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Palais de Reine

Palais de Reine is a wholly unique and fascinating experience. I very much appreciate that it not only exists, but is available in English. And yes, once I finished an initial (disastrous) run and came back better prepared, I thoroughly enjoyed myself. There’s an incredible amount of depth and nuance. However, getting to it involves an investment only the most dedicated might commit to.
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74%Game Brain Score
story, replayability
gameplay, graphics
80% User Score Based on 45 reviews
Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

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Palais de Reine is a single player simulation game with fantasy, romance, warfare and historical themes. It was developed by KOGADO STUDIO and was released on June 17, 2020. It received mostly positive reviews from both critics and players.

Palais de Reine is a visual novel game that follows the story of a young girl who becomes the queen of a magical kingdom. She must navigate political intrigue, build relationships with her subjects, and uncover the mysteries of her new home. With multiple endings and a rich, immersive world, Palais de Reine offers a unique and engaging experience for fans of the genre.

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story8 positive mentions
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  • The game combines engaging dating sim elements with deep strategic gameplay, offering a unique experience that encourages multiple playthroughs.
  • The character variety and well-developed backstories provide a rich narrative, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate character-driven stories.
  • The art style and voice acting are praised for their quality, enhancing the overall immersion and enjoyment of the game.
  • The game is plagued by technical issues, including a mandatory 1920x1080 resolution that makes it unplayable for many users with lower resolutions.
  • There are significant bugs and glitches, including repetitive scenes and a lack of clarity in gameplay mechanics, which can lead to frustration.
  • The romance elements, while present, are often criticized for being underdeveloped and not as engaging as the strategic aspects of the game.
  • story
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is noted for its potential but suffers from choppiness and a lack of completeness, leaving some players feeling disconnected from the outcomes. While the integration of character backstories and branching narratives adds depth, the complexity and grindy nature of the gameplay can detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, many players appreciate the well-developed characters and engaging plot, making it a recommended choice for fans of otome games.

    • “The art, music, characters, story, setting, and mechanics are charismatically intertwined into this masterpiece.”
    • “I found the gameplay and storytelling extremely interesting, and it helps that although there are 7 main love interests, you can have scenes with and feasibly have an ending with all of the other characters in the game - and though I didn't count them, that's more than 30 characters with interesting and well-developed stories.”
    • “What I really liked about this game was how well the different characters are integrated into the story and how it will affect it.”
    • “The story had a lot of potential, but it was rather choppy, confusing, and incomplete.”
    • “In the end, she could pick whichever she desired, but the story came across as choppy and incomplete.”
    • “However, the story was fairly complex with a lot of cut scenes.”
  • gameplay
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay in this title is a mix of strategic decision-making and narrative exploration, offering players multiple routes and significant consequences based on their choices. While the balance between story and gameplay is praised, some users noted issues with repetition and initial confusion without guidance. Overall, it is recommended for those seeking an otome game with engaging mechanics, despite some minor gameplay glitches and distractions.

    • “I really enjoyed this game; I have ADHD and I love visual novels with some strategy or gameplay aspects, be it a schedule, tactics, or something else, with multiple routes.”
    • “All in all, I found the story and gameplay parts well-balanced.”
    • “Strategic gameplay, where you get to make small decisions (both based on character movement around a map and dialogue options), that can add up to significant consequences and different endings.”
    • “Was pumped up to play it and only got about an hour of gameplay before it glitched, and then my PC said I must not play it since it's infected with a virus.”
    • “In the end, these little nitpicks distracted me too much from the gameplay.”
    • “With this one, however, I don't want to go through the repetitive gameplay over and over to do that.”
  • replayability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers high replayability due to its extensive roster of characters and multiple endings, encouraging players to explore different choices and paths. Many users note that a single playthrough is insufficient to experience all the content, making it particularly appealing for completionists. Overall, the variety of routes and unlockable scenes significantly enhances the game's replay value.

    • “Basically, it's endlessly replayable because your choices give you quite a different experience, and you constantly get new content, unlocking new scenes by taking different paths to power.”
    • “Palais de reine offers a lot of options for its player and along with that, high replayability if the player aims to see every route and ending.”
    • “One playthrough is definitely not enough to experience everything this game can offer, so there is great replayability as well.”
    • “I only finished my first playthrough (and lord what a mess it was, but I pulled through!), but this is definitely worthy of replaying to get all scenes and endings with a huge roster of characters.”
    • “- Replayable chapters are mostly locked until you reach the character ending.”
    • “The replay value is decent.”
  • graphics
    8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique art style and aesthetic appeal, while others find it less appealing or even ugly. Despite initial reservations, many users noted that they grew fond of the visuals over time, although the inability to revisit certain artwork was a drawback for some. Overall, the graphics are considered good, complemented by a user-friendly interface.

    • “Palais the reine looks very different than the recent yuri games of Kogado Studio; however, I ended up getting used to the graphics quickly and I managed to adore it.”
    • “Good graphics and a fairly easy to use interface.”
    • “I liked the 'old' art style.”
    • “The music was a little obnoxious, the graphic design kind of ugly.”
    • “Don't let the pretty art style fool you - you can order a hit on a child as the very first action you take!”
    • “This was very inconvenient for me, as I loved the art style of the CGs, but sadly, it's not possible to view them again in the menu.”
  • grinding
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the grinding aspect of "palais de reine" to be manageable, with the management and dialogue not feeling overly tedious for casual play. However, those aiming to explore all scenarios or pursue multiple romances may encounter repetitive and grindy elements, as achieving specific conditions for various outcomes can require significant effort. Overall, while it may be tedious for some, it remains a rewarding experience for fans of queen simulators.

    • “This might become very tedious when the reader is aiming for reaching all scenarios.”
    • “Does it become repetitive or grindy at some point?”
    • “However, if you are looking for the story and romance only or if you want to go through the game several times in a row, then be ready for the grindy parts – there are various approaches you can take and quite a lot of people to romance, but all require specific conditions.”
  • music
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed feedback; while some find it obnoxious, others praise it as excellent and memorable, contributing significantly to the overall experience. Many reviewers highlight the harmonious integration of music with the game's art, story, and mechanics, creating a captivating atmosphere. Overall, the soundtrack is noted for its ability to leave a lasting impression on players.

    • “Queen sim / otome VN + excellent art and music + deep strategy = majestic in both aspects of strategic sim and VN; everything is splendid and entertaining.”
    • “The music was a little obnoxious; the graphic design was kind of ugly.”
    • “The art, music, characters, story, setting, and mechanics are charismatically intertwined into this masterpiece.”
    • “I played this game about five years ago, and it impressed me so strongly that in the past few years, I could still remember the theme song vividly.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players report that the emotional impact of the game varies significantly, with some routes effectively evoking feelings of love and connection, while others may not resonate as strongly.

    • “Personally, only one character's route made me feel truly in love.”
    • “The emotional depth of the story left me in tears; I felt every moment.”
    • “I was completely immersed in the characters' struggles and triumphs; it resonated with my own experiences.”
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Palais de Reine is a simulation game with fantasy, romance, warfare and historical themes.

Palais de Reine is available on PC, Windows, PlayStation 2 and PlayStation.

Palais de Reine was released on June 17, 2020.

Palais de Reine was developed by KOGADO STUDIO.

Palais de Reine has received mostly positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Palais de Reine is a single player game.

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