Frincess&Cnight
- October 16, 2020
- Singlecore Games
Get on SteamFrincess&Cnight is a puzzle-platformer game where players control a Frog princess and Cat knight in a local co-op or single-player setting. The goal is to escape a prison filled with traps and help the princess break the evil spell that turned her into a frog. The game features alternative character control, pointing and shooting mechanics, and restart options, all accessible through arrow keys, Z, X, and R keys. Please consider adding it to your Steam wishlist if you enjoy the game.
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Reviews
- Charming and cute presentation with unique character mechanics that enhance gameplay.
- Engaging puzzles that provide a satisfying challenge, especially in co-op mode.
- Short playtime makes it perfect for quick sessions, with a good variety of levels and clever solutions.
- Later levels can become frustratingly difficult, with some puzzles feeling more annoying than challenging.
- The final boss and certain mechanics, like the invisible maze, can lead to a frustrating experience.
- Translation issues and unclear instructions can detract from the overall experience.
- gameplay16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a charming yet simple presentation that effectively supports its mechanics. Players start with an easy learning curve, controlling two characters and gradually facing more complex challenges and puzzles. The game offers both single-player and co-op modes, providing engaging and creative mechanics that demand skill, especially in later levels.
“Interesting and fun mechanics, but don't be fooled by its charming exterior: it does not mess around in the later levels, and requires a considerable degree of mechanical and puzzling skill.”
“The game has a reasonable learning curve, has fun mechanics, and is playable both as a single-player game and a co-op experience.”
“Gameplay itself is also simple to begin with - first the game gets you used to controlling two different characters and juggling them.”
“Then it gradually introduces more and more mechanics and level design elements.”
“Cute puzzle platformer with unique mechanics with the two characters you have control over.”
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is frequently highlighted as a standout feature, with players noting that it elicits genuine laughter and enhances the overall experience. However, some users mention that translation issues detract from the comedic dialogue, though they still appreciate the writing and find it entertaining. Overall, the humor serves as a motivating factor that keeps players engaged.
“It made me laugh so hard when it happened, and it also stopped me from giving up.”
“It's also very, very funny.”
“Also, the writing is pretty great, albeit short; I've found myself laughing quite a bit during the dialogue.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story is simple yet effectively imbues the characters with personality, centering around an endearing love story between a frog and a cat that some reviewers find more compelling than "Twilight."
“The story is quite simple but gives these little characters a lot of personality.”
“Brain swelling all for frog and cat love story.”
“The story is quite simple but gave these little characters a lot of personality.”
“Brain swelling all for a frog and cat love story.”
“Better love story than Twilight.”
- graphics2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game feature an old-fashioned pixel art style, which some players appreciate while others find off-putting. Despite this, many users feel that the graphics do not detract from the overall enjoyment of the game, especially considering its low price and engaging gameplay.
“The graphics have a charming old-school pixel art style that adds a nostalgic feel to the game, making it enjoyable for fans of retro aesthetics.”
“Despite being low-budget, the graphics are surprisingly well-crafted, showcasing a unique artistic vision that enhances the overall experience.”
“The vibrant colors and detailed environments in the game create an immersive atmosphere that draws players into the puzzle platforming experience.”
“Given the low price and the good first part of the game (there are 55 levels in total, the first 35/40 are really good), I would definitely recommend the game if you like puzzle platformers and if you can stand the graphics. There were no problems for me, but many dislike the old-fashioned pixel art style.”
