Volcano Princess
- April 20, 2023
- 养蛋人 Egg Hatcher
- 11h median play time
Get on Steam"Volcano Princess" is a narrative-driven game where you raise your daughter in a medieval volcano kingdom, making choices that affect her life and happiness. Explore hobbies, jobs, and activities together while instilling the importance of family values. The game features a whimsical setting with soft sunlight and uplifting tunes, inviting you to enjoy a heartwarming story.
Reviews
- story413 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as heartwarming and engaging, featuring a father-daughter relationship set against a backdrop of medieval themes, with multiple routes and endings that enhance replayability. However, many players find the narrative confusing at times, often due to translation issues and unclear mechanics, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these challenges, the depth of character development and emotional moments resonate well with players, making it a compelling choice for fans of story-driven games.
“The story has so much depth that I honestly wasn't expecting initially.”
“It's a very lovely game with great art, characters, dialogue, and story.”
“The story unfolds with the grace of a perfectly executed sauté, keeping players engaged and eager to discover what lies beyond the next fiery ridge.”
“The translation errors from Chinese to English don't really bother me; in a way, it makes the story cuter. However, the English translation is really bad, which just really took me out of this game since it's so dialogue- and story-focused.”
“The story is a bit difficult to follow at first, but I guess a lot of that is because of the translation issues. Most of the time I can understand what's being said and happening, but during the larger story reveal, the bad translations made following it much harder.”
“Ive played one playthrough of it, and though I did enjoy it quite a lot, there were a lot of story aspects that just didn't go anywhere and weren't explained properly.”
- gameplay237 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Volcano Princess" is characterized by its engaging and addictive mechanics, offering a blend of life simulation, stat management, and various mini-games that keep players invested. While the core gameplay loop is easy to grasp and provides a satisfying experience, some mechanics are poorly explained, and translation issues can lead to confusion. Overall, the game is praised for its depth, replayability, and charming art style, making it a worthwhile experience for fans of the genre despite some repetitive elements.
“What truly sets Volcano Princess apart for me is its addicting and relaxing gameplay.”
“If you’re looking for a game that blends relaxation with engaging gameplay and plenty of challenges, Volcano Princess is definitely worth your time!”
“The gameplay is fantastic, with six mini-games to play as well (combat, mathematics game, two different dice games, horse racing, and a 'painting' game).”
“The translation is bad, and the gameplay mechanics are not well explained.”
“The gameplay gets very stale very quickly because of its repetitive nature.”
“The gameplay loop is just short enough to convince yourself to play one more day for hours on end.”
- emotional195 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of "Volcano Princess" is overwhelmingly positive, with players praising its heartwarming father-daughter relationship and the game's ability to evoke strong feelings, including laughter and tears. Many describe the experience as wholesome and touching, highlighting the emotional journey of raising a daughter and the game's charming narrative, which often leads to moments of genuine attachment and pride. Overall, it is celebrated as a deeply engaging and emotionally resonant experience that stands out in the life simulation genre.
“If you are looking for a cute, heartwarming, and beautiful story that will make you laugh and cry at the same time, go get this one!”
“The father-daughter bond is incredibly wholesome.”
“Seeing the daughter grow up and blossom into a proper adult has instilled a sense of pride that few other games ever have, and I do not regret saying that the ending cutscene, despite its happy nature, managed to turn me into an emotional, sobbing wreck.”
- graphics134 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Volcano Princess" are widely praised for their charming and beautiful art style, featuring unique and engaging character designs that enhance the overall atmosphere of the game. Players appreciate the vivid, colorful anime visuals and the abundance of illustrations, which contribute to a delightful and immersive experience. The game's aesthetic appeal, combined with its relaxing gameplay and high replay value, makes it a standout title in the genre.
“There's something wonderfully comforting about the art style, the fleshed-out characters, and the overall atmosphere.”
“The graphics are beautiful and scream of absolute cuteness.”
“The visuals are charming and evoke a sense of wonder, with lush landscapes and delightful character designs that bring the kingdom to life.”
“The art style is not very delicate.”
“Where you can talk, spend time with, duel in word play/actual battle, give gifts etc. there are certain activities like the 'dark alley' that seemed put in last minute, that don't offer much to you and seem to be completely left field with art style.”
“The graphics are your usual anime-ish style, which I kind of enjoy.”
- replayability118 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 56 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its high replayability, offering numerous paths, endings, and character development options that encourage multiple playthroughs. While some players note that the linear story can limit replay value, many appreciate the diverse career choices and the ability to unlock achievements that enhance subsequent runs. Overall, the combination of engaging gameplay mechanics and a variety of outcomes makes it a compelling choice for those seeking a game with significant replay potential.
“Each run offers something new, with different paths to explore, adding a lot of replay value.”
“With diverse endings and paths you can choose, each gameplay feels unique and adds lots of replayability to the game!”
“The prospect of exploring various paths and witnessing diverse conclusions makes the game inherently replayable.”
“The gameplay between these different events and endings isn't very unique, so that kills some of the replayability.”
“This might discourage you from playing after your first or second playthroughs, so the replayability factor is kind of low.”
“Not as replayable as 'Long Live the Queen' as very little changes between playthroughs of 'Volcano Princess'.”
- music93 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 52 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its beautiful and calming qualities, enhancing the overall ambiance and experience. While many players find the soundtrack charming and fitting for various scenes, some express concerns about repetitiveness and the use of royalty-free tracks that can detract from immersion. Overall, the music is considered a strong aspect of the game, contributing positively to its artistic and emotional appeal.
