The Cruel King and The Great Hero gameplay

The Cruel King and The Great Hero is almost here in the west following a slight delay, and we now have gameplay. 36 minutes of footage has emerged.

Learn more about the title with the following overview:

A young girl named Yuu embarks on an adventure to become a great hero. By her side is a fearsome beast known as the Dragon King, who guides and protects her. However, the truth of the dragon king’s past will soon rear its ugly head, threatening the peaceful life they’ve enjoyed until now. Explore charming settings, overcome monsters and puzzles, and discover a story of companionship, heroism, and facing the past!

Key Features

• Allies in Adventure – No challenge is too great with your mighty protector waiting in the wings. Fight monsters and navigate perilous environments, with an occasional helping hand, of course!
• A Living Storybook – With a charming soundtrack, artistic inspirations drawn from children’s storybooks, and classic 2D scroller visuals, this adventure is as much a treat to play as it is to look at.
• Heroic Discoveries – Collect hiddens items throughout the land to unlock goodies in the in-game gallery, including character profiles and behind-the-scenes illustrations!

We have the gameplay for The Cruel King and The Great Hero below.

The Cruel King and the Great Hero is slated for March 15, 2022 in North America and March 11, 2022 in Europe. English and Japanese language options are supported.

Visit the official website here.