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Press release:
Neon Doctrine — a leading Southeast Asian game publisher of popular indie titles such as “Yuppie Psycho”, “The Library of Babel”, “Lamentum”, and the acclaimed “SIMULACRA” series — and developer Creative Games Computer Graphics Corporation are today very happy and thrilled to announce that their award-winning beat-em-up “The Legend of Tianding” is now available for iOS devices via the App Store.

As the legendary Taiwanese vigilante, Liao Tianding, fight for justice on the streets of Taipei wherever you are and experience the riveting adventures of an iconic folk hero!

About The Legend of Tianding:
In the hyper-intense side-scrolling action title, The Legend of Tianding, players take control of Liao Tianding — a Taiwanese vigilante folk hero who is more than meets the eye. Players will fight for justice in the streets of early 20th century Taipei, robbing the rich to feed the poor and evading capture by Colonial Japanese authorities who have occupied the city.

Players must battle the authorities in style with a tanto, waist sash, and fast paced kung fu in tightly tuned technical combat. They’ll execute advanced aerial combos, steal weapons from enemies, equip powerful talismans, and use grappling hooks to fly around the battlefield to strike fear into the hearts of oppressors.

Based on real events, real people, and real situations, The Legend of Tianding is an exploration of a place and time often overlooked. Presented in the style of Traditional Chinese Manga, the Dadaocheng area of Taipei city at the turn of the century is brought to life in this one of a kind action-packed experience.

Key Features of The Legend of Tianding Include:

Incredible Bosses: Take on powerful foes like deadly courtesans, greedy businessmen, and even military leaders, each one guaranteed to challenge you with their dynamic abilities and brutal attacks

Unique Talismans: Collect game-changing talismans and play a traditional game of Four Color Cards

Immersive City: Explore the Dadaocheng area of Taipei city as it looked like in the early 1900s. Run through colorful streets, ride on a speeding train, and make your escape through dark sewers, all done in the style of a retro Traditional Chinese Manga

Boss Rush Mode: Test yourself against Tianding’s rogue’s gallery in Boss Rush mode

Enhanced Mobile Performance: Experience the full beauty of the city, the mountains, and clashing martial arts running at 120 frames per second [iPhone 13 Pro is the minimum required device

Touch-Screen Gameplay: Kick colonialist butt with new touch-screen specific controls that transform your thumbs info justice-dealing weapons!

Originally released in 2021, The Legend of Tianding was highly praised upon launch, receiving numerous awards, such as “Best Narration” at the 2022 Taipei Game Show and “Best Game Design” at the Valencia Indie Summit 2022.

Fans can purchase The Legend of Tianding on iOS now for $6.99 USD. The game is also available for purchase on PlayStation 4|5, Windows PC (and is Steam Deck Verified), Xbox One and Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.