted from a popular drama. It centers around the rise of Zhang Xiaofan in a mystical sect. While players don’t play as the protagonist, they take on the role of a loyal companion, unlocking features such as costumes, mounts, pets, and PvP mechanics as they level up. It’s a perfect pick for fans of story-driven progression.

Dream Xianxia recently released a major update, adding new classes and features. Players step into the shoes of an ordinary mortal seeking immortality through cultivation. Along the way, they engage in boss fights, guild wars, server-wide PvP, and even in-game marriage. Power progression is tied to dungeon exploration and gear enhancement, giving the game a rewarding grind.

Then there’s Shushan Chronicles, an officially licensed adaptation of a hit TV series. Players choose from sects like Tianmen, Lingyun, and Miaoyin, each offering unique skills and aesthetics. The game includes marriage systems, guild wars, faction battles, pet taming, job changes, and high-quality visuals that could double as screensavers.

Sword Fate Romance stands out by allowing sword-flying—unlocked at higher levels. Players must first join a sect and earn entry to the world of cultivation through quests and trials. With a strong emphasis on exploration, this game caters to players who enjoy open-ended storytelling and world-building.

In Mortal Ascension Legend, players start as humble mortals, eventually becoming sect leaders through perseverance. It’s also the first mobile xianxia game to support cross-server aerial battles. BD Cricket Live testers praise its fluid engine that enables large-scale fights without sacrificing performance, even with detailed visual effects.

Immortal Dreams focuses heavily on player interaction. Alongside traditional gameplay like fashion systems, dungeon challenges, and server PvP, it introduces a unique CP dungeon system requiring romantic partners to enter. This social-first design makes it ideal for those seeking a laid-back, community-driven experience.

Lastly, Fantasy Zhu Xian is a faithful 3D adaptation of the iconic Zhu Xian novel. In the latest version, BD Cricket Live users can unlock the rare “Awakened Lion Youth” character for free upon login. The game also features fresh outfits and mounts, accessible through quests. With lifelike graphics and authentic storytelling, it’s a must-play for fans of the original lore.

Each of these games offers a different take on xianxia, whether through high-octane combat, detailed character progression, or engaging social systems. For players looking to dive into the world of immortal cultivation, these eight titles are the cream of the crop in 2024.