空王座 Empty Throne

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空王座 Empty Throne is a single player action game. It was developed by Empty Throne and was released on September 17, 2025. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

ContactDiscord: About the GameStoryI was once merely a composer, commissioned by the royal court to score the "tale" of the Snow Queen. Yet this manuscript appears to exist in multiple iterations. Some versions echo through city streets, while others lie buried beneath forest loam. She claims it to be her autobiography. The magic mirror, however, insists these are merely the chapter…

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73%

Audience ScoreBased on 11 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a unique and intriguing dark retelling of the Snow White fairy tale, with a well-executed story and engaging pixel art.
The mini-games, while occasionally janky, are generally fun and allow players to still achieve success even if they struggle with them.
The developers are proactive in addressing issues, showing potential for future improvements and expansions to the game.

Many mini-games suffer from poor controls and unclear mechanics, leading to frustration and difficulty in progressing.
There are persistent bugs, such as the map button not functioning properly, which hinder gameplay experience.
The translation quality is inconsistent, with some parts being humorous while others are poorly executed, affecting the overall narrative experience.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is intriguing and grounded in themes of political intrigue within a monarchy, enhanced by a unique magic mirror mechanic that adds a layer of mystery. However, some players feel it lacks standout elements compared to other dark fairytale retellings, and the ending cutscene is untranslated, which detracts from the overall experience. While the art style complements the narrative, frustrations with minigames and a desire for deeper character presence leave some players disappointed.
- “Setting the tone of the story, the pixel art is appropriately rough with a color palette evoking a realistic feel to the environments.”
- “A particularly nice touch to the story is the magic mirror as a central mechanic, explaining the story somewhat vaguely like one would expect a magic mirror to do.”
- “I wish that there was more presence of the hunter and the secret story about the mirror!”
- “On the whole, the story feels grounded in the reality of political intrigue among monarchy and is well executed, though I wouldn’t say the premise really stands out from other dark fairytale retellings.”
- “Also, the ending cutscene is not translated at all; granted, it only seems to retell the story you have just pieced together.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players appreciate that the pieces fit their respective scenes, others criticize the rhythm game aspect for lacking discernible beats, making it difficult to engage with the gameplay. Additionally, the main menu is noted to be devoid of music, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “Stuck at the second level, which is supposed to be a rhythm game, but there seems to be no rhythm to the music. The witch stirs the pot without any input from the player. It's supposed to be done on beat, but there are too many noises in the music to discern which beat I should be following.”
- “While the main menu is lacking music, the rest of the game fortunately does not.”
- “The handful of music pieces all fit their scenes well.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay features a unique central mechanic involving a magic mirror, which adds an intriguing layer to the story by providing vague yet engaging narrative elements, enhancing the overall experience.
- “The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a unique blend of mechanics that keeps you on your toes.”
- “The combat system is fluid and responsive, making every encounter feel dynamic and exciting.”
- “Exploration is rewarding, with hidden secrets and challenges that encourage players to fully immerse themselves in the world.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with some funny moments, particularly in the translation; however, it tends to decline towards the end.
- “The humor in this game is spot on, with clever jokes that had me laughing out loud.”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and hilarious situations that keep the gameplay entertaining.”
- “The comedic timing of the characters is fantastic, making even the simplest interactions a joy to experience.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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While the art style is appreciated and the story intriguing, some users express disappointment with the graphics due to frustration with the minigames, suggesting that the visual experience may not fully meet expectations.