Underplayed Gems

The Lost Prince (2023)

The Lost Prince cover
Developer
MANATIME
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.3 of 5, 31 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 2.2 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A gentle, story-driven experience where branching dialogue choices shape a melancholic fairy-tale journey with light turn-based battles

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What players say

Players praise the beautiful illustrations and full voice acting, especially in Korean. The story, based on The Little Prince, is well-liked. However, many note the pacing is slow, and the turn-based battle and minigame sections feel underdeveloped and are often used with a skip option. Some bugs are reported, though the developer's responsive patching is appreciated.

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