Princess Kaguya

32%
Game Brain Score Based on 14 reviews
  • gameplay
  • music
  • graphics
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Princess Kaguya is a Japanese-style beat 'em up game where you play as a celestial maiden fighting enemies with a kendama stick and bow and arrows. Battle through hordes of enemies and use special moves to defeat them, all while being immersed in a world inspired by the ancient Japanese folktale, Taketori Monogatari. Your mission is to seal the Wicked God and restore peace to the world.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

32%
Audience ScoreBased on 14 reviews
music5 positive mentions
story2 negative mentions
  • Beautiful 2D artwork and charming character design that captures an authentic Japanese theme.
  • Variety of attacks and special moves, including a unique bunny archer summon, adds depth to the gameplay.
  • The music is pleasant and complements the overall atmosphere of the game.
  • Controls are stiff and unresponsive, with significant animation lock that hinders gameplay.
  • Hit detection is inconsistent, leading to frustrating combat experiences.
  • The game suffers from bugs and poor design choices, such as unskippable cutscenes and awkward control schemes.
  • gameplay13 mentions

    The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players praising the art and atmosphere but criticizing the controls and responsiveness. While some find depth in the gameplay that requires patience and finesse, others describe it as buggy, laggy, and overly simplistic, often resorting to button mashing. Overall, the game is seen as needing significant polish and refinement to reach its potential.

    • “If you approach the game with the perspective that it requires a little thought and finesse to beat, the stiff controls become a little less game-breaking and one can appreciate that there is some depth to the gameplay.”
    • “I would also say that this game is not really for the impatient, as both the story and gameplay require a bit of restraint to appreciate -- and this can be a little counter-intuitive for what seems like a simple brawler.”
    • “The art style is pretty cool and although the gameplay is simplistic, it's kind of fun.”
    • “The art, music, and enemy design are absolutely gorgeous, but the gameplay itself is infuriatingly buggy, laggy, and generally non-functional.”
    • “A short brawler with excellent artwork, atmosphere, and character design that is unfortunately marred by frustratingly stiff controls and lack of gameplay polish.”
    • “It's unfortunate that this game wasn't refined further in terms of more characters, more plot, more music tracks, more gameplay tweaks... because if it had been given just a little more time, love, and polish, it could have been something spectacular as opposed to something kind of recommended but with strong caveats.”
  • music10 mentions

    The music in the game is generally praised for being pleasant and fitting well with the overall aesthetic, contributing to its charm alongside the beautiful artwork. However, many reviewers feel that despite the appealing music, the gameplay suffers from significant issues, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while the music is a highlight, it is overshadowed by the game's lack of polish and functionality.

    • “This game has beautiful artwork and lovely music.”
    • “I love the character designs (Kaguya is adorable), the music is great, and the attacks (both normal and special) are really impressive - I mean come on, a rabbit archery brigade just looks hilarious.”
    • “Aside from that, it's pretty cool and the music fits rather well.”
    • “It's unfortunate that this game wasn't refined further in terms of more characters, more plot, more music tracks, more gameplay tweaks... because if it had been given just a little more time, love, and polish it could have been something spectacular as opposed to something kind of recommended but with strong caveats.”
    • “While the art and music are great, the game itself is awful.”
    • “Nice art style, and the music is pleasant enough - but it sucks all kinds of donkey pods when it comes to actually playing.”
  • graphics8 mentions

    The game features beautiful 2D artwork and charming character designs that many players appreciate, alongside pleasant music that enhances the atmosphere. However, despite the appealing visuals, the gameplay suffers from stiff controls and a lack of polish, leading to a mixed reception overall. While the art style is a highlight, it may not be enough to justify the game's price for some players.

    • “Really beautiful 2D artwork, and the special move that summons a row of bunny archers is as satisfying as it is adorable.”
    • “This game has beautiful artwork and lovely music.”
    • “A short brawler with excellent artwork, atmosphere, and character design.”
    • “The graphics are underwhelming and fail to impress, making the overall experience feel lackluster.”
    • “The art style looks outdated and lacks the polish expected from modern games.”
    • “The visuals are disappointing and do not live up to the hype surrounding the game.”
  • character development3 mentions

    The game features excellent character design and artwork, with standout characters like Kaguya and a humorous rabbit archery brigade. However, the character development is hindered by stiff controls and a lack of gameplay polish, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I love the character designs (Kaguya is adorable), the music is great, and the attacks (both normal and special) are really impressive - I mean come on, a rabbit archery brigade just looks hilarious.”
    • “+ superb art and character design”
  • story3 mentions

    The story of the game is appreciated for its depth and artistic presentation, but it requires patience and restraint to fully enjoy, which may not appeal to more impatient players. Overall, while the narrative is engaging, it may not suit those looking for a fast-paced experience.

    • “I would recommend the game due to the playstyle, story, art, and music.”
    • “I would also say that this game is not really for the impatient, as both the story and gameplay require a bit of restraint to appreciate -- and this can be a little counter-intuitive for what seems like a simple brawler.”
    • “I would recommend the game due to the playstyle, story, art, and music but... if you want the 'full' controller support, I don't recommend getting this game.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is largely overshadowed by its mediocrity, failing to elicit laughter even in its worst moments. However, some players appreciate the charming character designs and find certain elements, like the concept of a rabbit archery brigade, to be amusingly entertaining.

    • “I love the character designs (Kaguya is adorable), the music is great, and the attacks (both normal and special) are really impressive - I mean come on, a rabbit archery brigade just looks hilarious.”
  • stability1 mentions

    While the art, music, and enemy design are praised for their beauty, the gameplay suffers from significant stability issues, including bugs, lag, and overall non-functionality, leading to a frustrating experience for players.

    • “The art, music, and enemy design are absolutely gorgeous, but the gameplay itself is infuriatingly buggy, laggy, and generally non-functional.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is praised for its excellent artwork and character design, creating an engaging environment. However, this positive aspect is somewhat overshadowed by issues with stiff controls and a lack of gameplay polish.

    • “A short brawler with excellent artwork, atmosphere, and character design.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the cumbersome control scheme for switching weapons, which can lead to discomfort during intense boss battles.

    • “Grinding feels like an endless chore, with little reward for the time invested.”
    • “The repetitive nature of grinding makes the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
    • “I find myself spending hours on grinding, but it often feels pointless and frustrating.”
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