“The initial reactions varied widely,” said Emily Chen, a game reviewer from Los Angeles, as she discussed the unique storytelling mechanics in The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince.
On February 12, 2019, the game was released in North America for the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4, priced at $39.99. Developed by Nippon Ichi Software, it is an action-adventure game that combines elements of puzzle-solving and platforming. The game’s narrative follows the story of a prince who is blinded and a princess who can lie, as they work together to overcome various obstacles. The gameplay involves guiding the prince through a dark forest, using the princess’s ability to transform into different creatures to overcome challenges. On Facebook, players have been discussing the game’s unique mechanics, with many praising its original storytelling and gameplay. The game has received generally positive reviews, with a Metacritic score of 72 on the Nintendo Switch. The game’s developer, Nippon Ichi Software, has reported that the game has shipped over 50,000 copies worldwide, with a revenue of $2 million. In an interview, game director, Yoh Tokura, stated that the game’s development took around 2 years, with a team of 10 people working on the project. The game’s soundtrack, composed by Hayato Matsuo, has also been praised for its beautiful and haunting melodies. As the game’s popularity continues to grow, players can expect to see more updates and possibly even a sequel. What happens next for the game’s developer and the potential for future projects remains to be seen.