Giant Network's Supernatural Action Team Combines Chinese Folklore with AI
Giant Network showcased its Supernatural Action Team at ChinaJoy 2026, a game blending Chinese folklore, light horror, and AI. The title has achieved significant player numbers.
Gaming company Giant Network highlighted several titles at ChinaJoy 2026, with its breakout hit Supernatural Action Team taking center stage. The game, released in January 2025, has garnered over 200 million registered users and surpassed 10 million daily active users by the end of Q1 2026.
Supernatural Action Team distinguishes itself with its light horror aesthetic, traditional Chinese elements, and cooperative gameplay. Unlike traditional horror titles, it blends exploration, resource gathering, and teamwork in mysterious locations where players confront supernatural beings. The game aims to lower the barrier to entry for the horror genre through social gameplay, offering a distinctive Chinese-inspired adventure.
The game's booth at the expo celebrated its Chinese cultural identity. It drew inspiration from Nuo Opera, an intangible cultural heritage, integrating Nuo masks and a traditional opera stage into the design. Giant Network has previously collaborated with a Nuo mask carving inheritor for in-game costume designs and has integrated various Chinese cultural IPs.
Artificial intelligence (AI) was another key focus of Giant Network's showcase. Supernatural Action Team introduced an AI-driven challenge mode in January, featuring AI characters capable of dynamic decision-making and natural communication with players. These AI characters can also betray players, introducing unpredictability beyond traditional NPCs. The company views AI as a gameplay technology that reshapes player interactions and integrates Chinese culture into modern game design.