Overview
The King is Gone is an intriguing puzzle game that flips the script on traditional gameplay. Instead of progressing towards a goal, players are driven by the need to escape. This unique premise forms the core of the experience, where the objective is to run away from an undesirable situation, navigating through a series of locked doors.
Highlights
- Unique Escape Mechanic: The game centers around running away, not towards a destination, emphasizing evasion and urgency.
- Door Puzzles: Progress is gated by doors that require solving intricate key puzzles, involving rotating and merging key pieces.
- Progressive Difficulty: As players advance further into the game, the complexity of the key puzzles increases, offering a growing challenge.
Who It's For
This game is perfect for players who enjoy unconventional puzzle mechanics and a surreal, abstract aesthetic. If you're looking for a game that challenges your perception of typical game objectives and offers a unique blend of running and puzzle-solving, The King is Gone might be for you. Its family-friendly nature also makes it suitable for a wider audience.
Game Info
Developed and published by Afloofdev, The King is Gone was released on December 15, 2020. It features a distinct cartoony and abstract 3D art style. The game supports multiplayer and family sharing, and is available in English. It includes a 'Normal Mode' where survival time contributes to the score, with penalties for idleness.
