Stolen Crown
- October 13, 2022
- Banshee Cat
Get on SteamIn "Stolen Crown" , play as an exiled prince on a quest to reclaim your throne. Build a unique deck, engage in branching dialogue, and recruit companions to aid you in this role-playing adventure. Discover relics that bestow powerful bonuses as you defeat enemies and conquer dungeons. Rediscover your birthright and restore your tarnished legacy.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Stolen Crown combines deck building, roguelike runs, and tactical combat, creating a compelling and addictive gameplay experience.
- The game offers endless replay value with various progression paths, character builds, and a sandbox mode that keeps players engaged.
- The strategic depth and well-designed encounters reward smart play, making it a standout in the deck-building genre.
- The game still has some bugs, although the developer is actively working on fixes.
- The simplistic graphics may not appeal to everyone, potentially misleading players about the game's depth.
- New players may face a learning curve, as the mechanics and strategies can be complex.
- replayability8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game offers exceptional replayability, particularly through its sandbox mode, which provides endless opportunities for creative strategies and builds. Players appreciate the numerous unlocks and the depth of gameplay, making it a standout choice for fans of strategic card battlers, while those preferring simpler games may want to look elsewhere.
“If you like mindless click-to-win games then give this a pass, but if you're into strategic card battlers with creative builds and infinite replay value, it's an absolute must.”
“Because of the endless replay value of sandbox, I cannot think of any other game like this one at any price.”
“Sandbox mode gives endless game replay value.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are described as simplistic yet well-executed, effectively drawing players into the game. Despite their simplicity, they do not detract from the fun and challenging gameplay experience.
“The graphics are well done, and the game draws you in.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is engaging and challenging, featuring a fun loop that incorporates tactical mechanics reminiscent of titles like Slay the Spire, Wargroove, and Fire Emblem, despite its simplistic graphics.
“Don't let the simplistic graphics fool you; the gameplay loop is extremely fun and challenging.”
“Fans of Slay the Spire, as well as games like Wargroove and Fire Emblem, will appreciate the tactics mechanics that have been implemented in this game, which make it unique.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a strong appreciation for the storyline, noting its engaging nature and their eagerness to explore it further, despite acknowledging some challenges in understanding it fully.
“Although I have some learning to do, I am impressed with the storyline.”
“I will be on a quest to get through this one!”
- humor2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game, particularly enjoying the lightheartedness of mini-games reminiscent of a fair without the annoyance of carnival barkers. This aspect adds a fun and whimsical touch to the overall experience.
“I get to play mini games just like at the fair, but I don't have to deal with carnival barkers laughing at me and telling me how ugly I am.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by beautiful card art and immersive music, creating a captivating and engaging experience for players.
“The card art is lovely and the music is very atmospheric throughout.”
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its atmospheric quality, enhancing the overall experience alongside the visually appealing card art.
“The card art is lovely and the music is very atmospheric throughout.”
