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Shows Like A Transient Dream

Loved A Transient Dream, are likely to find resonance in stories that questions the purpose and weight of our choices while delivering targets the intellect with complex, multi-layered ideas. Carefully balances character depth with narrative flow makes this a perfect follow-up for your next session.

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Standard feature-length experiences.

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Best for fans of who appreciate concise storytelling.

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Princess Agents
7.5

Princess Agents

2017

During the Warring Period, slave girl Chu Qiao survives a deadly hunting game and is drawn into the ruthless power struggles of the Yuwen family. Trained by Yuwen Yue and bonded with Prince Yan Xun, she faces betrayal and war. As Yan Xun becomes consumed by revenge, Chu Qiao forges her own path, rising as a military strategist and fighting to end slavery.

The Journey of Legend
6.8

The Journey of Legend

2025

Xiao Mingming is a martial arts novel enthusiast who, as the novel's protagonist Xiao Qiushui, journeys through a fictional martial arts world and grows from a passionate youth into a noble hero.

Love Like the Galaxy
7.6

Love Like the Galaxy

2022

Cheng Shaoshang, left behind by her parents who went off to war, faces challenges from a scheming aunt and struggles with estrangement from her family. Lacking love and security, she is cautious in choosing a marriage partner and meets three suitors: Ling Buyi, the emperor's adopted son; Yuan Shen, a talented figure from Bailu Mountain; and Lou Yao, an aristocrat. Despite a rocky path to love, Shaoshang remains steadfast. Her involvement with Ling Buyi leads them into a mystery surrounding his family and identity and together they confront a national crisis, growing through their experiences and upholding their ideals.

TRON: Uprising
7.5

TRON: Uprising

2012

Some time between 'Tron' and 'Tron: Legacy', a young program named Beck becomes the skillful leader of a revolution inside the computer world of The Grid.

The Immortal Ascension
7.3

The Immortal Ascension

2025

Han Li, an ordinary, poor boy from a mountain village, joins a small martial arts sect by chance. Despite his mediocre talent, he eventually cultivates himself into an immortal through hard work and careful planning.

My Journey To You
7.4

My Journey To You

2023

Yun Wei Shan, a spy longing for freedom, infiltrates the palace to complete a mission. Within the eerie and mysterious palace, she encounters love and friendship, embarks on a journey of self-discovery, and finds the determination to move forward. Together with the rebellious nobleman Gong Ziyu, they grow and mature through their shared experiences.

The Rise of Phoenixes
8.0

The Rise of Phoenixes

2018

When a secret from the past rears its head, respected warrior Feng Zhiwei is forced to choose between revenge and her loyalty to ruling prince Ning Yi.

Ming Dynasty in 1566
9.5

Ming Dynasty in 1566

2007

A series based on the events in the reign of the Jiajing Emperor of the Ming dynasty.

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The Regime
6.1

The Regime

2024

The story of one year within the walls of the palace of a modern European regime as it begins to unravel.

My Fair Princess
7.7

My Fair Princess

1998

Centers around the legend of Princess Huanzhu during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor of the Qing Dynasty.

Arsenal Military Academy
8.0

Arsenal Military Academy

2019

In 1910s China, nineteen year old Xie Xiang follows in her deceased brother's footsteps and enrolls in military school disguised as a man. She befriends her fellow cadets and and earns the respect of her instructors during the intense training. However, when the unfortunate arrival of the Imperial Japanese troops creates a web of distressing conspiracies, the batch and their allies are forced to prove their courage and resilience.

The Advisors Alliance
8.3

The Advisors Alliance

2017

The story of Sima Yi, a great politician and strategist who lived during the Three Kingdoms era. By his side, Sima Yi has his politically-astute distaff members of his household, and pitted against them are the formidable Cao Cao and his heirs. After defending the Kingdom of Wei from Kongming formidable talents, who will end up with the ultimate power?

Love in the Clouds
8.6

Love in the Clouds

2025

At the annual Qingyun Conference in the Hexu Six Realms, Ji Bozai, a warrior from the Jixing Abyss with a past as a convict, defeated Ming Yi, the cold warrior goddess who had reigned supreme for seven consecutive years. Overnight, Ji Bozai became the hottest new star in Jixing Abyss. Meanwhile, Ming Yi, hiding her true identity, disguised herself as a dancer to get close to Ji Bozai. Under their carefully crafted personas, the two engaged in a thrilling dance of deception and attraction, fighting for justice and fairness, and ultimately found a deep and moving love.

Kiss Me First
6.4

Kiss Me First

2018

To escape reality 17-year-old Leila turns to a secret virtual paradise. Her real journey begins when this digital Eden turns dark.

The Newsreader
7.5

The Newsreader

2021

An unconventional relationship in a world on the cusp of change; a star newsreader and an ambitious bisexual reporter join forces in a ruthless 1986 newsroom, as events unfold that will change their lives.

Drawing Sword
8.7

Drawing Sword

2005

Li Yunlong, a bold and unconventional leader during the War of Resistance, leads his battalion to victory against Japanese forces. Amid rivalry and friendship with fellow general Chu Yunfei, he is wounded in battle and later finds love with nurse Tian Yu, facing the challenges of war and changing times alongside his comrades and family.

The King's Woman
6.0

The King's Woman

2017

Gong Sunli is the grand-daughter and disciple of military commander Gong Sunyu. Jing Ke and Li have been in love with each other since they were children. While trying to protect Li during an attack, Jing Ke is poisoned. Li’s beauty has seized the interest of the Qin Emperor, Ying Zheng, and Li agrees to marry him to save Jing Ke.

Nirvana in Fire
8.9

Nirvana in Fire

2015

Weakened by illness but strong in mind, Mei Changsu enters court politics to seek justice for a tragedy long forgotten.

Political Animals
7.1

Political Animals

2012

Former first lady and current Secretary of State Elaine Barrish Hammond try to keep her family together while simultaneously dealing with crises of the State Department and fending off the hungry DC journalist who is bent on destroying her career.

Three-Body
7.8

Three-Body

2023

Nanotechnology researcher Wang Miao is taken to the Joint Operations Center by police officer Shi Qiang, who's investigating the mysterious suicide wave among scientists worldwide. He is recruited to sneak into an organization called the Frontiers of Science to help the investigation. When Wang Miao is contacted by the leader of the organization, Shen Yufei, she introduces him to a sophisticated VR video game called Three-Body, but soon he discovers that it's more than just a game.

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