The storyline moves forward at a rapid pace, allowing the student to learn the basics of the controls, mechanics and other rudimentary functions of Jade Empire, and then further thrusting the player into the conspiracies, assassinations, and overall messed up society of the Empire. Just like before, Jade Empire places the gamer in the role of the 'Senior Student' of Master Li. But, the question here is, how well did Jade Empire withstand the port to the PC world in Jade Empire: Special Edition? It featured quick, fierce action, superb graphics, an engrossing storyline, and frequent fun mini-games that kept the player going. When Jade Empire was released by Bioware in 2005 for the Xbox, it served as a benchmark for console roe-playing games to follow.