Long Live the Queen is a deceptively brutal princess management simulator that blends visual novel storytelling with high-stakes strategy. You play as Elodie, a 14-year-old heir to the throne who must survive the remaining weeks until her coronation following her mother’s untimely death. While the anime-inspired art style suggests a whimsical coming-of-age story, the gameplay is a tense exercise in survival where a single poor decision—or an unstudied skill—can lead to a gruesome demise.
The core loop involves managing Elodie’s mood to optimize her learning. Want to survive an assassin’s blade? You’ll need Reflexes. Want to navigate a political minefield? Better study Presence and Decoration. Every weekend brings a new crisis, from civil war and magical duels to treacherous chocolate. It is a game of “trial and error” in its purest form, rewarding multiple playthroughs as you slowly map out the many ways Elodie can die—and the narrow path she must take to actually wear the crown. It’s dark, witty, and surprisingly deep, proving that being a princess is far more dangerous than any dungeon crawl.
Key Features
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Mood-Based Learning: Elodie’s emotional state dictates which skills she masters fastest.
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Extensive Skill Tree: Balance over 30 skills across categories like Social, Martial, and Magic.
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Lethal Consequences: Dozens of unique, often morbid “Game Over” endings.
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Branching Narrative: Your choices drastically shift the political landscape of the kingdom.
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Unlockable Outfits: Earning specific skill sets grants unique dresses with stat bonuses.
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Political Intrigue: Navigate complex relationships with noble houses and foreign powers.
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Lumen Magic: Discover the secrets of forbidden magic to gain an edge over enemies.
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High Replayability: Discover hidden plotlines and different ways to rule (or fail).
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Strategic Planning: Manage your weekly schedule to prepare for upcoming fixed events.
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Art Style Contrast: Bright, “moe” aesthetics paired with dark, mature themes.
System Requirements
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OS: Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 10, or 11.
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Processor: 1.2 GHz Processor or faster.
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Memory: 256 MB RAM.
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Graphics: 1280×720 resolution support.
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DirectX: Version 9.0c.
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Storage: 300 MB available space.
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Sound Card: Any basic Windows-compatible sound card.
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Other: Mouse or touchscreen for navigation.
