The Pepper Prince: Episode 1 - Red Hot Chili Wedding

About

The Pepper Prince: Red Hot Chili Wedding casts you as Hansel or Gretel, now adult bakers running a candy shop after being raised by a gingerbread witch. Your task: help your friend the Pepper Prince throw a wedding, which quickly spirals into a quest involving weather magic, missing guests, and emotional healing. Gameplay blends point-and-click puzzles with dialogue choices that shape interactions with oddball characters like a melancholic pie chart and a talking loaf of bread. The story unfolds through snappy banter and whimsical set pieces, balancing lighthearted humor with moments of genuine warmth. This episode stands out for its charming art style and witty writing, which earned it a 78% on Metacritic and 82% positive reviews on Steam. While the puzzle variety dips mid-game, the narrative depth and character quirks keep things engaging. Released in 2019 as the first part of a planned series, it clocks in at 5-7 hours with optional collectibles. Fans of story-driven adventures with a touch of absurdity will appreciate the pepper-sprinkle approach to friendship and found family themes. Available on PC via Steam.

Storyline

Rejoice! The pepper prince is getting married! And the honor has fallen upon you to cater this magical event! Hooray! Slip into the role of Hansel or Gretel who, after having been adopted by the gingerbread witch, are now running a successful confectionery business. So when they are called upon by their friend, the pepper prince, they decide to bake them a very special wedding cake! Unfortunately things don't work out as planned and soon there's a mysterious change in weather, a disappearance, and a broken heart to be mended.