is a Japanese video game published in 1998 for the

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system. It was subsequently ported to PC under the title . The story is set in the Dharma Kingdom, and involves the theft of a jewel. Clues must be sought after in dungeons, castles, and towns, until the true culprit is found.

Development

The game was illustrated by Sugiyama Genshō. It was based on a 1996

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of the same name. The game was developed by AIC Spirits and Increment P Corp.

Gameplay

''Princess Quest'' is an action role playing game. While the gameplay can be described as a classic turn-based

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, the main focus of the game is on interacting with the non-player characters and discovering what they are up to. ''Princess Quest'' features several short

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video clips, as well as spoken dialog (in Japanese) throughout the game.

Story

Five princesses from surrounding kingdoms are visiting , but young Prince Tapioca isn't showing much interest. Meanwhile, someone makes off with a valuable item. Queen Madeleine hires a young swordsman named Willow to investigate the theft. Willow is joined by , a magical creature who transforms Willow into a girl, named Will. Using this disguise, Willow tries to gain the trust of the princesses, in hopes of determining who is responsible for the theft.

Cast

* - The young hero who comes to Granmalnie Castle. Voiced by: * - Willow's female form. Voice actor:

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(浅田葉子) * - A

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who takes the form of a bracelet which effects Willow's magical transformation. Voiced by:

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(佐久間レイ) * - King of Dilma. Voiced by:

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(川久保潔) * - Queen of Dilma. Voiced by:

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(勝生真沙子) * - Prince of Dilma. Voiced by:

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(篠原恵美) * - Princess of Rarian. Voiced by:

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(丹下桜) * - Princess of Northland. Voiced by:

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(白鳥由里) * - Princess of Soodaresu. Voiced by: Mifuyu Hiiragi (柊美冬) * - Princess of Rouresu. Voiced by:

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(折笠愛) * - Princess of Gimuria. Voiced by:

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(井上喜久子)

Release

''Princess Quest'' was released on March 19, 1998, for the Sega Saturn console in Japan. It was the re-released for the PC under the title ''Princess Quest R''.

Reception

Upon release, four reviewers from ''

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'' gave it a score of 21 out of 40.

References

1998 video games Japan-exclusive video games Role-playing video games Sega Saturn games Video games about princesses Video games developed in Japan Windows games {{DEFAULTSORT:Princess Quest