Ignited in Cavern

Ignited in Cavern

Released Apr 2024

In the waning years of the Northern Wei Dynasty, a rumor circulates about a stone statue that bestows blessings in the mortal realm. Lured by the rumor, Anu and Chu Qingqing, a Xianbei General and her Han captive, are led to Dunhuang to face their fates.

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Evaluation

Ignited in Cavern launched on April 11, 2024 as a complete visual novel with approximately 100,000 words of text, two main storylines, and six endings. The developer's launch announcement on April 11, 2024 stated they had "finally completed all production," framing the game as a finished product from day one. Post-launch activity consisted of bug fix patches in April 2024, a text and audio adjustment patch in June 2024, and the release of a soundtrack DLC on June 18, 2024 and an artbook DLC on June 9, 2024. Both DLC items are released and accounted for. The most recent developer activity was a major update on March 2, 2025 that added full English language support, celebrating the Steam Visual Novel Festival. Both DLC items are now released, no unreleased DLC exists in the store listing, and the developer has made no announcements of additional content. The game appears to have been fully complete at launch, with post-launch work focused on localization, polish, and supplementary content (soundtrack and artbook) that has all since shipped.
Evidence
Major update added full English language support. This is the most recent developer communication and represents the final significant addition to the game.
news post · Mar 2, 2025 source content shipped
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Developer launch post states they have 'finally completed all production,' presenting the game as a finished product at release.
news post · Apr 11, 2024 source development ending
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Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content
Released
Jun 2024
Released
Jun 2024

Media

Details

Publisher
伤官制作组 Team Uranian
Achievements
14
Platform
Windows, macOS, Linux
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Under normal circumstances, the game will automatically set to English based on the system language. However, if the interface displays in Chinese when you enter, please click the third button "系统设定" to change the language to English.

If you find any bugs with the game, please email us.

"Once upon a time, there were ten suns in the sky...

Story Overview

In the waning years of the Northern Wei Dynasty, in the town of Dunhuang, a rumor circulates about a stone statue that bestows blessings in the mortal realm. Lured by the rumours, Anu, the Royal General of the Northern Wei, accompanied by her Han captive Chu Qingqing, is led to Dunhuang, only to discover that the merchant holding the stone statue has already met his demise. A mysterious murder, a hidden thief among the crowds, and the sudden manifestation of the stone statue… What does the spirit within the statue seek, and what does it have to offer? In the darkness, the two are forced to reminisce about their past, choosing once again the paths that lead them to the present and the next moment.

The Strange Case in Luoyang

Chu Qingqing, the son of a wealthy merchant, grew up with his younger sister and his cousin. The three were inseparable, until his sister married their cousin, and a hidden desire began to stir within Chu Qingqing. Lost in confusion, he returned to the old mansion of his childhood, where a secret awaited him behind the plum tree in the garden...

"You must feel that you love her, otherwise you'll become a joke."

Turmoil in the Garrison

In the sixteenth year of Taihe (AD 492), Anu, daughter of the Tuoba family, followed her sister-in-law, a nomad shaman, to Wuchuan to partake in her first war. Yet, soon after, her sister-in-law died unexpectedly, the capital relocated to the south, and a decade flew by… Six years after the death of Emperor Xiaowen, Anu returned to the turbulent town of Wuchuan. There, she saw the garrison ravaged by plague, a Deerhead shaman walked through fire. What answers would the spirits provide to the truths Anu once sought? In the woman’s green eyes, burgeoning ambitions began to shine…

"I am no longer your pet... I am a hunter now, just like you."

Game Introduction

This game is a fantasy family drama set in the Northern Wei Dynasty, with a choice-driven visual novel AVG format.

The game features about 100,000 words of text, with two main storylines and six endings. After completing the first playthrough, players can choose another storyline for the second playthrough. The total playtime for the entire story is approximately 2 to 5 hours.

The story includes non-traditional intimate relationship plots, including LGBTQ+ content and polyamorous relationships.

Content warning

This game contains depictions of violence, sexual innuendo, unethical and criminal behavior. The viewpoints of characters do not necessarily reflect those of the author. If you feel uncomfortable, please close the game promptly.

This story is purely fictional and has no connection to any real individuals, events, groups, or organizations.

Production Team

Producer: Guai'an

Copywriting: Guai'an, Zhanqintai, Ze

Art: Guai'an, Rink, Zhideng

PV Production: Zeixique, Zhideng

UI: Zeixique, Zhideng

Programming: Guai'an

Historical Advisor: Zheng Xiaoshuang

Music: Canniles, Darwin Bai Lu, RSxingmouyu, Luoyang, Qianmengying @ Low Battery Studio

Production Tool: Ren'Py"

Last evaluated Jun 20, 2026
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