Another Princess is in Our Castle

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Another Princess is in Our Castle reimagines the Mushroom Kingdom as a haunted, gothic realm. You play as Mario returning to Peach's abandoned castle years after her mysterious death. The once-colorful halls now groan with creaking floors and flickering lights. Solve environmental puzzles to navigate decaying rooms while avoiding shadowy figures and otherworldly threats. The gameplay mixes exploration with survival horror elements, forcing you to manage limited resources as the castle’s secrets slowly figure out. The game subverts familiar Mario tropes with a focus on tension and eerie atmosphere. Developer CM9 Animation leans into horror fans' love for distorted nostalgia, blending 2D platforming with psychological unease. Released in 2022 for PC and Mac, it’s a short but unsettling experience that lingers. Its bold genre shift and recontextualized characters make it a divisive but memorable entry for those seeking a darker twist on a classic universe.