Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King arrives on Android, iOS version due soon
Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King is now available on Android, with an iOS release expected on October 8th. The Zelda-inspired adventure follows Lily as she explores five dungeons, fights bosses, and solves puzzles. The first chapter is free, while the full game costs $4.99, and controller support is included.
The title’s mobile debut follows an unusually long road. It was first mentioned for iOS in August 2015, then appeared on Steam and Switch while the phone version stalled. Its sequel, Blossom Tales II, actually reached handsets in 2024 through Crunchyroll, meaning the follow-up arrived before the original.
Castle Pixel’s adventure casts players as Lily, a Knight of the Rose, in a top-down quest to rescue the Kingdom of Blossom. Five dungeons mix boss encounters, puzzles, and evolving weapons and spells. A grandfather’s storytelling frame lets players influence events, drawing Princess Bride comparisons. Android users can start free; the complete game costs $4.99, with controller support included.
This release may give mobile players easier access to a Zelda-inspired indie adventure, especially those who prefer controller support. The free first chapter could lower the barrier for curious users, while the $4.99 unlock may test whether premium-style mobile ports still find audiences. Its arrival after the sequel might also shape expectations around release order and platform strategy. For smaller studios, the game’s performance could offer a modest signal about demand for classic-inspired adventures on phones.