Slay the Princess

Slay the Princess is a darkly inventive role-playing game where traditional fairy tale narratives are turned on their head. In this story, players find themselves on a solitary quest in the woods, tasked with the grim mission of slaying a princess who resides in a secluded cabin. Unlike typical tales of heroism and rescue, this princess poses a catastrophic threat to the world, using manipulation and deceit to deter any who come to stop her. Equipped with only their resolve and guided by the dire necessity to prevent global doom, players navigate complex interactions that challenge conventional storytelling and moral expectations.

Interactive Storytelling and Strategic Decision Making

The game’s narrative depth is enhanced by a fully voice-acted script, featuring performances by Jonathan Sims and Nichole Goodnight, which brings each character and confrontation to life with emotional intensity. The visual style of Slay the Princess is uniquely rendered in hand-penciled art by award-winning graphic novelist Abby Howard, providing an atmospheric and gritty backdrop that complements the game’s somber themes. Players must make careful choices in dialogue and actions, with a branching narrative that changes based on their decisions. This structure determines the development of the player’s character and the unfolding of the plot, where even a slight deviation from the path could have significant consequences. The game promises no romantic escapes or easy outs; the focus is sharp, and the stakes are apocalyptically high, demanding players stay committed to the harrowing task at hand.