China, 1570. The country is ruled by Emperor Lung Ching of the Ming Dynasty. He does his best to eradicate the corruption that plagues the empire, but the officials operating within the walls of the Forbidden City (now known as Gùgōng) have devised a new way to accept bribes inconspicuously: they exchange gifts. You take on the role of a prominent Chinese family and try to increase your influence with bribes and cunning tactics. Travel across China to collect taxes, help rebuild the Great Wall, collect valuable moats, benefit from special decrees, navigate the Grand Canal, use intrigue to outwit your opponents, and finally make your way straight to Emperor Lung Qing. Do you have the determination to outsmart your rivals? Find out yourself... in the Gùgōng game!