Blue Prince Reviews
Blue Prince is astonishing, refreshing, and its rabbit hole goes so deep I haven’t been able to find the bottom yet — despite rolling credits weeks ago.
To call The Blue Prince a puzzle game fails to acknowledge the many, many ways its intricate systems will surprise and excite players eager for secrets and mind-teasers. It's one of the most unique puzzle games in years, and while its tricks and mechanical hurdles can trip you up, The Blue Prince is a masterclass in design for those eager to lose themselves in a mysterious, clockwork mansion.
Blue Prince is a breath of fresh air on the market, with an ingenious idea that blends several genres. The gameplay is efficient and perfectly integrated into the universe and concept. You'll always want to do it all over again, even if you've been stuck the last time. Nevertheless, the title isn't perfect, and may discourage some players. The non-linear progression is an advantage for a unique experience. However, it could also be a drawback for neophytes wishing to discover. And let's not forget that, for the moment, the title is only available in English. I'd mainly recommend the title to regular puzzle gamers looking for an out-of-the-ordinary experience.
Review in French | Read full review
Blue Prince already stands out as one of the most interesting games of the year. Thought-provoking, challenging and why not even frustrating at times, but still very inventive and fun. But maybe frustration is also a valid experience, isn't it?
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Blue Prince’s endlessly clever design, crafted to gently assist you as you push for that 64th room, coupled with a bottomless well of riddles and secrets, make this one of the greatest experiences this year. It’s been over 15 years since I last set foot in my grandparent’s house, and having that same sense of wonder and intrigue evoked after so long makes this a strong GOTY contender in my books. Prepare a notepad and pen, and expect more challenges than you can possibly anticipate!
Blue Prince was worth the wait. It’s easily the best first-person puzzler since Portal (or its incredible sequel). With countless mansion layouts, dozens of rooms to discover and best utilize, plus a nearly constant drip-feed of lore content to absorb, this is an ideal first game for any studio. If you enjoy puzzles even a little bit, you owe it to yourself to check out Blue Prince as soon as you can. Bring a notebook or at least be ready to take a ton of screenshots as you work to unravel the game’s many layers of secrets when it launches on April 10, 2025 on Steam, PlayStation (free w/PS+ Extra or higher subscription), and Xbox Series X|S (also free if you have Xbox Game Pass).
A highly complex puzzle roguelike with a satisfying gameplay loop, where every run feels productive and the mysteries seem endless. However, the high level of complexity and its limited availability to English speakers may turn away a broader audience.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
While Blue Prince might masquerade as a puzzle game, it’s infinitely more than that. Blue Prince is more than one of the best puzzle games ever, it’s possibly one of the best games ever. Blue Prince combines elements of rogue-lites, point and click, mystery, deck builder, extraction, walking simulator and many other genres in an experience that has no analog. What’s magical about Blue Prince is how failure is almost as rewarding as success. There is always something that will propel you into the next day in one of the most addicting games thanks to its rich atmosphere, interesting premise, and unique genre fusion. Magically, Blue Prince is able to provide a different experience for everyone. Although the departure and the arrival will be the same, the journey will be vastly different.
A brilliant puzzle and strategy game that constantly surprises with new challenges and revelations.
Review in German | Read full review
To say that I’m utterly infatuated with Blue Prince would be an understatement. There are so many layers to the game, I’ve barely even scratched the surface here in terms of how deep this rabbit hole goes, and I’m 70+ plus hours in at the time of writing this review.
Blue Prince is an outstanding game that feels like a fantastic mesh of roguelikes and puzzle games. The layers of strategy piled on each other, coupled with the puzzles and the way each room has information for another, make this an addictive experience. I found it hard not to come back to. It could get a little obnoxious having to backtrack, and some puzzles are a bit too difficult, but once you get the hang of things, it's an experience like no other. It's absolutely worthwhile to experience this for yourself, and I really recommend having a notebook to jot down notes on. It's also a blast to play on the Steam Deck. There are no settings to change, but with a framerate limit of 45, we can curb minor drops and save on battery. This is a great game to play on the go, and I can't recommend it enough!
Blue Prince is a superb puzzler that joyfully challenges and deceives with every layer of its design and execution. You've not played anything quite like this before.
Blue Prince stands as a puzzle adventure that balances trust in the player’s intuition with just enough guidance to prevent total disarray. Every discovered shortcut, every triumphant puzzle solution, and every unexpected twist makes your journey through the mansion feel incredibly personal. Gliding through these rooms with a mixture of awe and trepidation is a testament to the developer’s confidence in both the design and the player’s curiosity. If you’re looking for a game that thrives on your imagination and resourcefulness, Blue Prince is bound to leave a lasting impression.
Blue Prince is a masterful game that blends strategic planning, narrative depth, and a dynamic world into an unforgettable experience that demands to be played, analyzed, and celebrated.
Review in Dutch | Read full review