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Review of Fat Princess Adventures on PlayStation 4

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Dec 2015
Cover image of Fat Princess Adventures on PS4
Gamefings Score: 7
Platform: PS4 PS4 logo
Released: 05 Dec 2015
Genre: Action Role-playing
Developer: Fun Bits Interactive
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment

Introduction

In a world filled with angst-ridden dark fantasy games and sullen heroes brooding over their existential crises, along comes *Fat Princess Adventures*. This quirky, action-packed, co-op dungeon crawler takes the iconic chubby royal from the original *Fat Princess* and trades her crown for a sword, a staff, and a whole lot of cake-fueled mayhem. Let's dive into this whimsical world where the princess isn't the only one getting plump in the process.

Gameplay

Here's where things get saucy. *Fat Princess Adventures* brings a delightful twist to the dungeon crawler genre by allowing you to switch between four different character classes: Warrior, Mage, Archer, and Engineer. Each class has its own unique abilities and progression paths, giving you the power to customize your play style as you whack enemies and collect goodies. Teaming up with up to three other players for some co-op action is highly recommended, mainly because screaming at your friends for stealing all the loot is definitely more fun when you do it together. Not only do you get hack-and-slash action at your fingertips, but you also get some hilarious moments, thanks to the princesses. Yes, those princesses you used to rescue now act as non-playable guides, throwing cake spells, healing you, and occasionally turning your foes into sugary treats. Because who wouldn't want to see a giant troll turn into a cupcake? The levels feature a range of environments and challenges that keep things fresh-just don't forget to watch out for lava pits; they are hot and not in a good way. Gameplay is all about combat, completing quests, and gathering resources to level up your characters-and maybe stop for an occasional cake break. Who can focus on saving the kingdom when there are pastries around, right? Overall, *Fat Princess Adventures* successfully combines RPG elements with slapstick humor, resulting in a delightfully chaotic experience.

Graphics

Visually, *Fat Princess Adventures* is pretty cute, if not a tad quirky. The world is colorful, vivid, and cartoonish, which is perfect for its offbeat humor. All the characters have a distinctly chubby and whimsical style, reflecting the game's playful spirit. And let's be honest, the sight of enemies turning to cake is just so absurdly satisfying that it reminds you why you even booted up the game in the first place. On the graphics front, it's not going to compete with the ultra-realistic AAA titles out there, but that's not what it's aiming for either. It embraces a comical art style that blends nicely with the off-the-wall antics. The design often feels like a whimsical fairy tale gone hilariously wrong, and that's exactly what you signed up for when you decided to let a princess lead you into battle.

Conclusion

In conclusion, *Fat Princess Adventures* delivers a light-hearted and frenzied experience that's perfect for those looking to escape the usual drudgery of heavy plots and drama-filled storytelling. While it does trade some of the strategic depth of the original game for a more straightforward, action-oriented approach, it still entertains with a quirky premise and a fun co-op setup. While some critics have given it mixed reviews, with scores hovering around 66%, don't let the numbers fool you. If you and your friends are on the hunt for a game where you can play as a butterball princess throwing cake at trolls, then this might just be the perfect distraction. So grab your friends, slice into that cake, and get ready for a whimsical adventure through the land of Fat Princess. Just remember, it's all fun and games until someone transforms into a dessert!

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