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Role-playing (RPG), Fantasy
This game is an RPG starring the human child Yuu, who longs to become a "hero," and the dragon "Overlord" who fosters her.
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Contemplative, clear, richly built and classical in form.
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Hey Poor PlayerHeather Johnson YuApr 20225/5The Cruel King and the Great Hero is my current contender for GOTY 2022; although it’s only April, I just don’t see this changing. With its wonderfully whimsical aesthetics, glorious soundtrack, blossoming world-building and character development, and delightful turn-based combat combining action and slight brainteasers, it cannot be overstated how phenomenal The Cruel King and the Great Hero truly is. It’s probably the only game I’ve ever consciously desired to give a standing ovation, tears welling up in my eyes as the credits rolled. The sum of a thousand tiny details done correctly, The Cruel King and the Great Hero achieves greatness through the lens of a bold and brave young girl, following her heart and her dreams, with her supportive dragon dad by her side.
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Reno Gazette-JournalJason HidalgoMar 20229/10If your main focus is a highly polished, big-budget arrangement with lots of action — and there’s nothing wrong with that — this game will likely be underwhelming for you. But if your priorities lie in story, a more nuanced perspective and an experience beyond just the game within a game, then The Cruel King and the Great Hero is worth picking up.
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KeenGamerFrancesca PoggiMar 20229/10I rarely fall in love with games at first sight, but The Cruel King and The Great Hero captured my heart from the very first time I laid eyes on this fantasy RPG. Mind you, it does have its flaws (and quite the frustrating ones), but they can be forgiven. Just focus on the enchanting melody and the aesthetically pleasing visuals and you’ll be golden! Now, if you’ll excuse me, I must get back to my bedtime story.
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God is a GeekLyle CarrMar 20225/10The Cruel King and the Great Hero is a gorgeous looking JRPG, but its slow pace and amount of random battles make it a painful experience.
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RPG SiteJames GalizioMar 20225/10Despite all its charm, The Cruel King and the Great Hero is hard to recommend.
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IGDB rating 6.5/10 from 2 ratings.
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