Little King's Story is a real-time strategy game blended with simulation and role-playing elements, released for the Nintendo Wii in 2009. Cing and Town Factory developed the game, with Marvelous Entertainment publishing it in Japan, XSEED Games handling the North American release, and Rising Star Games managing the European launch. Players step into the shoes of Corobo, a young boy who finds a magical crown and becomes the king of a small kingdom called Alpoko. The core idea revolves around commanding citizens, expanding the kingdom, and conquering neighboring lands. Each villager can be assigned a job class, such as soldier, carpenter, farmer, or hunter, and these roles directly affect what the kingdom can accomplish. The charming art style hides a surprisingly deep strategy layer, where smart citizen management determines success in battles and exploration. The game stands out for its mix of light-hearted presentation and challenging gameplay, making it a cult favorite among Wii owners who wanted something different from typical strategy titles.
Updated: Jun 22, 2026
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4.3 GB · Wii ROMs
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Specifications
| Platform | Wii ROMs |
|---|---|
| Genre | Simulation |
| File Size | 4.3 GB |
| Release Year | 2009 |
| Developer | Cing / Town Factory |
| Updated | Jun 22, 2026 |
Overview
Little King's Story is a real-time strategy game blended with simulation and role-playing elements, released for the Nintendo Wii in 2009. Cing and Town Factory developed the game, with Marvelous Entertainment publishing it in Japan, XSEED Games handling the North American release, and Rising Star Games managing the European launch. Players step into the shoes of Corobo, a young boy who finds a magical crown and becomes the king of a small kingdom called Alpoko. The core idea revolves around commanding citizens, expanding the kingdom, and conquering neighboring lands. Each villager can be assigned a job class, such as soldier, carpenter, farmer, or hunter, and these roles directly affect what the kingdom can accomplish. The charming art style hides a surprisingly deep strategy layer, where smart citizen management determines success in battles and exploration. The game stands out for its mix of light-hearted presentation and challenging gameplay, making it a cult favorite among Wii owners who wanted something different from typical strategy titles.
The single-player campaign drives the main experience, with no multiplayer mode included. Players control Corobo using the Wii Remote and Nunchuk, pointing at locations to direct citizens toward tasks like chopping trees, breaking rocks, digging treasures, or fighting monsters. Combat plays out in real time, requiring careful selection of which job types to send into each fight, since soldiers handle enemies well while carpenters and farmers help with environmental obstacles. The kingdom grows through construction projects, including new buildings that introduce fresh job classes and expand the population cap. Boss battles against rival kings provide standout moments, each with quirky personalities and unique tactical demands. The world contains varied biomes such as forests, deserts, snowy mountains, and underground caves, each filled with creatures and puzzles. Side quests, marriage systems, and treasure hunting add depth beyond the main objectives. The mix of cute visuals, classical music arrangements, and tough strategic decisions creates a memorable adventure that rewards patience and planning, leaving a lasting impression on anyone who completes the journey.