Korean studio D-ZARD developing new Princess Maker game starring Karen
A new entry for long-time fans and newcomers alike.
Korean studio D-ZARD is currently developing a new entry in the Princess Maker series under a licensing agreement with intellectual property owner YONAGO GAINAX, the company announced. Platforms and a release date were not announced.
The new title will incorporate Live2D animation and aims to be a project that appeals to both long-time Princess Maker fans and newcomers alike.
Get the first details below.
About the Series
The Princess Maker series, which was wildly popular in the 90s, helped define and popularize the raising simulation genre. The first game in the series was released by GAINAX on PC in 1991 and was a global hit, eventually spawning four sequels.
Meet Karen, the Daughter
The main character of the new game is Karen, whom many fans have rooted for to get her own game. Players will be able to see her appearance change as she grows up.
—Daughter’s Room
—Karen, Age 10
—Karen, Age 11
—Karen, Age 12
—Karen, Age 17
New and Returning Characters
The popular Butler character Cube will also make a return, assisting the player in managing the daughter’s schedule and raising her.
—Returning Character Cube: “You seem to be in a good mood today, milady.”
In addition to these returning characters, the game will also feature charming new NPCs designed by D-ZARD, who will play various roles in the daughter’s growth.
—New NPC Chef: “There’s a dish I want to make for you, before the season changes.”
For Long-Time Fans and Newcomers Alike
The new game is being developed to be faithful to the series’ roots, with a fairytale-like atmosphere and various raising simulation elements. In particular, the game will maintain the tradition of the daughter’s appearance changing as she ages, while adding Live2D animation to the character’s poses to raise the bar even further.
—Vacation Scene
“We want to make a game that can meet the expectations of the fans who have been waiting a long time for a new Princess Maker game. We are doing our best to make a quality game that will appeal to both long-time fans and newcomers alike,” said D-ZARD CEO Dong-hyun Kim.
