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Arcane Lineage is a hardcore turn based RPG on Roblox where you pick a race, learn a class, and fight your way across a world of dangerous lands. Combat is turn based and all about timing, so you tap Space at the right moment to dodge enemy hits and to land your own. It is known for being tough with very little handholding, which is why it plays best with a party of friends watching each other’s backs.
Since it first launched in 2022 the game has been played more than 120 million times, which makes it one of the most popular hardcore RPGs on Roblox. This guide covers how to play, how the turn based combat and dodging work, the races and classes, tips for new players, and an FAQ, with links to the codes and script pages at the bottom.
Arcane Lineage Overview
| Arcane Lineage Overview |
| Game Name |
Arcane Lineage |
| Developer |
Arcane Lineage Team (123maor) |
| Genre |
RPG (Turn-Based Combat) |
| Platform |
Roblox (PC, Mobile, Console) |
| Visits |
120M+ |
| Max Players |
25 |
| Release |
August 2022 |
How to Play Arcane Lineage
- When you join you spawn with a random race that sets your starting stats and a special passive. Explore the first area and talk to the NPCs you find.
- Buy a starter weapon to unlock your first base class around level 5. Your choices are Warrior, Thief, Slayer, Martial Artist, or Wizard.
- Fight enemies in turn based battles. On your turn pick an attack or a skill, then time the sword timing bar so your hit lands as hard as possible.
- When an enemy attacks, watch the timing bar and tap Space in the yellow zone to fully dodge, or use Guard to block most of the damage.
- Spend stat points as you level up, press M to meditate at a mat and heal, and team up with other players to take on the tough bosses.
Arcane Lineage Gameplay and Combat
Combat in Arcane Lineage is turn based, so battles slow down into a back and forth of attacks. The key to staying alive is the timing bar that pops up when an enemy swings at you. Tapping Space in the yellow window dodges the hit completely, catching the red window cuts the damage in half, and holding Guard blocks most of it for a safer but weaker defense. When it is your turn, a similar sword timing bar lets you hit harder if you nail the moment.
Your character is built from a race and a class. Races, also called lineages, set your starting stats and give a passive ability, and some are much rarer and stronger than others. You unlock a base class like Warrior or Wizard early on, then at higher levels you can take a super class tied to an alignment, which is Orderly, Neutral, or Chaotic. As you fight you earn stat points to spread across Strength, Arcane, Endurance, Speed, and Luck to shape your build.
The game is built for party play, so bosses and tougher areas are a lot easier with friends than they are alone. You heal and recover by meditating at a mat, which also lets you spend points on the Soul Tree for permanent boosts like extra health. Arcane Lineage keeps very little hidden behind tutorials, so a big part of getting good is exploring, learning enemy patterns, and figuring out which class and stats fit the race you rolled.
Tips for New Arcane Lineage Players
- Practice the dodge timing first. A clean Space dodge in the yellow window saves more health over a long fight than guarding every hit.
- Put your early stat points into Endurance and Luck. Endurance keeps you alive in tough fights and Luck helps you find better loot.
- Meditate often. Pressing M at a mat heals you up and lets you bank Soul Tree points for permanent boosts.
- Team up for bosses. They hit far harder than normal enemies and are built to be beaten by a party, not a solo player.
- Pick a class that fits your race. Match a strong magic race to a Wizard build or a tanky one to a Warrior so your stats and passives work together.
- Take it slow and learn the enemies. Rushing in gets you wiped fast, so watch attack patterns and react to the timing bar.
Arcane Lineage FAQ
What kind of game is Arcane Lineage?
Arcane Lineage is a hardcore turn based RPG on Roblox made by the Arcane Lineage team, originally created by 123maor. You pick a race, learn a class, and fight through dangerous lands in turn based battles where timing your dodges and attacks is everything. It first launched in 2022 and has been played more than 120 million times.
Is Arcane Lineage free to play?
Yes, Arcane Lineage is free to play on Roblox. You can jump in and start your adventure without spending anything, though there are some optional purchases that do not change the core game.
Does Arcane Lineage have codes?
There are no codes for Arcane Lineage right now, and the game does not have a code redemption box in its menus. See the live status on the Arcane Lineage Codes page and the moment a code box ever appears.
How does combat work in Arcane Lineage?
Combat is turn based. When an enemy attacks, a timing bar appears and you tap Space in the yellow zone to fully dodge, the red zone to halve the damage, or hold Guard to block most of it. On your own turn you pick a skill and time the sword bar to hit harder.
Can you play Arcane Lineage solo?
You can play solo, but the game is built for party play and is much harder on your own. Bosses and tougher zones are designed for a group, so teaming up with friends or other players makes a big difference, especially while you are still learning.
How do you get a class in Arcane Lineage?
You unlock your first base class, such as Warrior, Thief, Slayer, Martial Artist, or Wizard, by buying a starter weapon early in the game. As you level up you can specialize further into a super class tied to an Orderly, Neutral, or Chaotic alignment.
MORE FOR ARCANE LINEAGE
Looking for codes? Check the Arcane Lineage Codes page for the live code status.
Looking for scripts? See the Arcane Lineage Script page for the keyless auto dodge and the Codexus hub.