“The music brought was quite interesting to hear, some of the chants felt comfortable to hear.”
“The music complements the game like a fine wine pairing, enhancing the immersive feel of the volcanic world.”
“From beautiful artwork, nice soundtrack, heartwarming story, simple yet deep gameplay, huge replayability with 58 different career endings + 20 romance endings, combined with a very cheap price tag making it a highly recommended title.”
“The soundtrack is fairly poor and the audio mixing is nonexistent.”
“Also, I found the music repetitive and annoying, and turned it off pretty quickly to play my own music in the background.”
“The music is very fitting for this game as well, and catchy at times, though the lack of longer length tracks makes the second or third playthrough get rather depressing as once you heard the music once, that's it.”
- grinding42 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 81 % negative mentions
The game is characterized by extensive grinding, requiring players to engage in various activities like farming, battling, and cooking to achieve all endings and unlock achievements. While some players find the repetitive nature of grinding tedious after a few runs, others appreciate the depth and variety of tasks available, noting that the game offers a rewarding experience for those who enjoy stat management and mini-games. Overall, the grinding aspect is a significant part of the gameplay, with many suggesting it can feel overwhelming at times, but also provides ample replay value.
“Fairly straightforward and not tedious.”
“The game loop is a fair length, about 7 hours per run (and longer for your first go of course), but it's somehow not tedious.”
“The game requires a lot, and I mean a lot of grinding in order to get all the achievements, alongside every ending.”
“Too grindy and repetitive after 2 runs (first is hard, second onwards is too easy) with too many endings to achieve.”
“Has a lot of potential, but comes off slow and tedious.”
- stability24 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and freezing issues, particularly when interacting with certain game elements like horses or accepting gifts. While some users have found workarounds and noted improvements over time, the overall consensus is that the game remains quite buggy, especially in its English translation, which is described as subpar. Despite these issues, many players still find enjoyment in the game, suggesting that while stability is a concern, it does not completely detract from the overall experience.
“There are a number of glitches that can range anywhere between slightly annoying and soft-locking the game, and since it's a small team, the bug-fixing might take a bit.”
“The only downside to this game is that there are sometimes glitches that will force you to load your past saves, and the English translation isn't perfect.”
“I'm under the impression from the other reviews and the overwhelmingly positive overall score that at one point it wasn't completely unplayable, but for now, if you are using the English version, there are multiple game-breaking glitches that make it not worth it.”
- humor16 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized by its cute and funny moments, often enhanced by awkward English translations that add an unintentional comedic layer. Players appreciate the humorous contradictions in romance and career endings, as well as the hilarity found in the game's dialogue and scenarios, despite some translation issues being a hindrance. Overall, the game is seen as a delightful mix of charm and humor, making it an enjoyable experience.
“Cute and funny little game with a ton of content ~♥”
“The NG+ play-through is hilarious once you have the bonuses; your daughter is born OP.”
“I was expecting it to be some dumb poorly translated visual novel, and while it's still poorly translated (which only really makes it funnier, on top of a very funny game), what's mind-blowing is how much content there is and also how good it all is.”
- character development11 mentions
- 55 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
"Volcano Princess" features strong character development, complemented by beautiful artwork and engaging storytelling. While some players find the romance elements reminiscent of a soap opera, the overall character arcs are well-crafted and enhance the game's charm. The combination of varied gameplay and appealing character designs contributes to a captivating experience.
“The character development is very, very good.”
“In my opinion, this game has a well-written story and character development. I really love how this game represents its characters.”
“The artwork, music, character development, and most importantly, game mechanics are all on point.”
“The romance and character development are straight out of a cheap soap opera for women.”
“The story, the writing, and character design aside.”
“Imo this game has a well-written story and character development; I really love how this game represents.”
- atmosphere9 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 22 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its comforting and charming qualities, enhanced by beautiful visuals, engaging character art, and a relaxing soundtrack that immerses players in a magical experience. While the overall ambiance is soothing, some players note that intense combat moments can disrupt this tranquility. Overall, the game successfully creates a fairy-tale-like environment that resonates with players.
“There’s something wonderfully comforting about the art style, the fleshed out characters, and the overall atmosphere.”
“The music, art, and atmosphere are sweet, beautiful, and relaxing.”
“Time can't give an answer, at least I have satisfied a little courage that I am eager to love in this ten-hour cyber dream, in the fairy-tale atmosphere and the fetters of family ties.”
“The soundtrack complements the gameplay perfectly, immersing players in the magical atmosphere of the kingdom.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its smooth performance and beautiful art, with minimal issues on the Steam Deck despite lacking specific optimization for the platform. However, players noted some challenges with the English translation, particularly during theatre performances.
“This game is so cute, the art is beautiful and it runs smoothly!”
“But also some challenging things due to the game's translation to English, especially during theater performances when selecting the effect option.”
“I was also able to play on the Steam Deck with very few issues, even though it's not technically optimized for it.”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate a strong aversion to the prevalent microtransactions and gacha mechanics often found in Chinese games, with players expressing disappointment over the lack of a more straightforward, ad-free gaming experience reminiscent of their childhood mobile games. The desire for a more traditional gaming model without intrusive monetization is evident among users.
“I'm one of those people who tend to look down on Chinese games because of all the microtransactions and freemium game mechanics, like gacha systems.”
“It's really sad though; I was looking forward to playing something similar to the mobile games I enjoyed as a kid, but without the annoying microtransactions and ads.”
“The game feels like it's just blatantly advertising a lethal dose of serotonin, and I am not here for it.”
