Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut
Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut
Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut, développé par Black Tabby Games et édité par Serenity Forge, est sorti le 24 octobre 2024 sur PC, Mac, Linux, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 et 5, Xbox One et Series X|S. Il s'agit de la version définitive de ce visual novel d'horreur psychologique axé sur le choix, mêlant narration à embranchements, éléments légers de RPG et art au crayon. Le joueur incarne un personnage arrivant au bout d'un chemin dans les bois, devant tuer une Princesse enfermée en sous-sol d'une cabane pour éviter la fin du monde, celle-ci tentant de le charmer, mentir ou tuer à répétition. The Pristine Cut ajoute trois nouveaux chapitres, des Princesses inédites, des extensions des routes de l'Antre, l'Apothéose et la Furie, une nouvelle fin, plus de 1 200 illustrations supplémentaires et plus de 2 500 lignes de dialogue, soit plus de 35 % de contenu global. Le jeu utilise le moteur Ren'Py et est proposé au prix de 17,49 euros.
L'accueil critique a été très favorable, avec un score Metacritic de 90 et une note agrégée de 86,39. La presse a salué l'ensemble, GLHF on Sports Illustrated évoquant l'un des meilleurs jeux où les choix comptent renforcé par cette mise à jour, et Worth Playing qualifiant le titre de chef-d'œuvre. Certains joueurs sur Metacritic et Steam rapportent une expérience narrative marquante où les choix ont un véritable poids, certains mentionnant avoir été émotionnellement touchés ou avoir prolongé leur réflexion au-delà de la mission initiale.
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Critiques de la Presse (Metacritic)
« The Pristine Cut has made one of the best “choices matter” games of all time even better. The new routes weave into the overall narrative perfectly and add more depth to an already excellent game. Black Tabby Games is going back to finish Scarlet Hollow before working on a new game, and I’ve never been so excited to see what’s in the kitchen. »
« Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut is a masterpiece from start to finish. Every element of the game fires on all cylinders, and it's a great example of how even something as simple as a choose-your-own-adventure story can be elevated by being part of an interactive multimedia medium. The writing, voice acting, artwork and general tone all create something memorable, distinctive and interesting. If that sounds like a game you're interested in, then try out Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut. »
« Slay the Princess is not for those looking to make their way through an adventure game to enjoy a tidy little story. It’s the kind of game that will get inside your head, make you contemplate ambiguous moral and philosophical matters, and leave you with unanswered questions to contemplate and answer on your own. If those types of games are as interesting to you as they are to me, you’re going to love Slay the Princess. »
« Slay the Princess – The Pristine Cut is a work of video game art that should not be missed by anyone fond of this form of the genre. It takes you down the stairs, traps you in the basement, and forces you to confront yourself in a dark mirror that wears a tiara. Pick up the blade. You’re going to need it to face what’s down there. »
« Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut is a fantastic horror game that you will think about weeks after you finish playing, as you will be captivated by the story and message the game is trying to portray. It’s the type of game where you’ll want to close the curtains, dim the lights and binge on for the evening alone or with a friend (if you can agree on options, of course). This is a perfect indie horror title to play during the spooky season and should not be skipped by avid fans of the genre. »
« Slay the Princess is a dazzling game, dripping with charm, brilliance, and emotion. Last year, GameSpot included the title on its Best PC Games of 2024 list. A year later, both time and The Pristine Cut have intensified my love for the title. Though there are a few rough spots, Slay the Princess is not only impressive as a game hailing from a small, independent studio, but as a game, period. There are a substantial amount of content warnings surrounding the game--all of which can be found on its official website--but for those willing to endure, it is a must-play. »
« Slay the Princess is a brilliant psychological horror that puts a creative twist on the 'damsel in distress' trope. It delivers an intense narrative where every choice shapes the story, filled with unexpected twists and unforgettable outcomes. »
« What was already a good game has become even better with The Pristine Cut. Slay the Princess is a unique horror and RPG experience that debuts on PlayStation with excellent voice acting, multiple route possibilities, and well-defined characteristics. »
Avis des Joueurs (Metacritic)
« Visual novel, very enjoyable, just the right speed. For a game about love, there is a LOT of potential for violence, but it surprises you again and again.. (': »
« I think this game will stay in my head for a long time. A lot of games say that your choices matter, but this one means it. I "finished" the story at just over four hours but can definitely see myself going back to achievement hunt. »
« Joguei no Switch 2 tive problemas de travamento em uma parte especifica do jogo e como não havia feito save manual, tive que voltar muito e repetir passos que eu ja tinha visto o que comprometeu bastante a experiencia. Para termina-lo tive que migrar meu save para um Switch Oled, pois no Switch 2 nao foi possivel.Jogar no modo portatil do Switch também é uma ardua tarefa, o contraste das cores do texto e o tamanho das letras torna essa tarefa quase impossível.Narrativa é boa, e o desenrolar da historia também, porém esses problemas técnicos comprometeram muito minha experiencia, se eu tivesse tido uma gameplay mais fluida, tavez minha percepção sobre o jogo fosse melhor.. »
« It's not for everyone; at times, it can be grotesque or disturbing. But it's definitely an audiovisual experience you won't forget. I have platinumed the game, it was not heavy and the journey was very enjoyable. »
« this game need to be considered "Must-play",,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, »
« I played the original game but just couldn't get into it. I figured to give The Pristine Cut a chance. I would say that I enjoyed it a little more but ultimately, I am confused about the story, the vessels and how the game flows. A lot of the dialog is just padding and just plain weird. I never really understood what the objective was. I do think the concept is interesting, but wasn't crazy about the art style or themes. The game is extremely short and can be completed in around 3 hours. »
« [SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.] »
« This game deserved a lot more attention - It's a charming game that has a really good story and message. »
