The story of Little King's Story follows a young boy who becomes the ruler of the Alpoko kingdom after finding a magical crown. Initially, few adults follow him, but as he gains power through the crown, more followers join his cause, and he expands his kingdom to unify the entire world.
The gameplay combines elements from life-simulation, real-time strategy (RTS), and role-playing game (RPG) mechanics. You control the Little King, ordering your subjects to follow him and complete tasks similar to those in Pikmin, such as building, destroying, or combating enemies. As you progress through the game, you can purchase buildings where you can train your subjects in various job classes, essential for fighting bosses or solving puzzles.