Apr 2020
Oh, 'Bokuhime Project'! A mystery adventure game that throws you into the frilly skirts of a cross-dressing protagonist. You're tasked with infiltrating an elite school for young ladies as you escalate your way up the hierarchies of cuteness to save your sister. If you thought the entrance exams were tough, wait until you see the princess tournament!
The core gameplay here involves leveling up your character's 'cuteness' stats-Visual, Culture, and Spirit. This sounds like the plot of every high school anime ever made, but trust me, it's about as intense as a triple shot of espresso. Preparing for the princess elections involves attending classes that would make your head spin: swimming lessons, tea parties, and the art of cosplay. Who knew that becoming a princess was so labor-intensive? As your character engages in these glamorous activities, you will navigate the treacherous waters of social interactions. Each character interaction is a potential minefield, like a sit-down dinner with your wacky relatives. Make the right choices to raise your support, or risk meeting the wrath of a rival-because nothing says 'I'm a serious student' quite like a failed tea ceremony. Eventually, if your cuteness stats are up to snuff, you can enter the 'Girl's Emotion Mode', which is as dramatic as it sounds. Here, you'll face a barrage of questions and have to draw upon your interactions and training to succeed. Think of it like dealing with your friends after binging an entire season of your favorite show-only with higher stakes and more dresses. If you fail, don't worry-your character's bestie is ready to dish out advice like a parent on a road trip, emphasizing that this is all *just part of the learning experience*!
The graphics are wonderfully colorful, filled with gorgeous character designs that would make any anime fan squeal in delight. The vibrant environments, from cherry blossom-covered school grounds to cozy tea rooms, set a perfect backdrop for your cuteness crusade. The animations fit the playful tone completely, making every scene a delightful treat for the eyes. Let's not even get started on the character customizations. Stocking up on outfits feels akin to balancing your checkbook pre-payday: exciting but potentially disastrous for your wallet. Kudos to Fumika Matsushima for the eye candy!
In the grand scheme of gaming, 'Bokuhime Project' is like a cotton candy-colored journey through the magically chaotic world of high school social politics. The challenge of raising your cuteness levels is both a quirky twist and a hilarious journey-who knew princess training could be so rigorous? It's not a perfect game, and certainly not a traditional action adventure, yet it sets itself apart with a unique blend of humor, heart, and hard work required to don those gorgeous dresses and tiaras. If you're game for an experience that's both light-hearted and surprisingly engaging, check out 'Bokuhime Project'. Just be prepared for a bit of a cuteness overload-low-key cuteness training might just make you too adorable to function!
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