Game Description
Blue Prince drops you into the weird and shifting halls of the Mt. Holly Estate, a mansion that seems to have a mind of its own. You play from a first-person perspective, exploring rooms that don’t just change location – they change everything. Your mission? Simple on paper: reach room 46. In practice? Not so much.
What’s the catch?
Every time the day resets, so does the mansion. Your hand-drawn map? Useless by morning. But that’s part of the fun. Each door you open is a gamble. Will it be a cozy study? A dead end? A tool room hiding a shovel or magnifying glass? It’s like the house is watching – and messing with you for kicks.
Gameplay that plays back
Unlike classic puzzle games where answers sit still, Blue Prince constantly rewrites the rules. It’s not just about solving puzzles – it’s about choosing which puzzle to face next. And sometimes, you’ll walk away wondering if you made the right call. Kind of like ordering the spicy option at a new restaurant. You learn fast.
- First-person exploration – up close and personal with every twist and turn.
- Dynamic layout – rooms rearrange daily, so no two playthroughs feel the same.
- Tool-based puzzles – find gadgets that open new routes and reveal secrets.
- Persistent upgrades – not everything resets, which keeps you moving forward.
- Minimalist, cartoon-style visuals – clean, quirky, and full of charm.
Why it stands out
Blue Prince (sometimes just called Mt. Holly by fans) doesn’t drown you in story or mechanics. It’s about curiosity. Every door is a question, and the game dares you to answer it. There’s no combat, no rush – just a quiet, creeping feeling that you’re not alone here.
Who should try it?
If you liked Escape Academy, We Were Here, or Escape Simulator, this one should land right on your radar. Same vibe, less co-op, more “What the heck is behind this door?” moments. It’s perfect for puzzle lovers who prefer brain over brawn and don’t mind getting a little lost.
Oh, and lesson learned: always carry a shovel. You’ll know why.
Platforms
- PC (Windows)
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X/S
Developed by Dogubomb and published by Raw Fury Games, Blue Prince is available now and even pops up on Xbox Game Pass and PS Plus Extra. Whether you’re into mysterious mansions or just want something different, this might just be your next unexpected favorite.
System requirements
- Minimum:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11, 64-bits
- Processor: i5-2300 / Ryzen 3 1200
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / AMD RX580
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 6 GB available space
- Recommended:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11, 64-bits
- Processor: Intel Core i5 4690K / AMD Ryzen 5 1500x
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVidia GeForce 1080 GTX / AMD RX 5700
- DirectX: Version 11
- Storage: 6 GB available space