Your Royal Gayness
- January 25, 2018
- Lizard Hazard Games
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Your Royal Gayness," players step into the role of a gay prince forced to marry a man of his mother's choosing to protect the kingdom's secrets. Navigate royal responsibilities, romance potential suitors, and juggle the challenges of governing in this lighthearted simulation game. With its unique premise and diverse representation, "Your Royal Gayness" offers a fresh take on the traditional simulation genre.
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Reviews
- The game features a charming art style and a delightful story that resonates well with LGBTQ themes.
- It offers a diverse range of characters and representation, making it a fun and inclusive experience.
- Gameplay is engaging with humorous moments, and many players found it heartwarming and enjoyable despite its flaws.
- The resource management system is unbalanced, making it difficult to achieve multiple objectives within the limited time frame.
- Many players were disappointed by the lack of meaningful romance options, as love interests are often randomly generated and lack depth.
- The game suffers from bugs and a lack of polish, leading to repetitive gameplay and frustration for some players.
- story87 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 11 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as cute, whimsical, and engaging, with a mix of humor and colorful characters that evoke nostalgia. However, some players criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth, with limited replayability and a plot that doesn't significantly change based on player choices. While it has strong themes of LGBTQ+ representation, opinions vary widely on its execution, with some finding it charming and others deeming it boring or poorly constructed.
“I love this game, super cute story, I've played the story through many times and it still gives me the warm and fuzzies.”
“The story is comedic with weird twists that remind me of being a kid again telling crazy wild adventure stories that are pure silliness where nonsense is king.”
“It is a well-built story-driven game and worth playing if you have an open mind and a day to kill.”
“There is never any other story or anything that happens when the meter goes up; it's the same trial with the same weird options to 'prove you're not gay.' Besides just being kind of offensive, it's just boring and a bad plot device.”
“Because all the days (there are 60 days in the game) are the same, literally the same, no plot twist, no action, nothing.”
“But the structure of the game is bad, the plot is really really bad, the dialogues are so-so, and relationships are almost non-existent.”
- graphics40 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 28 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their cute and charming art style, which complements the fun and quirky characters. Reviewers appreciate the pleasant aesthetic, describing it as heartwarming and fitting well with the game's overall theme. While some note that the visuals are simple, they still contribute positively to the game's enjoyable experience.
“Great story and I love the art style they have for the game.”
“The art style of this game is truly enjoyable, the characters are quirky and fun and the storyline is adorable.”
“It's sweethearted, cute, and generally heartwarming, with a fun sense of humor and a cheery art style that keeps things upbeat.”
“Besides the art style, this game plays like it's made cheap, but it's only in retrospect writing this review that I notice it.”
“I can talk about the graphics, but those are seen easily enough at the top of the store page for the game.”
“The characters are cute, but the graphics are lacking.”
- humor34 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its funny dialogue, whimsical storylines, and endearing characters. While some found the humor to be light and innocent, which they found refreshing, others felt it lacked the depth of humor found in similar dating sims. Overall, the game is described as charming and amusing, with many moments that elicit genuine laughter.
“I honestly found it funny and endearing that you try not to be too weird or blatant.”
“Your Royal Gayness is a cute, fun little game with a likable and funny cast of characters - and it's hella gay to boot!”
“It's sweethearted, cute, and generally heartwarming, with a fun sense of humor and a cheery art style that keeps things upbeat.”
- gameplay31 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The gameplay is characterized by a fast-paced experience with simple mechanics and a focus on decision-making that significantly impacts the story. While some players appreciate the engaging narrative and replay value, others criticize the unbalanced mechanics and the lack of clarity regarding certain gameplay elements. Overall, the game offers a unique perspective on LGBTQ+ themes, but its execution may not satisfy those seeking complex gameplay or traditional visual novel mechanics.
“Cute little game with easy mechanics, adorable story, and replay value.”
“Not only is being gay central to the plot, but the mechanics revolve around it; the gameplay is actually really enjoyable on top of it all.”
“It takes over 2 hours to finish one playthrough, and every decision you make deeply matters to the plot and gameplay, always leading to implications in the future.”
“I still don't understand what some of the mechanics do, which would be a problem for some games.”
“Also, most of the mechanics of this game don't matter very much (did relationships really do anything for me in the end?), and it was impossible to get enough loyalty to make it through more than one law path (60 days was too short).”
“Gameplay - there is so much wasted time.”
- replayability20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the branching paths and varying endings that encourage multiple playthroughs, others find the limited number of events and linear story progression diminish its overall replay value. Many reviewers express a desire for more random events to enhance the experience, as repeated quests can lead to disappointment. Overall, the game offers decent replayability, but improvements could make it more engaging for players seeking variety.
“A quick game with easy replayability, I'd love more of it!”
“However, the game still offers a decent level of replayability because the story is built from branching paths that can be played differently with next playthroughs.”
“The highly randomized nature of the game is also interesting; you won't see everything on any given playthrough, and it gives it a different replayability that's very uncommon in games of this vein.”
“Lastly, there are so few events in this game that you just get a repeat of the same exact ones, so replay value is essentially not worth it.”
“It's pretty short and the replay value is fairly limited because even though there are different endings, the story doesn't change all that much based on your choices.”
“It's very linear, so there's not a lot of replay value.”
- emotional14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its heartwarming and wholesome storytelling, which resonates deeply with LGBTQ+ players, particularly through relatable characters and themes of acceptance. Reviewers express joy and nostalgia, often shedding happy tears, as they appreciate the diverse representation and engaging character designs that contribute to an overall fun and uplifting experience. The game's cheerful art style and humor further enhance its emotional impact, making it a touching journey for many players.
“As a person that's been out for over half my life now, this made me cry happy tears.”
“This was really touching as I'm sure any LGBTQ gamers could easily identify with the closeted prince when you feel like you're some kind of freak for loving the same gender and no one will ever accept you.”
“At first I was a little skeptical as to what this would be like with the name of the game being so 'on the nose,' but it was heartwarming, engaging, and most importantly fun!”
- music10 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 10 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally praised for its quality and complements the art style, with many users describing it as lovely. However, some players noted issues with uneven loudness in the background music, which detracted from the overall experience.
“The music is nice.”
“Nice music and art style.”
“Lovely soundtrack too!”
“The soundtrack is disappointing and lacks variety.”
“There are bugs that affect the music, including broken questlines and uneven loudness of background music.”
“The music feels repetitive and doesn't enhance the gaming experience.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game currently suffers from several bugs, impacting its overall stability. However, players appreciate the developers' commitment to addressing these issues, indicating a proactive approach to improving the game's performance.
“The main problem is that the game is pretty buggy at the moment.”
“A touch buggy, but the devs have already shown a commitment to squashing as many as they can, and that's also worth its weight.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be engaging and humorous, as they enjoy managing various tasks and characters without feeling overwhelmed. While some elements, like dealing with princesses, can be tedious, the overall experience is enriched by unique interactions and story developments, making the grind feel rewarding rather than burdensome.
- character development2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Character development is praised for its wholesome nature, offering a variety of spectacular options and designs that enhance the overall experience. Players appreciate the depth and creativity in character customization, contributing to a more engaging gameplay.
“Incredibly wholesome, spectacular options and variances, and let me just say I love these character designs!”
