The Pirate Queen with Lucy Liu

76%
Game Brain Score Based on 44 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • optimization
The Pirate Queen with Lucy Liu Game Cover
Starting at $14.99Buy now
Get on Steam

"The Pirate Queen with Lucy Liu" is a VR adventure that lets you step into the boots of legendary pirate Cheng Shih. Explore a 19th-century pirate ship, solve light puzzles, and enjoy a captivating performance from Lucy Liu, all while uncovering hidden treasures and immersing yourself in breathtaking environments. This game is perfect for explorers of all ages.

  • PC
  • Windows
Genres & TagsPlay Modes

Reviews

76%
Audience ScoreBased on 44 reviews
story26 positive mentions
atmosphere2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a captivating and immersive narrative experience, enhanced by Lucy Liu's excellent voice acting.
  • It provides a refreshing take on the pirate genre by focusing on storytelling and exploration rather than combat.
  • The attention to historical detail and the inclusion of a well-developed female protagonist make it a unique and empowering experience.
  • The game is relatively short, with many players completing it in under two hours, leading to concerns about replay value.
  • There are technical issues, including low graphical fidelity on PCVR and limited interactivity with the environment.
  • Some players found the gameplay to be overly simplistic and lacking in depth, with minimalistic storytelling and hand-holding mechanics.
  • story54 mentions

    The game's story is highly praised for its compelling narrative, which is based on real historical events and features a strong female protagonist, Cheng Shih. While the storytelling is minimalistic, relying on narration by Lucy Liu, it effectively conveys an empowering message about diversity and gender equality. Players appreciate the attention to detail and immersive experience, although some note the game's short length and limited interactivity as drawbacks.

    • “The narrative is super compelling, with a great mix of puzzle escape room vibes and adventure elements, all centered around a fantastic and important story.”
    • “The story, based on real historical events, adds a lot of depth and authenticity to the experience, and I appreciated that it seems a lot of attention to detail has gone into the game.”
    • “Lucy Liu’s narration is brilliant and the story leaves a great message so worthy of celebrating.”
    • “There are no characters (at least, no character models), no cutscenes, no dialogs, and no storytelling through the environment.”
    • “Our protagonist just recites her story as we progress through the game.”
    • “As a PCVR game, though, there's not a lot of interactivity; it's short, I finished in 102 minutes, and the graphics are sub-standard for a PCVR game (probably was a Quest port with no graphical enhancements).”
  • graphics14 mentions

    The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the minimalistic style and well-designed environments, while others criticize the visuals as sub-standard for a PC VR title, suggesting it may be a port from a less powerful platform without enhancements. Overall, the game does not meet expectations for AAA graphics or interactivity, particularly in the context of PC VR gaming.

    • “The graphics also looked good to me.”
    • “Don't agree with any graphic negativity as environments looked good to me.”
    • “If you're looking for AAA graphics and a long, violent game, this isn't for you.”
    • “The visuals are just... minimalistic.”
    • “As a PCVR game, there's not a lot of interactivity. It's short; I finished in 102 minutes. The graphics are sub-standard for a PCVR game (probably a Quest port with no graphical enhancements).”
  • optimization8 mentions

    The reviews highlight a strong appreciation for the voice acting, particularly Lucy Liu's performance, which significantly enhances the game's atmosphere and storytelling. Players commend the studio's research into the historical setting, indicating a well-optimized integration of narrative and voice work that contributes to an engaging and empowering experience. Overall, the debut game is praised for its quality and potential for future projects.

    • “I can't believe this is this studio's debut game - and with the added bonus of Lucy Liu at the helm (who does a fantastic voice performance), I'm looking forward to seeing what they create next!”
    • “It’s a really well-told story, and it's a bonus that it's narrated by Lucy Liu, who gives a great performance and helps you discover more about Cheng Shih's story.”
    • “The story and voice performances make this a wonderfully empowering experience that champions diversity and gender equality.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay in "The Pirate Queen" is described as immersive and engaging, particularly for fans of narrative-driven experiences. However, the execution of VR mechanics, such as climbing, is seen as rough and unfulfilling, with puzzles that are relatively simple and straightforward. Overall, while the story is compelling, the gameplay mechanics may not meet the expectations of all players.

    • “Overall, I highly recommend The Pirate Queen for its engaging story and immersive gameplay.”
    • “I love narrative-driven games, and I'm all for trading gameplay for the story.”
    • “The game employs some popular VR mechanics (like climbing) but does it in a coarse and unrewarding way.”
    • “The game employs (or at least attempts to) some popular VR mechanics (like climbing) but does it in a coarse and unrewarding way.”
    • “The mechanics aren't amazing, and the puzzles are fairly straightforward.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The atmosphere of "The Pirate Queen" is highly praised for its immersive narrative and historical authenticity, enhanced by Lucy Liu's engaging voice performance. Players appreciate the game's focus on a chill VR experience that prioritizes storytelling over combat, making it a unique offering in the genre.

    • “Overall, the pirate queen is a nifty little game for anyone interested in a more chill type of VR experience that prioritizes atmosphere and narrative over more traditional hand-to-hand combat.”
    • “Lucy Liu's voice in my ear is great - her performance really adds to the overall atmosphere - and as someone interested in the period of history leading up to the Opium Wars, I'm glad to see that there's been so much research into the setting.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is noted for its irony and self-referential jokes, particularly highlighting the absurdity of restrictions on player comments. This meta-humor adds a layer of wit that resonates with players, enhancing their overall experience.

  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with multiple users praising it as "great."

    • “The music was fantastic!”
    • “The soundtrack really enhanced the overall experience!”
    • “I loved the variety of tracks and how they fit the game's atmosphere!”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game is praised for its engaging story, but many users note that its short duration of approximately 1.5 hours significantly limits its replayability.

    • “In short, it's a good game with a good story, but it lacks replay value, as I beat it in 1 hour and 30 minutes.”
    • “In short, it's a good game with a good story, but it lacks replay value, as I beat it in 1 hour and 30 minutes.”
Positive mentions (%)Positive
Neutral mentions (%)Neutral
Negative mentions (%)Negative

Buy The Pirate Queen with Lucy Liu

Videos

Similar Games