It makes no noise, is not based on a known license, and yet, Blue Prince is probably one of the most notable titles of the year 2025. Acclaimed by the specialized press and players, this rogue-lite of puzzles developed by the studio Dogubomb and published by Raw Fury achieves a rarely mastered mixture: that of the cerebral puzzle game and the random generation full of secrets. Even more, it is currently offered in several subscriptions or at a reduced price. The perfect opportunity to discover this gem.
A house haunted by gameplay
Blue Prince puts you in the shoes of Simon, a teenager who has just inherited a mansion located on the mysterious Mount Holly. But to become the rightful owner, a strange condition is required: “find the 46th room of a house which only has 45…”
Exploring the mansion is based on innovative mechanics. “It’s a rogue-lite puzzle game and it’s the first to blend the two genres to this extent.” Each run is limited by a number of available steps, and the rooms visited change with each attempt. However, this apparent random generation masks a more subtle logic. “The rooms in the mansion are arranged “randomly”. Quotes are required here because, as you will quickly discover, certain rooms actually appear according to certain criteria!”
Unexpected depth
Contrary to what its refined visual style might lead you to believe, Blue Prince offers an unsuspected richness. The player must analyze documents, collect objects and above all understand the logic of the mansion to progress. Each decision influences the future course of the exploration. This is not a game that guides you: it tests you.
And if you think you’ve done the trick after a few hours, you’re very wrong. To unravel all the mysteries and reach the most secret ends, you have to invest time. A lot of time. “The How Long to Beat site talks about a hundred hours to see everything.”
A major critical success
With 92% on Metacritic, Blue Prince outperforms heavyweights like Hollow Knight Silksong or Split Fiction. It received the Best Indie Game award at the Golden Joystick Awards 2025. This recognition is not due to chance: few indie titles succeed in creating such a captivating gameplay loop without relying on massive marketing.
This success proves that there is still a place for original, demanding and intelligent experiences in a video game landscape often saturated with sequels and remakes.
How to play Blue Prince right now
Are you a subscriber to Xbox Game Pass (console or PC) or PlayStation Plus Extra? The game is already in your library, at no additional cost. For others, it is currently on sale on Steam and PS5 for less than €20 until the beginning of January.
An excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in a mysterious, haunting universe, where every step counts and each discovery opens a new enigma. Blue Prince is not a simple exploration game, it is a narrative puzzle that evolves with you. And perhaps one of the best games you haven’t tried yet.